# 1 bedroom flat for sale (NE9 5EU) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | 3, ROSEFINCH LODGE, BEACONSFIELD ROAD, GATESHEAD, TYNE AND WEAR NE9 5EU | | Price | £45,500 | | Bedrooms | 1 | | Bathrooms | 1 | | Council tax | A | | Last sold | £45,500 Jun 2025 | ## Description Bell Estate Agents are pleased to welcome to the market this ground floor over 55's retirement apartment situated in the centre of Low Fell... Rosefinch lodge is a centrally located apartment situated on the ground floor. The apartment is offered for sale with a 70% shared ownership with Karbon Homes. The internal accommodation briefly comprises of a communal entrance lobby with stairs and lift to all levels. Stepping into the apartment the layout comprises of an entrance lobby leading to a wet-room style shower room with storage cupboard, a double bedroom with integrated storage, a well kept lounge area with feature fireplace and a modern kitchen with a range of wall/base units for storage. The building benefits from a communal laundry area and private parking to the rear of the property.  Originating in the 16th century Low Fell has quickly developed into one of the more popular of the two dozen or so villages which now comprise the Metropolitan Borough of Gateshead. The Durham Road area has now become a vibrant commercial hub with thriving shops, bars and restaurants as well as some banks and small offices. Whilst also offering it's own running, cricket and rugby clubs. There are also a range of highly regarded local schools, demand for properties increases to grow as more buyers look to move into the area. The area also offers excellent links to the A1, Metrocentre and Team Valley for commuters ## Property Photos - ![CAM02655G0-PR0228-STILL013_alt.jpg](/listings/photos/156951209/741294) - CAM02655G0-PR0228-STILL013_alt.jpg - ![CAM02655G0-PR0228-STILL001_alt.jpg](/listings/photos/156951209/741295) - CAM02655G0-PR0228-STILL001_alt.jpg - ![CAM02655G0-PR0228-STILL007_alt.jpg](/listings/photos/156951209/741296) - CAM02655G0-PR0228-STILL007_alt.jpg - ![CAM02655G0-PR0228-STILL009_alt.jpg](/listings/photos/156951209/741297) - CAM02655G0-PR0228-STILL009_alt.jpg - ![CAM02655G0-PR0228-STILL005_alt.jpg](/listings/photos/156951209/741298) - CAM02655G0-PR0228-STILL005_alt.jpg - ![CAM02655G0-PR0228-STILL002_alt.jpg](/listings/photos/156951209/741299) - CAM02655G0-PR0228-STILL002_alt.jpg - ![CAM02655G0-PR0228-STILL003_alt.jpg](/listings/photos/156951209/741300) - CAM02655G0-PR0228-STILL003_alt.jpg - ![CAM02655G0-PR0228-STILL008_alt.jpg](/listings/photos/156951209/741301) - CAM02655G0-PR0228-STILL008_alt.jpg - ![CAM02655G0-PR0228-STILL006_alt.jpg](/listings/photos/156951209/741302) - CAM02655G0-PR0228-STILL006_alt.jpg - ![CAM02655G0-PR0228-STILL004_alt.jpg](/listings/photos/156951209/741303) - CAM02655G0-PR0228-STILL004_alt.jpg - ![CAM02655G0-PR0228-STILL010_alt.jpg](/listings/photos/156951209/741304) - CAM02655G0-PR0228-STILL010_alt.jpg - ![CAM02655G0-PR0228-STILL011_alt.jpg](/listings/photos/156951209/741305) - CAM02655G0-PR0228-STILL011_alt.jpg - ![CAM02655G0-PR0228-STILL014_alt.jpg](/listings/photos/156951209/741306) - CAM02655G0-PR0228-STILL014_alt.jpg - ![CAM02655G0-PR0228-STILL012_alt.jpg](/listings/photos/156951209/741307) - CAM02655G0-PR0228-STILL012_alt.jpg ## Floorplans - ![Floor Plan](/listings/photos/156951209/741308) - Floor Plan ## EPC Graphs - ![EE Rating](/listings/photos/156951209/741309) - EE Rating ## FENSA Certificates This property has 1 FENSA certificate(s) on record. ### FENSA Certificate #10499042 - **Address:** 3 Rosefinch Lodge, Beaconsfield Road, NE9 5EU - **Certificate Issued:** 16/09/2014 - **Work Completed:** 20/08/2014 - **Items:** 4 window(s) ## Sales History *Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | ROSEFINCH LODGE 3 BEACONSFIELD ROAD, GATESHEAD, TYNE AND WEAR, NE9 5EU | £45,500 | 19/06/2025 | Flat | | ROSEFINCH LODGE 3 BEACONSFIELD ROAD, GATESHEAD, TYNE AND WEAR, NE9 5EU | £68,950 | 19/08/2005 | Flat | ## Sold Comparables *Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles. Data from Land Registry Price Paid. Last 5 years.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | 30 WILSONS LANE, GATESHEAD, TYNE AND WEAR, NE9 5EQ | £159,950 | 07/10/2022 | Flat | | ROSEFINCH LODGE 8 BEACONSFIELD ROAD, GATESHEAD, TYNE AND WEAR, NE9 5EU | £38,000 | 15/07/2022 | Flat | | 26 WILSONS LANE, GATESHEAD, TYNE AND WEAR, NE9 5EQ | £70,000 | 14/04/2022 | Flat | | 20 WILSONS LANE, GATESHEAD, TYNE AND WEAR, NE9 5EQ | £119,000 | 22/10/2021 | Flat | | 32 WILSONS LANE, GATESHEAD, TYNE AND WEAR, NE9 5EQ | £202,000 | 10/09/2021 | Flat | | 6 ROCK GROVE, GATESHEAD, TYNE AND WEAR, NE9 5EP | £140,500 | 06/09/2021 | Flat | **Area average:** £121,575 (6 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £118,643 (21 Flat, NE9, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** -61.6% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Gateshead). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £711/mo - **Realistic:** £790/mo - **Optimistic:** £869/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Tyneside (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* - **LHA floor (this property size):** £489/mo ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 1.74% (strong) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £98,750 - **Target investor price (1%):** £79,000 *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 Area rent estimate.* ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** 12.9% - **10y growth:** 50.7% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for Gateshead; Flats and maisonettes series; as of March 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** -2.2% - **5y growth (index):** 5.8% - **10y growth (index):** 21.2% ## 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)