Our Data Sources
17, The Chains, Durham has no recent1 records in the Land Registry and a single entry in the EPC database dated October 2014.
We combine this information with public data of neighbouring properties to estimate the property attributes and values.
The local information is scored as 2 out of 5 and is considered of medium accuracy.
1Sales dated prior to 2007 are shown, but are not used in our calculations.
Price Range & Condition
In very good condition, we estimate 17, The Chains, Durham would be worth £158,119, with a potential rental value of £973 per month.
If substantial cosmetic improvements are needed, the estimated sale value falls to £140,048, with a rental value of £862 per month.
The extent to which decoration affects a property's value depends on its type, size and location.
Energy Efficiency
17, The Chains, Durham has an Energy Performance Rating (EPC) of D. This is based on the most recent assessment, dated 25 Oct 2014.
The property is not connected to mains gas and has fully double glazed windows. It is heated using a boiler and radiators (mains gas).
Sold Prices
17, The Chains, Durham last changed hands on 13th March 2000, selling for £45,000. The transaction was logged as a leasehold flat by HM Land Registry.
That is its only recorded sale since 1995.
- Sold Mar 2000£45,000
Similar Properties Sold Nearby
Land Registry records and our Estate Agent network show 10 sales of comparable properties within 700 metres of 17, The Chains, Durham since 2007.
Most recently, 16, St. Giles Close, Durham, DH1 1XH, a leasehold flat, sold at £157,500 on the 27th June 2025.
Read more about house prices in DH1.
- Sold Jun 2025£157,500 | 2 Bed Flat16, St. Giles Close, Durham, DH1 1XH16, St. Giles Close, Durham, DH1 1XH
- Sold Mar 2025£160,000 | 2 Bed Flat15 The Cathedrals, Court Lane, Durham, DH1 3JS15 The Cathedrals, Court Lane, Durham, DH1 3JS
- Sold May 2024£163,000 | 2 Bed Flat3 The Cathedrals, Court Lane, Durham, DH1 3JS3 The Cathedrals, Court Lane, Durham, DH1 3JS
- Sold Sep 2023£160,000 | 2 Bed Flat29, St. Giles Close, Durham, DH1 1XH29, St. Giles Close, Durham, DH1 1XH
- Sold Jan 2023£135,000 | 2 Bed Flat154A, Gilesgate, Durham, DH1 1QQ154A, Gilesgate, Durham, DH1 1QQ
Nearby is defined as the radius comprising the nearest 2,000 addresses.
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Explore Nearby Properties
The surrounding properties have an average estimated value of £192,863, ranging from £152,263 to £436,719.
- 18 The Chains
2 Bed Flat | 0 m | Est. Value: £181,258
- 16 The Chains
2 Bed Flat | 0 m | Est. Value: £165,066
- 19 The Chains
2 Bed Flat | 10 m | Est. Value: £163,518
- 21 The Chains
2 Bed Flat | 10 m | Est. Value: £163,518
- 20 The Chains
2 Bed Flat | 10 m | Est. Value: £163,518
Location Comparison
Our analysis of the public data ranks 17, The Chains, Durham as the 24th largest and the 24th most expensive of the 24 addresses on The Chains, Durham, DH1.
Against the DH1 postcode district average, it is £108k less expensive than the typical property.
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Schools Nearby
- St Oswald's Church of England Aided Primary and Nursery School900 m away
- Laurel Avenue Community Primary School1.2 km away
- St Margaret's Church of England Primary School1.4 km away
- St Leonard's Catholic School, Durham1.3 km away
- Durham Johnston Comprehensive School1.8 km away
- Framwellgate School Durham2.3 km away
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Public Transport Nearby
- Durham|800 m away
- Chester-le-Street|8.4 km away
- Bishop Auckland|15.2 km away
Available Internet Speeds
Ofcom's latest figures show superfast broadband available in this area.
According to recent data from Ofcom, Superfast Broadband available in this area.
Risk of Flooding
Environment Agency data suggests this area has a Very Low risk of flooding.
