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High Street North, Shincliffe, Co Durham, DH1
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£1,250 pcm£288 pw

High Street North, Shincliffe, Co Durham, DH1 2NJ

1bedroom
1bathroom
Cottagetype
Furnishedfurnishing

Listed 15 Oct 2026 · Durham

How the price compares

This home£1,250 pcm
Median 1 bed in DH1£955 pcm10 homes listed
Difference+31%above the area median

Key features

  • UNIQUE COTTAGE
  • OPEN PLAN LIVING
  • ONE BEDROOM WITH EN-SUITE
  • REFURBISHED TO A HIGH STANDARD
  • SOUGHT AFTER LOCATION
  • INTIGRATED APPLIACNES
  • EPC RATING C
  • COUNCIL TAX B

About this home

Shincliffe is widely regarded as one of County Durham's most desirable villages, located just over a mile southeast of Durham City Centre along the A177. Designated as a conservation area, this historic and picturesque village offers a charming setting centred around a well-kept village green with seasonal planting and seating. Residents benefit from a local garden centre, two popular pub restaurants, and the convenience of being only moments from the vibrant city of Durham, home to the iconic cathedral and castle, outstanding schools, and a world-renowned university.

Upon entering the property, you are immediately struck by the light-filled open-plan layout. The lounge and kitchen enjoy pleasant views overlooking the village green, creating a bright and welcoming living space. The kitchen has been bespoke-designed specifically for the property, finished to a high specification with modern integrated appliances and ample storage, making it ideal for contemporary living.

To the first floor, the impressive master suite features a generous double bedroom accommodating a king-size bed, a stylish en-suite shower room, and a dedicated dressing area with fitted wardrobe.

This property would suit a wide range of tenants seeking a peaceful and comfortable home in which to unwind after a busy day of work or study.

Urban Base ta Northwood Tyneside Ltd is a member of The Property Ombudsman Scheme and the Propertymark Client Money Protection Scheme. Our landlord and tenant fees can be found at the following links Landlord Tenant EPC rating: C.

Property details

Property type
Cottage
Council tax band
B
Furnishing
Furnished
Available from
21/12/2026
Deposit
£1,442
Tenancy
Long term
Garden
Private garden
Heating
Gas central

Floorplan

Floorplan

Location

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  • Durham Station1.8 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.

AddressTypeSoldPrice
3 The Corner House, High Street North
Durham DH1 2NH
Semi-detached
Freehold
17 Dec 2025£500,000
2 Corner House, High Street North
Durham DH1 2NH
Terraced
Freehold
7 Mar 2025£329,000
2 Jubilee Place
Durham DH1 2NJ
Terraced
Freehold
20 Nov 2024£520,000

Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2026. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. All sales in DH1

Renting costs

Typical income needed£37,500a year, at 30 times the monthly rent
Holding deposit cap£288one week's rent
Tenancy deposit cap£1,442five weeks' rent

Caps follow the Tenant Fees Act 2019 (England). Referencing rules vary by agent; Scotland and Wales have their own rules.

Listed by Northwood Urban Base Executive, Durham on Rightmove (original listing). First listed 15 Oct 2026; details checked 7 Nov 2026. Latest change: added on 15/10/2026.

Before the tenancy starts (payable to Northwood Newcastle ta Northwood Tyneside Ltd the Agent ). Holding Deposit* Maximum of 1 weeks rent (per tenancy) * This may be a non-refundable payment This fee is non-refundable should you decide not to progress your application/sign your tenancy agreement within 15 Calendar days (unless otherwise mutually agreed) or if you have given false/misleading information on the application form or any applicant fails a Right to Rent check. It will be returned to you in the event the landlord is unable to proceed Deposit** 5 Weeks rent This is to cover and damages, dilapidations & defaults on the part of the tenant during the tenancy. During the Tenancy (payable to the Agent) Payment of interest for the late payment of rent 3% above Bank of England base rate. During the Tenancy if permitted and applicable. Utilities gas, electricity, water and sewerage Communications telephone and broadband. Installation of cable/satellite. Subscription to cable/satellite supplier. Television licence. Council Tax. Lost Keys or other Security Devices Tenants are liable for the actual cost of replacing any lost key(s) or other security device(s). If the loss results in locks needing to be changed, the actual costs of a locksmith, new lock and replacement keys for the tenant, landlord & any other persons requiring keys will be charged to the tenant, If extra costs are incurred there will be a charge of £15.00 per hour, if appropriate, for the time taken replacing any lost keys or security devices Variation of Contract ( At Tenant s Request and if agreed by Landlord). £50 (inc VAT) to cover agents costs in contacting landlord, taking landlord instructions & preparations of new contracts (if required) & system adjustments. Change of Sharer ( At Tenant s Request and if agreed by Landlord) £50 (inc VAT) per replacement tenancy or any reasonable costs incurred if higher: To cover the costs associated with taking landlords instructions, new tenant referencing and Right To Rent checks, deposit registration and preparation of new legal documents Variation of Contract ( At Tenant s Request and if agreed by Landlord)_ £50 (inc VAT) to cover agents costs in contacting landlord, taking landlord instructions & preparations of new contracts (if required) & system adjustments. Early release from tenancy If authorisation is given allowing you to vacate the premises before the expiration of any tenancy agreement, you may be liable for the following: i) Rent up to the date on which the premises are re-let or the expiration of the tenancy agreement, whichever is the sooner ii) Council tax, water rates, gas and electricity charges along with any other bills which are your responsibility under the tenancy agreement up to the date the premises are re-let, or the expiration of the tenancy agreement, whichever is the sooner iii) There will be a charge, if appropriate, for the landlord s costs for re letting the property. iv) These costs will be no more than the maximum amount of rent outstanding Other permitted payments. Any other permitted payments not included above, for breaches of contract or under the relevant legislation including contractual damage Company Let Fee Guide Administration fee £300 + vat Please note: Should you report a maintenance issue with the property and a contractor is called out and their investigations find that the fault has been caused by the tenant/s or an associate of the tenant/s, or alternatively no fault exists, any cost for this call out will be the responsibility of the tenant/s. Northwood reserve the right to deduct any unpaid monies from the deposit. Tenant Protection We hold Client Money Protection through Safeagent. To view our certificate, please see below. We are also a member of The Property Ombudsman, which is a redress scheme. Please note that lettings agents are required by law to publish on their websites information for potential tenants about relevant fees, redress schemes and client money protection schemes (including the names of those schemes). Relevant fees must also be published on third party websites, such as Rightmove. For properties to rent in England and Wales, details of the agent's membership of any redress scheme and client money protection scheme must also be published with their fees on Rightmove. It is the agent's responsibility to ensure that all relevant information is provided to Rightmove and is up to date and accurate. If the relevant information does not appear here, the agent may have included it within the property description.

Agent disclaimer

Disclaimer - Property reference P10341. The information displayed about this property comprises a property advertisement. Rightmove.co.uk makes no warranty as to the accuracy or completeness of the advertisement or any linked or associated information, and Rightmove has no control over the content. This property advertisement does not constitute property particulars. The information is provided and maintained by Northwood Urban Base Executive, Durham. Please contact the selling agent or developer directly to obtain any information which may be available under the terms of The Energy Performance of Buildings (Certificates and Inspections) (England and Wales) Regulations 2007 or the Home Report if in relation to a residential property in Scotland.

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