Sold STC Bungalow

42 KINGSTON AVENUE

SEAHAM, COUNTY DURHAM SR7 8NN

2 beds 1 baths 560 sq ft Listed 16 Aug 2023 (-1025d)

£79,950

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# 2 bedroom bungalow for sale (SR7 8NN)

## Property Details

| Key | Value |
|-----|-------|
| Address | 42 KINGSTON AVENUE, SEAHAM, COUNTY DURHAM SR7 8NN |
| Price | £79,950 |
| Bedrooms | 2 |
| Bathrooms | 1 |
| Council tax | A |
| Construction age | England and Wales: 1930-1949 |
| Floor area | 52 m² |
| Last sold | £80,000 Dec 2023 |

## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

- **Current rating:** D
- **Potential rating:** B
- **Current heating cost:** £1,260/year
- **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £12,075

### Recommendations
- A2 (£850 - £1,500)
- W1 (£800 - £1,200)
- G (£350 - £450)
- N (£4,000 - £6,000)
- U (£3,500 - £5,500)

[View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/9137-3728-7200-0581-9226)

## Description

**Welcome to this charming mid-terrace bungalow nestled in the highly desirable Kingston Avenue, Seaham. This property offers a delightful living experience with its thoughtful layout and attractive features. **

**As you step through the spacious entrance sun porch, you're greeted by a warm and inviting living room, perfect for relaxation and socializing. The well-appointed kitchen is designed to cater to your culinary needs, making meal preparation a breeze. An inner hall leads you to two generously sized double bedrooms that provide ample space for comfort and rest. The conveniently situated family bathroom completes the accommodation, offering modern convenience and functionality.**

**Outside, this bungalow continues to impress. The rear yard is a versatile space, while the spacious front garden is thoughtfully designed for low maintenance, allowing you to savour the outdoors without the hassle. With a coveted South facing aspect, you'll have the privilege of enjoying natural light throughout the day.**

**Practical features include gas combi central heating, ensuring warmth during the cooler months, and double glazing that enhances energy efficiency and minimizes external noise. An additional advantage of this property is the absence of an onward chain, facilitating a smooth and expedited transition for the lucky new owners.**

**In summary, this mid-terrace bungalow in Kingston Avenue presents a unique opportunity to embrace comfortable living in a sought-after location. Its blend of indoor and outdoor space, modern amenities, and appealing features make it a must-see property. Don't miss the chance to make this house your new home. Contact us today to arrange a viewing.**

**Entrance Sun Porch (1.50m x 3.90m)****Living Room (3.50m x 3.90m)****Kitchen (2.90m x 1.90m)****Bedroom 1 (3.50m x 3.40m)****Bedroom 2 (4.10m x 2.30m)****Bathroom (2.00m x 1.70m)**

**Water Meter - Yes**

## Property Photos

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## Floorplans

- ![Floorplan 1](/listings/photos/138737987/607610) - Floorplan 1
- ![Floorplan 2](/listings/photos/138737987/607612) - Floorplan 2

## EPC Graphs

- ![EPC 1](/listings/photos/138737987/607613) - EPC 1

## Sales History

*Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.*

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 42 KINGSTON AVENUE, SEAHAM, COUNTY DURHAM, SR7 8NN | £80,000 | 05/12/2023 | Terraced |

## Sold Comparables

*Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles. Data from Land Registry Price Paid. Last 5 years.*

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 22 GRANTHAM AVENUE, SEAHAM, COUNTY DURHAM, SR7 8LZ | £125,000 | 19/05/2023 | Detached |
| 50 WEYMOUTH DRIVE, DALTON LE DALE, SEAHAM, COUNTY DURHAM, SR7 8DF | £231,500 | 02/12/2022 | Detached |
| 47 WEYMOUTH DRIVE, DALTON LE DALE, SEAHAM, COUNTY DURHAM, SR7 8DF | £220,000 | 08/07/2022 | Detached |

**Area average:** £192,167 (3 sales)

## Price vs local average

*Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).*

- **Local average:** £257,312 (10 Detached, SR7, 2024–2026)
- **Deviation:** -68.9%

## Rental Range

*ONS Price Index of Private Rents (County Durham). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.*

- **Low:** £572/mo
- **Realistic:** £635/mo
- **Optimistic:** £699/mo

## LHA (Local Housing Allowance)

*VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Sunderland (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).*

- **LHA floor (this property size):** £474/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 |
|------|------|------|------|------|
| 2 Bed Terraced House, Jubilee Avenue, SR7 | £565/mo | 2 | 0.55 miles | OpenRent |
| 2 Bed Semi-Detached House, Wells Crescent, SR7 | £750/mo | 2 | 0.66 miles | OpenRent |

**Average rent: £658/mo (2 listings)**

## 1% Rule

- **Rent ratio:** 0.82% (okay)
- **Max investor price (0.8%):** £82,250
- **Target investor price (1%):** £65,800

*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 £658/mo).*

- **Gross yield:** 9.9%
- **Cost-to-rent:** 10.1×
- **Monthly cashflow:** £252/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term)
- **Cash-on-cash ROI:** 13.1%

*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:** £1,538/m²

## Capital growth trend

*Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.*

- **5y growth:** -0.9%
- **10y growth:** 35.2%

## House Price Index (HM Land Registry)

*Official index for County Durham; Detached series; as of March 2026.*

- **1y growth (index):** 0.4%
- **5y growth (index):** 21.3%
- **10y growth (index):** 40.6%

## 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)

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Property details

Tenure

FREEHOLD

Floor area

52 m²

Council tax band

EPC rating

Year built

England and Wales: 1930-1949

Last sold

£80,000 Dec 2023

Price per m²

£1,538/m²

Local average

£257,312 (-68.9%)

Deprivation

Decile 1 (1,922 of 33,755)

Street crime

206 incidents within 1 mile (Mar 2026)

Key features

Mid Terrace Bungalow
Attractively Priced
2 Double Bedrooms
Spacious Front Sun Porch
Generous Garden with Woodland Views
Gas Combi Central Heating
Double Glazed
EPC Rating: D

Additional details

Parking: On street
Garden: Front garden

Description

Welcome to this charming mid-terrace bungalow nestled in the highly desirable Kingston Avenue, Seaham. This property offers a delightful living experience with its thoughtful layout and attractive features.
As you step through the spacious entrance sun porch, you're greeted by a warm and inviting living room, perfect for relaxation and socializing. The well-appointed kitchen is designed to cater to your culinary needs, making meal preparation a breeze. An inner hall leads you to two generously sized double bedrooms that provide ample space for comfort and rest. The conveniently situated family bathroom completes the accommodation, offering modern convenience and functionality.
Outside, this bungalow continues to impress. The rear yard is a versatile space, while the spacious front garden is thoughtfully designed for low maintenance, allowing you to savour the outdoors without the hassle. With a coveted South facing aspect, you'll have the privilege of enjoying natural light throughout the day.
Practical features include gas combi central heating, ensuring warmth during the cooler months, and double glazing that enhances energy efficiency and minimizes external noise. An additional advantage of this property is the absence of an onward chain, facilitating a smooth and expedited transition for the lucky new owners.
In summary, this mid-terrace bungalow in Kingston Avenue presents a unique opportunity to embrace comfortable living in a sought-after location. Its blend of indoor and outdoor space, modern amenities, and appealing features make it a must-see property. Don't miss the chance to make this house your new home. Contact us today to arrange a viewing.
Entrance Sun Porch (1.50m x 3.90m)Living Room (3.50m x 3.90m)Kitchen (2.90m x 1.90m)Bedroom 1 (3.50m x 3.40m)Bedroom 2 (4.10m x 2.30m)Bathroom (2.00m x 1.70m)
Water Meter - Yes

Listed by

Seaham

Kimmitt and Roberts

Reference: 138737987

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

Current rating: D

Potential rating: B

Inspection date: 29/08/2023

Current heating cost: £1,260/year

Potential heating cost: £1,050/year

Est. upgrade cost to C: £12,075

EPC D or below may face future regulation risk. Upgrading to C could improve long-term ROI.

Recommendations

Flat roof or sloping ceiling insulation (£850 - £1,500)
Floor insulation (suspended floor) (£800 - £1,200)
Upgrade heating controls (£350 - £450)
Solar water heating (£4,000 - £6,000)
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp (£3,500 - £5,500)

View full EPC on gov.uk

Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

Floorplans

Floorplan 1

Floorplan 2

EPC Graphs

EPC 1

Price history

Event	Date	Price	% change
Sold	05/12/2023 (2 years ago)	£80,000	—

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
22 GRANTHAM AVENUE, SEAHAM, COUNTY DURHAM, SR7 8LZ	£125,000	19/05/2023	Detached
50 WEYMOUTH DRIVE, DALTON LE DALE, SEAHAM, COUNTY DURHAM, SR7 8DF	£231,500	02/12/2022	Detached
47 WEYMOUTH DRIVE, DALTON LE DALE, SEAHAM, COUNTY DURHAM, SR7 8DF	£220,000	08/07/2022	Detached

Area average: £192,167 (3 sales)

Capital growth trend

Land Registry outcode average: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago (from sold prices).

5y growth -0.9%

10y growth 35.2%

House Price Index (HM Land Registry — official index, not sold-price averages): County Durham. Series: Detached. As of March 2026.

1y (index) 0.4%

5y (index) 21.3%

10y (index) 40.6%

Rental Range

Estimated market rent for County Durham. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.

Low £572/mo

Realistic £635/mo

Optimistic £699/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → County Durham.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for Sunderland: £474/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Map view View on Google Maps View on OpenStreetMap Street View SR7 8NN

Nearby

Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).

Type	Name	Distance
Bus stop	The Avenue Shops	0.3 miles
Bus stop	The Avenue-Bethune Avenue	0.3 miles
Shop	Morrisons Daily	0.3 miles
Shop	Spar	0.5 miles
Train station	Seaham	0.5 miles
Train station	Park Lane	5.0 miles
Hospital	Peterlee Community Hospital	5.4 miles
Hospital	Sunderland Primary care Trust	7.5 miles
University	Durham University	11.5 miles
University	The Northern School Of Art	11.7 miles

Street-level crime

Category	Count
Violence and sexual offences	57
Anti-social behaviour	45
Criminal damage and arson	35
Shoplifting	19
Public order	17
Other theft	8
Drugs	6
Other crime	6
Burglary	5
Vehicle crime	5
Possession of weapons	1
Robbery	1
Theft from the person	1
Total incidents	206

Within 1 mile during Mar 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
Seaview Primary School	Primary	0.2 miles	Good — 3 Jul 2024
Seaham Trinity Primary School	Primary	0.5 miles	Good — 8 Nov 2013
Seaham High School	Secondary	0.7 miles	Good — 28 Sep 2023
St Mary Magdalen's Catholic Primary School	Primary	0.8 miles	Good — 8 Feb 2013
Westlea Primary School	Primary	0.8 miles	Good — 31 Jan 2023

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, Jubilee Avenue, SR7	£565/mo	2	0.55 miles	OpenRent
2 Bed Semi-Detached House, Wells Crescent, SR7	£750/mo	2	0.66 miles	OpenRent

Average rent: £658/mo (2 listings)

Rent-driven metrics

Based on OpenRent comparables.

Rent ratio 0.82%

Max investor price (0.8%) £82,250

Target investor price (1%) £65,800

Gross yield 9.9%

Cost-to-rent ratio 10.1×

Monthly cashflow £252/mo 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term

Cash-on-cash ROI 13.1%

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).