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A unique opportunity to purchase this semi commerical property, with three bedroom end if terrace house and retail area previously operated as at newsagents. Located just at short distance from the town centre providing access to schools, restaurants, cafes, butchers, bakers independent shops, convenience stores and healthcare services. There is an extensive public transport system in the area via both bus and rail, providing easy access to neighbouring towns and villages. Further amenities are available in the neighbouring towns Bishop Auckland and Newton Aycliffe including secondary schools, high street retail stores, leisure centres and supermarkets. In brief the property comprises; an entrance porch leading through into the living room, dining room, kitchen and utility room. There is access to the retail area previously used as at convenience shop, double garage and workshop. The first floor contains the master bedroom, two further bedrooms and bathroom. Externally there is access into the back lane through the garage. Living Room (4.86m x 3.62m) Spacious living room located to the front of the property, benefiting from neutral decor, ample space for furniture and window to the front elevation. Dining Room (3.05 x 2.29m) Dining area providing space for at table and chairs and further furniture. Kitchen (4.9m x 2.75m) The kitchen contains at range of dark grey wall, base and drawer units, complementing work surfaces, splash backs & sink/drainer unit. Space is available for at range oven along with further free standing appliances. Utility Room (4.0m x 2.54m) Utility area providing space for additional storage and appliances. Shop (9.0m x 3.96m) Large retail area located to the front of the property, with large shop window to the front elevation. Master Bedroom (3.9m x 3.7m) The master bedroom contains space for at king sized bed, built in storage cupboard and window to the front elevation. Bedroom Two (4.43m x 2.2m) The second bedroom is another good size with neutral decor, ample space for furniture and window to the front elevation. Bedroom Three (3.1m x 2.5m) The third bedroom is at good size single room with window to the rear elevation. Bathroom (3.1m x 2.4m) The bathroom contains at panelled bath, corner shower cubicle. WC and wash hand basin. External Externally there is at double garage with electric roller door, separate workshop, along with A small area/courtyard to the front of the property.
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In Shildon & Dene Valley, County Durham, estimated 2026-27 council tax averages £158 a month for a couple and £119 for a single person; the most common band is A (£1,748 a year).
Area estimate — this home's bill depends on its band
| Band A | £1,748 / year |
| Band B | £2,039 / year |
| Band C | £2,331 / year |
| Band D | £2,622 / year |
| Band E | £3,205 / year |
| Band F | £3,788 / year |
| Band G | £4,370 / year |
| Band H | £5,244 / year |
Estimated from ONS, Ofgem and Census data. Single-person figures include the 25% single-person discount.