Union Court, Chester Le Street, DH3 3PA
Listed 18 May 2026 · price reduced 22 Jun 2026 · Chester le Street
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Key features
- NO CHAIN
- GROUND FLOOR
- RETIREMENT APARTMENT
- TWO BEDROOMS
- ATTRACTIVE KITCHEN
- ATTRACTIVE SHOWER ROOM
- TOWN CENTRE LOCATION
- OVER 55s DEVELOPMENT
- VIEWING RECOMMENDED
About this home
* NO CHAIN * GROUND FLOOR RETIREMENT APARTMENT * TWO BEDROOMS * ATTRACTIVE KITCHEN AND SHOWER ROOM * TOWN CENTRE LOCATION * OVER 55s DEVELOPMENT *
Offered for sale with no onward chain is this well presented ground floor retirement apartment, situated within a dedicated development for those aged 55 and over. Ideal for a single occupant or couple, the property offers comfortable, low maintenance living within a secure and sociable setting, benefitting from an on-site caretaker, communal lounge and resident parking facilities.
The layout comprises secure entry via an intercom system, entrance hallway with ample storage, comfortable lounge with sliding doors to outside space, fitted kitchen with a range of units, double bedroom with fitted wardrobes, a second single bedroom, and an attractive modernised shower room/WC.
Union Court occupies a highly convenient position within Chester le Street town centre, providing easy access to a range of shops, supermarkets, cafés and everyday amenities. Riverside Park is also nearby, offering pleasant walks and open green space, while the railway station and local bus routes provide excellent transport connections to Durham, Newcastle and surrounding areas. The combination of town centre convenience and nearby green space makes this a particularly appealing location for retirement living.
With no onward chain, the property presents an ideal opportunity for a straightforward and hassle-free move.
Hallway -
Lounge - 4.60 x 3.43 (15'1" x 11'3") -
Kitchen - 3.40 x 1.80 (11'1" x 5'10") -
Bedroom - 4.17 x 3.05 (13'8" x 10'0") -
Bedroom - 3.48 x 1.98 (11'5" x 6'5") -
Shower Room / Wc - 2.18 x 1.98 (7'1" x 6'5") -
Agent's Notes - Council Tax: Durham County Council, Band A Tenure: Leasehold - The flat is held on a leasehold basis, with a 125-year term from 22nd June 1990, and a current service charge of £2,160.71 per annum, payable in quarterly instalments. £540.18 (to be confirmed). EPC - C
Property Construction – Standard Number & Types of Rooms – Please refer to the details and floorplan, all measurements are for guidance only Electricity supply – Mains Water Supply – Mains Sewerage – Mains Heating – Electric Estimated Mobile phone coverage – Please refer to the Ofcom Website - Estimated Broadband Download speeds – please refer to the Ofcom Website –
Building Safety – We are not aware of any Building Safety issues. However, we would recommend that the purchaser engages the services of a chartered surveyor to confirm. Restrictions – covenants which affect the property are within the Land Registry Title Register which is available for inspection. Selective licencing area – no Probate – awaiting grant 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. Accessibility/Adaptations – None known 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
- Apartment
- Council tax band
- A
- Tenure
- Leasehold
- Lease remaining
- 89 years left
- Service charge
- £2,160.71 per year
- Parking
- Yes
- Garden
- Yes
Floorplan
Location
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- Chester-le-Street Station0.3 mi
- Durham Station4.9 mi
What nearby homes sold for
Median sold prices in DH3 over the last 12 months: semi-detached £200k · terraced £138k · detached £315k · flat £90k.
| Address | Type | Sold | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Union Court Chester Le Street DH3 3PA | Flat Leasehold | 22 Oct 2025 | £49,000 |
| 1 Union Court Chester Le Street DH3 3PA | Flat Leasehold | 9 Sept 2025 | £66,500 |
| 20 Union Court Chester Le Street DH3 3PA | Flat Leasehold | 1 Jul 2025 | £50,000 |
| 27 Union Court Chester Le Street DH3 3PA | Flat Leasehold | 18 Mar 2025 | £62,500 |
| 18 Union Court Chester Le Street DH3 3PA | Terraced Leasehold | 14 Mar 2025 | £86,000 |
| 25 Union Court Chester Le Street DH3 3PA | Flat Leasehold | 10 Mar 2025 | £59,500 |
| 30 Union Court Chester Le Street DH3 3PA | Flat Leasehold | 7 Feb 2025 | £55,000 |
| 2 Union Court Chester Le Street DH3 3PA | Flat Leasehold | 16 Dec 2024 | £67,000 |
| 23 Union Court Chester Le Street DH3 3PA | Flat Leasehold | 6 Sept 2024 | £53,000 |
| 19 Union Court Chester Le Street DH3 3PA | Flat Leasehold | 16 Aug 2024 | £70,000 |
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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, Chester Le Street on Rightmove (original listing). First listed 18 May 2026; details checked 7 Nov 2026. Latest change: reduced on 22/06/2026.
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