Claypath, Durham City, DH1 1QS
Listed 3 days ago · Durham
How the price compares
Key features
- Excellent Investment Opportunity
- City Centre Location
- Charming 18th Century Cottage
- One Bedroom
- Positioned in a Secluded Courtyard
- Currently Generating £11,700 PA
- Highly Sought After Location
- Over Two Floors
About this home
EXCELLENT INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY – CURRENTLY GENERATING £11,700 PER ANNUM ** CHARMING 18TH CENTURY CITY CENTRE COTTAGE **
An excellent opportunity to acquire this charming one-bedroom period cottage, believed to date back to the 18th century, ideally positioned within a secluded courtyard in the heart of historic Durham City Centre, just a short stroll from the Market Place.
Currently tenanted and generating a rental income of £11,700 per annum, the property represents an attractive investment opportunity in a highly sought-after central location.
Full of character and charm, the cottage is well-presented with accommodation arranged over two floors and briefly comprises a comfortable lounge and a breakfasting kitchen to the ground floor. To the first floor is a generous double bedroom with an en-suite bathroom and shower.
The property enjoys a peaceful courtyard setting whilst being just minutes from Durham's excellent range of shops, restaurants, cafés, cultural attractions and transport links.
Combining period charm with modern improvements, a prime city centre location and an established rental income, this delightful cottage is an ideal addition to an investment portfolio.
Agent Notes - Council Tax: Durham County Council, Band B - Approx. £2039 p.a Tenure: Assumed Flying Freehold - To be clarified by your legal representative. Property Construction – Standard Gas Supply - Mains Electricity supply – Mains Water Supply – Mains Sewerage – Mains Heating – Gas Central Heating Estimated Mobile phone coverage – Please refer to the Ofcom Website - Estimated Broadband Download speeds – please refer to the Ofcom Website –
Building Safety – The Vendor is not aware of any Building Safety issues. However, we would recommend that the purchaser engages the services of a chartered surveyor to confirm. Restrictions – If there are any covenants which may affect the property, they would be within the Land Registry Title Register which is available for inspection via the Land Registry or your legal representative. Selective licencing area – No Probate – NA Rights & Easements – None known. Flood risk – Refer to the Gov website - Coastal Erosion – Refer to the Gov website - Protected Trees – None known. Planning Permission – Nothing in the local area to affect this property that we are aware of. Mining Area – Coal Mining Reporting Area, further searches may be required by your legal representative.
Disclaimer: Our details have been compiled in good faith using publicly available sources and information obtained from the vendor prior to marketing. Verification and clarification of this information, along with any further details concerning Material Information parts A, B & C, should be sought from a legal representative or appropriate authorities before making any financial commitments. Robinsons cannot accept liability for any information provided subsequent amendments or unintentional errors or omissions.
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Property details
- Property type
- Cottage
- Council tax band
- B
- Tenure
- Freehold
Floorplan
Location
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- Durham Station0.4 mi
What nearby homes sold for
Median sold prices in DH1 over the last 12 months: semi-detached £212k · detached £385k · terraced £210k · flat £115k.
| Address | Type | Sold | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 The Chains, Claypath Durham DH1 1QZ | Flat Leasehold | 8 Dec 2025 | £210,000 |
| 24 The Chains, Claypath Durham DH1 1QZ | Flat Leasehold | 14 Nov 2025 | £220,000 |
| 81 Claypath Durham DH1 1QT | Detached Freehold | 9 May 2025 | £345,000 |
| 1 The Printworks, Claypath Durham DH1 1SA | Other Leasehold | 30 Apr 2025 | £200,000 |
| 6 The Chains, Claypath Durham DH1 1QZ | Flat Leasehold | 26 Nov 2024 | £199,950 |
| 60a, Claypath Durham DH1 1QS | Terraced Freehold | 31 Oct 2024 | £230,000 |
| 89 Claypath Durham DH1 1RG | Other Freehold | 30 Aug 2024 | £125,000 |
| 3 The Chains, Claypath Durham DH1 1QZ | Flat Leasehold | 12 Jul 2024 | £195,000 |
| 48 Claypath Durham DH1 1QS | Other Freehold | 28 Mar 2024 | £382,500 |
Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2026. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. All sales in DH1
Buying costs
Estimates only, using rates in force from April 2025. Check GOV.UK, Revenue Scotland or the Welsh Revenue Authority and speak to a mortgage adviser before you offer.
Listed by Robinsons, Durham on Rightmove (original listing). First listed 5 Nov 2026; details checked 7 Nov 2026. Latest change: added on 05/11/2026.
Agent disclaimer
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