# 3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale (DL1 3PJ) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | 17 GLENEAGLES ROAD, DARLINGTON, DARLINGTON DL1 3PJ | | Price | £185,000 | | Bedrooms | 3 | | Bathrooms | 1 | | Council tax | B | | Construction age | England and Wales: 1930-1949 | | Floor area | 72 m² | | Last sold | £110,250 Dec 2021 | ## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost - **Current rating:** C - **Potential rating:** B - **Expiry date:** 22/06/2026 — **EXPIRED** (no longer valid for marketing or letting) - **Current heating cost:** £496/year ### Recommendations - W1 (1,200) - N (6,000) - O3 (1,400) - U (8,000) [View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/2478-5090-7296-4256-5954) ## Description Gleneagles Road in Darlington, this delightful semi-detached house offers a perfect blend of comfort and convenience. With three well-proportioned bedrooms, this property is ideal for families or those seeking extra space. The two inviting reception rooms provide ample room for relaxation and entertaining, making it a wonderful home for social gatherings. The property boasts a well-appointed bathroom, ensuring that all your daily needs are met with ease. One of the standout features of this home is the off-street parking, along with a garage for additional storage or secure parking. Situated in the desirable Whinfield area, this residence is conveniently close to a variety of local amenities, including shops, schools, and parks, making it an excellent choice for those who appreciate easy access to everyday conveniences. This semi-detached house on Gleneagles Road is not just a place to live; it is a place to thrive. With its spacious layout, practical features, and prime location, it presents a wonderful opportunity for anyone looking to settle in a welcoming community. Do not miss the chance to make this lovely property your new home. **Entrance Hall** - Upvc door to front, staircase to first floor landing and radiator. **Lounge** - 4.11m x 3.18m (13'6 x 10'5) - Upvc double glazed window to front, coving to ceiling, fireplace with inset fire and radiator. Part glazed double doors to Diner area. **Kitchen/Diner** - 2.82m x 5.03m (9'3 x 16'6) - Upvc double glazed window to rear, coving to ceiling, fitted with wall, base and drawer units, stainless steel sink with mixer tap, electric hob and oven with extractor over. Space for a washing machine and fridge freezer, under stairs storage cupboard, door to rear, spotlights to ceiling and radiator. Access to Diner area with ample space for a table and chairs and sliding doors to rear allowing lots of natural light.. **First Floor Landing** - Upvc double glazed window to side, storage cupboard and access to loft. **Bedroom One** - 4.06m x 2.67m (13'4 x 8'9) - Upvc double glazed window to front, coving to ceiling and radiator. **Bedroom Two** - 2.62m x 2.87m (8'7 x 9'5) - Upvc double glazed window to rear, coving to ceiling and radiator. **Bedroom Three** - 2.36m x 2.26m (7'9 x 7'5) - Upvc double glazed window to front, coving to ceiling and radiator. **Bathroom** - Upvc double glazed obscure window to rear, bath with shower over and screen, back to wall w.c and wash hand basin in vanity. Heated towel rail. **Externally** - To the front of the property is an open plan garden which is mainly laid to lawn with well established plants and shrubs. There is a driveway providing off street parking for two vehicles, access to the garage and gated access to the rear garden. To the rear is an enclosed garden which is mainly laid to lawn with patio area. There is a single detached garage also to the rear. **Tenure** - Freehold **Property Details** - Local Authority: Darlington Council Tax Band: B Annual Price: £1,845 Conservation Area No Flood Risk Very low Floor Area 775 ft 2 / 72 m 2 Plot size 0.06 acres (2 Plots) Mobile coverage EE Vodafone Three O2 Broadband Basic 2 Mbps Superfast 80 Mbps Ultrafast 1000 Mbps Satellite / Fibre TV Availability BT Sky Virgin **Note** - IMPORTANT NOTE TO PURCHASERS: We endeavour to make our sales particulars accurate and reliable, however, they do not constitute or form part of an offer or any contract and none is to be relied upon as statements of representation or fact. The services, systems and appliances listed in this specification have not been tested by us and no guarantee as to their operating ability or efficiency is given. All measurements have been taken as a guide to prospective buyers only, and are not precise. Floor plans where included are not to scale and accuracy is not guaranteed. If you require clarification or further information on any points, please contact us, especially if you are travelling some distance to view. Fixtures and fittings other than those mentioned are to be agreed with the seller. We cannot also confirm at this stage of marketing the tenure of this house. ## Property Photos - ![Photo](/listings/photos/173187863/1550872) - ![Externally](/listings/photos/173187863/1550873) - Externally - ![Kitchen/Diner](/listings/photos/173187863/1550874) - Kitchen/Diner - ![Lounge](/listings/photos/173187863/1550876) - Lounge - ![Lounge](/listings/photos/173187863/1550878) - Lounge - ![Kitchen/Diner](/listings/photos/173187863/1550879) - Kitchen/Diner - ![Kitchen/Diner](/listings/photos/173187863/1550882) - Kitchen/Diner - ![Kitchen/Diner](/listings/photos/173187863/1550884) - Kitchen/Diner - ![Bedroom One](/listings/photos/173187863/1550886) - Bedroom One - ![Bedroom Two](/listings/photos/173187863/1550888) - Bedroom Two - ![Bedroom Three](/listings/photos/173187863/1550890) - Bedroom Three - ![Bathroom](/listings/photos/173187863/1550893) - Bathroom ## Floorplans - ![17gr fp.png](/listings/photos/173187863/1550896) - 17gr fp.png ## EPC Graphs - ![EE Rating](/listings/photos/173187863/1550900) - EE Rating ## Sales History *Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | 17 GLENEAGLES ROAD, DARLINGTON, DL1 3PJ | £110,250 | 08/12/2021 | Semi-detached | ## Sold Comparables *Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles. Data from Land Registry Price Paid. Last 5 years.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | 2 KILLIN ROAD, DARLINGTON, DL1 3PD | £175,000 | 25/02/2025 | Semi-detached | | [Same street] 18 GLENEAGLES ROAD, DARLINGTON, DL1 3PJ | £222,500 | 07/02/2025 | Semi-detached | | [Same street] 29 GLENEAGLES ROAD, DARLINGTON, DL1 3PJ | £203,000 | 26/01/2024 | Semi-detached | | 32 KILLIN ROAD, DARLINGTON, DL1 3PD | £130,000 | 14/12/2023 | Semi-detached | | 10 SUNNINGDALE GREEN, DARLINGTON, DL1 3SB | £143,000 | 31/03/2023 | Semi-detached | | 4 KILMARNOCK ROAD, DARLINGTON, DL1 3PN | £140,000 | 14/12/2022 | Semi-detached | | 34 THE FIRS, DARLINGTON, DL1 3PH | £155,000 | 02/12/2022 | Semi-detached | | 9 FORFAR CLOSE, DARLINGTON, DL1 3PR | £129,995 | 04/10/2022 | Semi-detached | | 9 FORFAR CLOSE, DARLINGTON, DL1 3PR | £130,000 | 30/09/2022 | Semi-detached | | 15 STONEHAVEN WAY, DARLINGTON, DL1 3RG | £125,000 | 26/09/2022 | Semi-detached | | [Same street] 4 GLENEAGLES ROAD, DARLINGTON, DL1 3PJ | £120,000 | 08/09/2022 | Semi-detached | | 22 SHETLAND DRIVE, DARLINGTON, DL1 3PZ | £124,995 | 02/09/2022 | Semi-detached | | 22 SHETLAND DRIVE, DARLINGTON, DL1 3PZ | £125,000 | 26/08/2022 | Semi-detached | | 10 TARANSAY WALK, DARLINGTON, DL1 3QH | £105,000 | 26/08/2022 | Semi-detached | | 24 MOFFAT CLOSE, DARLINGTON, DL1 3PP | £119,000 | 12/08/2022 | Semi-detached | | 26 THE FIRS, DARLINGTON, DL1 3PH | £167,000 | 31/05/2022 | Semi-detached | | 47 CALEDONIAN WAY, DARLINGTON, DL1 3RJ | £142,500 | 29/04/2022 | Semi-detached | | 44 CALEDONIAN WAY, DARLINGTON, DL1 3RJ | £135,500 | 12/04/2022 | Semi-detached | | 14 THE FIRS, DARLINGTON, DL1 3PH | £169,950 | 24/02/2022 | Semi-detached | | 49 KILMARNOCK ROAD, DARLINGTON, DL1 3PW | £118,000 | 11/02/2022 | Semi-detached | | 7 CHANTILLY AVENUE, DARLINGTON, DL1 3SA | £120,000 | 03/12/2021 | Semi-detached | | 3 KILMARNOCK ROAD, DARLINGTON, DL1 3PN | £148,000 | 26/11/2021 | Semi-detached | | 10 ABERDEEN ROAD, DARLINGTON, DL1 3QY | £120,000 | 19/11/2021 | Semi-detached | **Street average:** £181,833 (3 sales) **Area average:** £136,147 (20 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £147,500 (73 Semi-detached, DL1, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** +25.4% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Darlington). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £614/mo - **Realistic:** £682/mo - **Optimistic:** £750/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Darlington (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* - **LHA floor (this property size):** £529/mo ## 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 | |------|------|------|------|------| | 3 Bed Semi-Detached House, Welbeck Avenue, DL1 | £900/mo | 3 | 0.56 miles | OpenRent | | 3 Bed Semi-Detached House, Martindale Road, DL1 | £800/mo | 3 | 0.7 miles | OpenRent | | 3 Bed Semi-Detached House, Haughton Road, DL1 | £895/mo | 3 | 1 miles | OpenRent | **Average rent: £865/mo (3 listings)** ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.48% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £111,875 - **Target investor price (1%):** £89,500 *Monthly rent ÷ price. 1%+ = strong, 0.8–1% = okay, <0.8% = weak. Max investor price = rent ÷ 0.8% (Stoke-style target). Target investor price = rent ÷ 1% (strong cashflow band). Based on OpenRent comparables.* ## Rent-driven metrics *Based on OpenRent comparables (median £895/mo).* - **Gross yield:** 5.8% - **Cost-to-rent:** 17.2× - **Monthly cashflow:** £52/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term) - **Cash-on-cash ROI:** 1.2% *Gross yield = annual rent as % of price (no costs). Cost-to-rent = price ÷ annual rent (from OpenRent comparables); under 14× = strong, 14–16× = acceptable, 17×+ = compressed. Cashflow = rent − 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).* ## Price per Square Metre - **£/m²:** £2,569/m² ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** 15.5% - **10y growth:** 38.9% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for Darlington; Semi-detached series; as of April 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** 2.5% - **5y growth (index):** 21.5% - **10y growth (index):** 38.4% ## Flood risk - **Zone:** 1 - **Risk:** Low - **Source:** Job (default Low) [Check long-term flood risk (GOV.UK)](https://check-long-term-flood-risk.service.gov.uk/postcode)