20 Merlin Close, Seaham, SR7 7XH is a freehold semi-detached property built between 1983-1990. The property offers approximately 678 square feet of living space. In this location, properties of similar size usually have two bedrooms.

The estimated current market value of the property is £186,762 , which equates to approximately £275 per square foot. It was last sold on 5 Mar 2012 for £126,000. Since then, the value has increased by £60,762, representing a 48.2% increase, or approximately 3.5% per year.

The current estimated value of £186,762 is:

  • 26.9% lower than the average property price on Merlin Close
  • 25.4% lower than the average in the SR7 7XH postcode area
  • and 30.7% higher than the average price for Seaham as a whole

Based on EPC inspection history, this property has been mostly owner-occupied (3 out of 3 inspections). This suggests the property has typically been lived in by its owners, which often reflects longer-term residency and more consistent maintenance.

At the most recent EPC inspection on 4 November 2013, the property was recorded as owner-occupied.

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Building approximate location

About Property

Type
Semi-Detached House
Built
1983-1990
Interior Size
678 sq ft
Tenure
Freehold
Price (estimate)
£186,762
Price Per sq ft (estimate)
£275
Bedroom Count (estimate)
2 bedrooms

EPC Summary

20 Merlin Close, Seaham, Easington, Durham, SR7 7XH has an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating of D, based on the latest assessment carried out on 4 Nov 2013.

This property uses a gas-fired boiler and radiators, connected to the mains gas supply, as its main heating source. Hot water is provided from main heating system. The windows are fully double glazed.

The previous EPC assessment was conducted on 21 Oct 2013, and the property received the same rating of D with an unchanged energy efficiency score of 67.

Since the previous assessment, several changes were observed:

  • The lighting was changed from low energy lighting in 11% of fixed outlets to low energy lighting in 12% of fixed outlets, with no change in efficiency (poor).
Heating Type
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Good
Hot Water
From main system
Good
Roof
Pitched, 250 mm loft insulation
Good
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Good
Windows
Fully double glazed
Average
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 12% of fixed outlets
Poor

Compared to SR7 7XH

20 th / 22
Price Rank
25% lower than average
8 th / 11
Size Rank
21% smaller than average
8 th / 11
Price Per Sq FT Rank
6% lower than average

Compared to other properties in SR7 7XH , this house's estimated value ranks 20th out of 22. Based on price per square foot, it ranks 8th out of 11 properties. This indicates a lower price per square foot than most, suggesting good value for the space offered. In terms of size, this home ranks 8th out of 11 properties in its postcode area.

Sale History

Today
£186,762
streetscan.co.uk estimate
+48 %
5 Mar 2012
£126,000
Leasehold
+125 %
7 May 2002
£56,000
Leasehold

Area Insights

Nearby Properties

rooms: 6
size: 1211 sq ft
sale price: £227,500
sale date: 20 Jun 2017
rooms: 6
size: 1518 sq ft
sale price: £370,000
sale date: 16 Sep 2022
rooms: 4
size: 1156 sq ft
sale price: £175,000
sale date: 21 Dec 2009
rooms: 5
size: 1044 sq ft
sale price: £299,950
sale date: 15 Sep 2022
rooms: 5
size: 969 sq ft
sale price: £150,000
sale date: 28 Aug 2003

Data Sources

The property at 20 Merlin Close, Seaham, SR7 7XH appears two times in the Land Registry records, with the latest transaction recorded on 5 Mar 2012. It also has three Energy Performance Certificates (EPC) entries, the earliest dating back to 4 Nov 2013. We use this data, to estimate the property's characteristics and current market value.

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