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Mackintosh Court, Gilesgate, Durham, DH1 1PY

5bedrooms
3bathrooms
Detachedtype
Freeholdtenure

Listed 13 Jun 2026 · price reduced 30 Sept 2026 · Durham

How the price compares

This home£349,950
Median 5 bed in DH1£461k35 homes listed · £501 per sq ft
Difference-24%below the area median

Key features

  • SUBSTANTIAL DETACHED HOUSE
  • 5 BEDROOMS
  • 4 RECEPTION ROOMS
  • KITCHEN & UTILITY ROOM
  • CLOAKROOM/WC, 2 ENSUITE'S & FAMILY BATHROOM
  • DOUBLE WIDTH DRIVEWAY
  • GARDENS WITH BLOCK PAVED PATIO
  • 1 MILE FROM DURHAM CITY CENTRE
  • CLOSE TO A1(M) MOTORWAY & A690 DUAL CARRIAGEWAY

About this home

Set within a highly sought-after residential development in the popular Gilesgate area of Durham, this substantial 5 bedroom detached family home enjoys a prime position just one mile from the vibrant city centre.

Full Description - Set within a highly sought-after residential development in the popular Gilesgate area of Durham, this substantial 5 bedroom detached family home enjoys a prime position just one mile from the vibrant city centre. This desirable location offers the perfect blend of peaceful family living and outstanding everyday convenience. Residents benefit from excellent local amenities right on the doorstep. Internally, the property provides spacious and versatile accommodation perfectly suited to modern family life. A welcoming double glazed entrance porch opens into the hallway with a convenient cloakroom/WC. The lounge features French doors leading through to the garden room, ideal for entertaining, while the well fitted kitchen includes a Range cooker and is complemented by a practical utility room. Further ground floor highlights include a delightful garden room, an additional bedroom with ensuite shower room, and a versatile reception room currently used as a children’s games room, offering fantastic flexibility for growing families or those working from home. Stairs from the hallway lead to the the first-floor landing, master bedroom with ensuite shower room, three further bedrooms, and a family bathroom. Externally, a double-width driveway provides off-road parking for two cars, while the attractive gardens feature laid lawns to both front and rear. A block-paved patio creates the perfect setting for outdoor entertaining and al fresco dining. The home benefits from gas central heating and UPVC double glazing throughout. With its impressive size, flexible layout, and enviable location, this outstanding family home is sure to prove extremely popular. Early viewings are strongly recommended.

Area Information - Conveniently located approximately one mile from Durham City Centre. Local primary schools include Gilesgate, Laurel Avenue, St Hilds and St Joseph's (Roman Catholic). The newly constructed Belmont Campus provides nursery, primary and secondary school education and is within a mile from Gilesgate. Within Gilesgate itself, there are a wide range of amenities including: doctor's surgery, dentist, veterinary surgeries, supermarkets and some large well-known shopping stores. Also within easy reach of excellent bus routes. The A1(M) motorway and A680 dual carriageway is also a short distance away, providing good road links throughout the region. Durham City its self is delightful with its cobbled streets and a range of local and regional retailers as well as a number of well regarded restaurants, bars and newly developed River Walk with Odeon Lux Cinema. The meandering River Wear which circles around the Castle and Cathedral offers an eye-catching back drop to the city, as well as providing superb city walks and local boating. Not only this Durham City is well known for its high achieving private and state schools as well as the world renowned Durham University.

Entrance - Double glazed entrance porch with UPVC double glazed entrance door leading to the hallway with double radiator, tiled flooring, laminate walls and stairs to the first floor landing.

Cloakroom/Wc - Low level wc and wash hand basin.

Lounge - 5.75m x 3.53m (18'10" x 11'6") - Tiled flooring, laminate feature wall and UPVC double glazed French doors to the dining room.

Garden Room - 4.93m x 2.65m (16'2" x 8'8") - Tiled flooring, double radiator and spot lights.

Reception Room - 2.76m x 3.39m (9'0" x 11'1") - Currently used as a children's games room with double radiator and tiled flooring,

Kitchen - 3.85m x 2.73 (12'7" x 8'11") - Range of wall and floor unts with laminate worktops and inset stainless steel sink and drainer unit with mixer tap. Range cooker with extractor hood, tiled walls and flooring, double radiator and storage cupboard.

Utility Room - 1.52m x 1.72m (4'11" x 5'7") - Tiled flooring, plumbed for automatic washing machine and composite side entrance door.

Bedroom 5 - 3.92m x 2.86m (12'10" x 9'4") - Double radiator and a range of fitted wardrobes.

En-Suite - Low level wc, vanity storage unit with inset wash hand basin, double shower cubicle with mains fed shower, tiled walls, vinyl flooring, and extractor fan.

First Floor Landing - Double radiator, laminate walls and flooring and access to loft space.

Bedroom 1 - 2.76m x 2.79m (9'0" x 9'1") - Double radiator, laminate flooring and a range of fitted wardrobes.

En-Suite - Low level wc, vanity storage unit with inset was hand basin, corner shower cubicle with mains fed shower, chrome heated towel rail and extractor fan.

Bedroom 2 - 2.56m x 3.55m (8'4" x 11'7") - Laminate flooring, double radiator and a range of fitted wardrobes.

Bedroom 3 - 3.55m x 3.29m (11'7" x 10'9") - Laminate flooring, double radiator and a range of fitted wardrobes.

Bedroom 4 - 2.80m x 2.08m (9'2" x 6'9") - Double radiator.

Family Bathroom - 2.80m x 1.70m (9'2" x 5'6") - Low level wc, vanity storage unit with inset wash hand basin, panel bath with overhead mains fed shower and glass screen, laminate walls and flooring and heated towel rail.

Double Driveway - Providing off road parking to the front of the property for two cars.

Gardens - Laid lawn to the front and low maintenance artificial grass, mature planted borders and block paved patio area to the rear.

Freehold. - We have been informed that the property is Freehold. Interested purchasers should seek clarification of this from their Solicitors.

Epc. - EPC Rating - C EPC Link -

Important Information. - Please note that all sizes have been measured with an electronic measure tape and are approximations only. Under the terms of the Misdescription Act we are obliged to point out that none of these services have been tested by ourselves. We cannot vouch that any of the installations described in these particulars are in perfect working order. We present the details of this property in good faith and they were accurate at the time of which we inspected the property. Stuart Edwards for themselves and for the vendors or lessors of this property whose agents they are, give notice, that: (1) the particulars are produced in good faith, are set out as a general guide only, and do not constitute any part of a contract; (2) no person in the employment of Stuart Edwards has the authority to make or give any representation or warranty in relation to this property.

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If you would like to arrange a free no obligation valuation, please contact Stuart Edwards Estate Agents today!

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Through our association with a leading independent mortgage advisor we can offer the best mortgage deals available anywhere.

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Please note Stuart Edwards Estate Agents is the trading name for Bluepace Durham Ltd.

Property details

Property type
Detached
Council tax band
D
Tenure
Freehold
Parking
Driveway
Garden
Yes
Heating
Gas central
Electricity
Mains supply
Water
Mains supply

Floorplan

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Location

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  • Durham Station1.2 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
33 Mackintosh Court
Durham DH1 1PY
Semi-detached
Freehold
11 Sept 2026£182,000
25 Mackintosh Court
Durham DH1 1PY
Detached
Freehold
20 Jun 2025£230,000
16 Mackintosh Court
Durham DH1 1PY
Semi-detached
Freehold
29 Apr 2025£185,000
17 Mackintosh Court
Durham DH1 1PY
Semi-detached
Freehold
28 Mar 2025£195,000
4 Mackintosh Court
Durham DH1 1PY
Semi-detached
Freehold
13 Sept 2024£162,500

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

Monthly repayment£1,751£34,995 deposit · £314,955 loan
Stamp Duty£7,498England rates

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 Stuart Edwards, Durham on Rightmove (original listing). First listed 13 Jun 2026; details checked 7 Nov 2026. Latest change: reduced on 30/09/2026.

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