12 DURHAM AVENUE
PETERLEE, HORDEN, COUNTY DURHAM SR8 4PY
Property details
Tenure
FREEHOLD
Floor area
57 m²
Council tax band
A
EPC rating
D
Last sold
£90,000 Feb 2026
Price per m²
£1,667/m²
Local average
£66,243 (+43.4%)
Deprivation
Decile 1 (191 of 33,755)
Street crime
286 incidents within 1 mile (May 2026)
Key features
- NO ONWARD CHAIN
- TWO BEDROOMS
- MODERN SHOWER ROOM
- FRONT GARDEN & REAR YARD
- READY TO MOVE INTO
- 14FT LIVING ROOM
Additional details
- Garden
- Yes
Description
Nestled on a quiet and well-established residential street in the heart of Horden, this charming and spacious two-bedroom mid-terraced bungalow is a true gem. Thoughtfully modernised and exceptionally well-maintained throughout, this delightful home is ready to move into, offering a rare opportunity for first-time buyers, downsizers, or those seeking a peaceful, low-maintenance lifestyle – all with the added benefit of no onward chain.
As you approach the property, you'll be greeted by an attractive and easy-care front garden, designed for both visual appeal and minimal upkeep. The garden features a neat astro turf lawn, low-maintenance gravelled sections, and a stylish resin pathway, creating a welcoming and contemporary frontage.
Step inside via the entrance hallway, which leads into a spacious and inviting 14ft living room – a perfect space for relaxing or entertaining guests, with ample room for comfortable furnishings and filled with natural light.
The property offers two well-proportioned bedrooms:
Bedroom 1 – A generous double room ideal as a main bedroom, offering space for wardrobes and bedroom furniture.
Bedroom 2 – A versatile room, perfect as a guest bedroom, home office, or hobby space, depending on your lifestyle needs.
At the heart of the home lies the bright and airy 13ft kitchen, featuring a practical layout and plenty of room for dining. Whether you enjoy cooking for family or preparing a quiet breakfast, this space is both functional and full of potential.
To the rear, a rear hallway leads conveniently out through a modern uPVC door to the enclosed rear yard, which has been thoughtfully finished with resin surfacing for ease of maintenance and includes an external water tap – ideal for gardening or outdoor cleaning.
Completing the internal layout is a stylish and contemporary shower room, boasting a modern double shower enclosure, sleek fittings, and a fresh, neutral décor – making it both practical and visually appealing.
Additional features include:
Double glazing throughout
Efficient gas central heating
Neutral, move-in-ready interiors
Secure and private rear yard space
This lovely bungalow combines practicality, comfort, and style – all within easy reach of local amenities, transport links, and coastal attractions. Whether you're searching for a permanent residence, an investment, or a retirement retreat, this property ticks all the boxes.
Early viewing is strongly recommended to appreciate the quality and value on offer.
Listed by
Peterlee
Dowen
Reference: 164610617
EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost
Current rating: D
Potential rating: B
Inspection date: 07/06/2016
Expiry date: 06/06/2026 (expired)
Current heating cost: £510/year
Potential heating cost: £454/year
Est. upgrade cost to C: £16,930
Recommendations
- Floor insulation (solid floor) (£4,000 - £6,000)
- Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (£30)
- Upgrade heating controls (£350 - £450)
- Solar water heating (£4,000 - £6,000)
- Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp (£5,000 - £8,000)
Flood risk
Zone: 1
Risk: Low
Job (default Low)
Price history
64% since 2005
| Event | Date | Price | % change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sold | 24/02/2026 (5 months ago) | £90,000 | +25% |
| Sold | 26/04/2021 (5 years ago) | £72,000 | +20% |
| Sold | 31/03/2017 (9 years ago) | £60,000 | +9.1% |
| Sold | 11/03/2005 (21 years ago) | £55,000 | — |
Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. Crown copyright.
Sold Comparables
Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles (last 5 years). Data from Land Registry Price Paid.
| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 HANDLEY STREET, HORDEN, PETERLEE, COUNTY DURHAM, SR8 4NW | £55,000 | 13/01/2026 | Terraced |
| 14 MORPETH STREET, HORDEN, PETERLEE, COUNTY DURHAM, SR8 4BB | £109,995 | 17/12/2025 | Terraced |
| 3 BRIER AVENUE, HORDEN, PETERLEE, COUNTY DURHAM, SR8 4PL | £77,000 | 08/12/2025 | Terraced |
| 4 PARK VIEW, HORDEN, PETERLEE, COUNTY DURHAM, SR8 4DE | £68,500 | 19/08/2025 | Terraced |
| Same street 14 DURHAM AVENUE, HORDEN, PETERLEE, COUNTY DURHAM, SR8 4PY | £95,000 | 30/06/2025 | Terraced |
| 3 BELSAY AVENUE, HORDEN, PETERLEE, COUNTY DURHAM, SR8 4AY | £70,000 | 06/05/2025 | Terraced |
| 28 HANDLEY STREET, HORDEN, PETERLEE, COUNTY DURHAM, SR8 4NW | £33,000 | 31/03/2025 | Terraced |
| 4 THOMPSON STREET, HORDEN, PETERLEE, COUNTY DURHAM, SR8 4DA | £35,500 | 21/03/2025 | Terraced |
| 10 NORTHUMBERLAND STREET, HORDEN, PETERLEE, COUNTY DURHAM, SR8 4PX | £57,000 | 07/03/2025 | Terraced |
| 56 NEWCASTLE AVENUE, HORDEN, PETERLEE, COUNTY DURHAM, SR8 4BQ | £80,000 | 20/12/2023 | Terraced |
| 9 NEWCASTLE AVENUE, HORDEN, PETERLEE, COUNTY DURHAM, SR8 4BQ | £87,500 | 19/12/2023 | Terraced |
| 22 NORTHUMBERLAND STREET, HORDEN, PETERLEE, COUNTY DURHAM, SR8 4PX | £77,000 | 29/11/2023 | Terraced |
| 7 SUNDERLAND AVENUE, HORDEN, PETERLEE, COUNTY DURHAM, SR8 4BH | £94,999 | 29/11/2023 | Terraced |
| 42 NORTHUMBERLAND STREET, HORDEN, PETERLEE, COUNTY DURHAM, SR8 4PX | £101,000 | 25/10/2023 | Terraced |
| 4 NORTHUMBERLAND STREET, HORDEN, PETERLEE, COUNTY DURHAM, SR8 4PX | £57,000 | 23/10/2023 | Terraced |
| 6 MORPETH STREET, HORDEN, PETERLEE, COUNTY DURHAM, SR8 4BB | £75,000 | 03/08/2023 | Terraced |
| 22 HANDLEY STREET, HORDEN, PETERLEE, COUNTY DURHAM, SR8 4NW | £47,000 | 25/07/2023 | Terraced |
| 18 SUNDERLAND AVENUE, HORDEN, PETERLEE, COUNTY DURHAM, SR8 4BH | £49,000 | 07/07/2023 | Terraced |
| 58 NEWCASTLE AVENUE, HORDEN, PETERLEE, COUNTY DURHAM, SR8 4BQ | £92,500 | 28/04/2023 | Terraced |
| 4 BELSAY AVENUE, HORDEN, PETERLEE, COUNTY DURHAM, SR8 4AY | £69,000 | 28/04/2023 | Terraced |
| 2 THOMPSON STREET, HORDEN, PETERLEE, COUNTY DURHAM, SR8 4DA | £77,999 | 20/04/2023 | Terraced |
| Same street 38 DURHAM AVENUE, HORDEN, PETERLEE, COUNTY DURHAM, SR8 4PY | £85,000 | 11/10/2022 | Terraced |
| Same street 52 DURHAM AVENUE, HORDEN, PETERLEE, COUNTY DURHAM, SR8 4PY | £60,000 | 24/09/2021 | Terraced |
Street average: £80,000 (3 sales)
Area average: £70,700 (20 sales)
Capital growth trend
Land Registry outcode average: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago (from sold prices).
House Price Index (HM Land Registry — official index, not sold-price averages): County Durham. Series: Terraced. As of April 2026.
Rental Range
Estimated market rent for County Durham. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.
Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → County Durham.
LHA (30th percentile) floor for Sunderland: £474/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)
Location
Nearby
Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).
| Type | Name | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bus stop | Northumberland Street | 0.1 miles |
| Bus stop | Sea View Industrial Estate | 0.1 miles |
| Shop | Maddison Carpets | 0.1 miles |
| Shop | Oak Photo | 0.1 miles |
| Train station | Horden | 0.5 miles |
| Hospital | Peterlee Community Hospital | 1.1 miles |
| Train station | Seaham | 5.0 miles |
| Hospital | University Hospital of Hartlepool | 5.8 miles |
| University | Josephine Butler College | 10.4 miles |
| University | Stephenson College | 10.5 miles |
Street-level crime
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 88 |
| Shoplifting | 65 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 47 |
| Criminal damage and arson | 34 |
| Public order | 17 |
| Other crime | 9 |
| Burglary | 7 |
| Other theft | 6 |
| Drugs | 5 |
| Vehicle crime | 4 |
| Possession of weapons | 3 |
| Robbery | 1 |
| Total incidents | 286 |
Within 1 mile during May 2026. Source: data.police.uk (England & Wales).
Schools nearby
Nearest open schools with Ofsted ratings (England). Closed schools are not shown. Data from Get Information about Schools and Ofsted.
| Name | Type | Distance | Ofsted |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seascape Primary School | Primary | 0.4 miles | Good — 26 Oct 2021 |
| Our Lady Star of the Sea Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary | Primary | 0.4 miles | Good — 3 Mar 2016 |
| Cotsford Primary School | Primary | 0.5 miles | Good — 7 May 2024 |
| Yohden Primary School | Primary | 0.7 miles | Good — 14 Dec 2023 |
| Dene Academy | Secondary | 0.7 miles | Good — 18 Jan 2024 |
Rental Comparables
Residential lets from OpenRent and Rightmove for the area (same bedroom count). Use to validate rent estimates. Student lets are excluded.
| Title | Rent | Beds | Distance | As seen on |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bed Terraced House, Douglas Avenue, SR8 | £600/mo | 2 | 0.28 miles | OpenRent |
| 2 Bed Terraced House, Eighth Street, SR8 | £475/mo | 2 | 0.32 miles | OpenRent |
| 2 Bed Terraced House, Hudson Avenue, SR8 | £550/mo | 2 | 0.34 miles | OpenRent |
| 2 Bed Terraced House, Tees Street, SR8 | £500/mo | 2 | 0.34 miles | OpenRent |
| 2 Bed End Terrace, Ninth Street, SR8 | £450/mo | 2 | 0.34 miles | OpenRent |
| 2 Bed Terraced House, Seventh Street, SR8 | £500/mo | 2 | 0.34 miles | OpenRent |
| 2 Bed Terraced House, Eighth Street, SR8 | £450/mo | 2 | 0.37 miles | OpenRent |
Average rent: £504/mo (7 listings)
Rent-driven metrics
Based on OpenRent comparables.
- Rent ratio — Monthly rent ÷ purchase price (1% rule). 1%+ = strong, 0.8–1% = okay, <0.8% = weak for cashflow.
- Max investor price — Rent ÷ 0.8%; the price at which rent would be 0.8% of price (Stoke-style target).
- Target investor price — Rent ÷ 1%; the price at which rent would be 1% of price (strong cashflow band).
- Gross yield — Annual rent as % of purchase price (no costs).
- Cost-to-rent — Price ÷ annual rent (from OpenRent comparables). Under 14× = strong, 14–16× = acceptable, 17×+ = compressed.
- Cashflow — Rent minus mortgage, 10% maintenance, £25/mo compliance. Assumes 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term.
- ROI — Annual profit ÷ cash in (deposit + 4% purchase costs).