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Richardby Crescent, Durham, DH1 3TY

4bedrooms
2bathrooms
Detachedtype
Freeholdtenure

Listed 14 Oct 2026 · Durham

How the price compares

This home£700,000
Median 4 bed in DH1£388k72 homes listed · £274 per sq ft
Difference+80%above the area median

Key features

  • Stunning executive family home finished to an exceptional standard
  • Beautiful detached home in sought-after central Durham location
  • Four generous double bedrooms
  • Principal bedroom with fitted wardrobes and en-suite shower room
  • Three versatile reception rooms
  • Impressive open-plan kitchen with vaulted apex ceiling and Velux windows
  • High-quality integrated appliances and feature peninsula breakfast bar
  • Private landscaped rear garden with patio
  • Detached double garage and ample parking
  • Close to highly regarded schools, local amenities and scenic countryside walks

About this home

An Exceptional Executive Family Home Where Elegance Meets Contemporary Luxury From the moment you step inside, this impressive executive family home immediately sets the tone for the elegance, style and exceptional attention to detail that continues throughout. Beautifully presented and finished to an exacting standard, with no expense spared, this is a home that effortlessly combines sophisticated interiors with generous living space, creating an enviable setting for both family life and entertaining. The welcoming entrance hallway is particularly impressive, offering an abundance of space and a striking feature staircase rising to the first floor, creating an elegant focal point upon arrival. Amtico flooring flows seamlessly throughout the hallway, kitchen and dining areas, enhancing the sense of continuity and understated luxury. The ground floor offers three versatile reception rooms, providing an exceptional degree of flexibility for modern family living. The principal lounge is a beautifully appointed space, enhanced by feature French doors which add a touch of classic elegance, whilst a second reception room offers further scope for relaxation, a family room or a dedicated home office. A separate formal dining room provides the perfect setting for hosting dinner parties and special occasions. At the heart of this exceptional home lies a truly impressive kitchen, beautifully designed to combine contemporary elegance with effortless practicality. Featuring an extensive range of sophisticated taupe shaker-style wall and floor units, complemented by contrasting work surfaces, the kitchen is both timeless in style and wonderfully inviting. A superb peninsula takes centre stage, creating a striking architectural feature whilst providing the perfect setting for informal dining, morning coffee or relaxed conversations whilst entertaining. This sociable space brings a real sense of occasion to everyday living, offering an ideal gathering point for family and friends alike. A comprehensive range of integrated appliances, including a raised oven and microwave, together with a dishwasher, further enhances the kitchen's appeal. Above, the spectacular apex roof, enhanced by Velux windows, floods the space with natural light, creating an incredible sense of height, volume and contemporary grandeur. French doors and additional windows frame views across the beautifully landscaped, entirely unoverlooked rear garden, allowing the kitchen to flow effortlessly into the outdoor space and creating an enviable setting for both everyday family life and sophisticated entertaining. The garden itself is a particularly desirable feature, offering a private, secluded and unoverlooked setting in which to relax, entertain and enjoy the outdoors in complete tranquillity. Further enhancing the practicality of the ground floor is a separate utility room, providing plumbing and space for a washing machine and tumble dryer, together with a conveniently positioned downstairs WC. Ascending to the first floor, the quality and generous proportions continue, with four well-appointed double bedrooms offering excellent accommodation for the growing family. The principal bedroom benefits from fitted wardrobes and a private en-suite shower room, creating a comfortable and peaceful retreat. Bedroom two also enjoys the advantage of fitted wardrobes, whilst bedroom three features a useful built-in closet. The fourth double bedroom is positioned to the side elevation, completing the impressive sleeping accommodation. Externally, the property continues to impress with a detached double garage, providing valuable storage and secure parking. The home is approached via a shared driveway serving just two properties. Far from the busier access arrangements sometimes associated with shared drives, this discreet approach contributes to the property's tucked-away position, creating a wonderful sense of exclusivity, privacy and seclusion. With only one neighbouring property sharing the access, the setting offers a rare balance of convenience and quiet enjoyment, making this an appealing feature of the home's overall character. A home of distinction, offering space, sophistication and an enviable degree of privacy, this outstanding executive residence is perfectly suited to those seeking an elegant family home where quality, thoughtful design and contemporary comfort come together beautifully. Positioned within an exclusive residential development in one of Durham's most sought-after locations, this impressive home enjoys the perfect balance of privacy and convenience. Durham City Centre is just a short distance away, offering an excellent selection of shops, restaurants, leisure facilities, and the city's historic cathedral and university. Superb transport links via the nearby A167 and A1(M) provide easy access across the region, while well-regarded schools and picturesque countryside walks further enhance the appeal of this exceptional setting for families and professionals alike.

Property details

Property type
Detached
Council tax band
G
Tenure
Freehold
Parking
Yes
Garden
Yes

Floorplan

31 Richardby

Location

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  • Durham Station1.7 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 Richardby Crescent
Durham DH1 3TY
Detached
Freehold
18 Dec 2025£650,000
42 Richardby Crescent
Durham DH1 3TY
Detached
Freehold
11 Jul 2025£872,500
25 Richardby Crescent
Durham DH1 3TY
Detached
Freehold
28 Mar 2025£780,000
16 Richardby Crescent
Durham DH1 3TY
Detached
Freehold
29 Nov 2024£832,000
1 Richardby Crescent
Durham DH1 3TY
Detached
Freehold
31 May 2024£820,000
40 Richardby Crescent
Durham DH1 3TY
Detached
Freehold
12 Jan 2024£600,000

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£3,502£70,000 deposit · £630,000 loan
Stamp Duty£25,000England 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 Elite Estates & Lettings, Durham on Rightmove (original listing). First listed 14 Oct 2026; details checked 7 Nov 2026. Latest change: added on 14/10/2026.

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