Our Data Sources
7, Melrose Gardens, Houghton Le Spring has 3 entries in the Land Registry , most recently in November 2020 and a single entry in the EPC database dated July 2020.
We combine this information with that of neighbouring properties to estimate the property attributes and values.
The local information is scored as 3 out of 5 and is considered of medium accuracy.
Price Range & Condition
In very good condition, we estimate 7, Melrose Gardens, Houghton Le Spring would be worth £174,483, with a potential rental value of £1,105 per month.
If substantial cosmetic improvements are needed, the estimated sale value falls to £154,542, with a rental value of £979 per month.
The extent to which decoration affects a property's value depends on its type, size and location.
Plot Size
7, Melrose Gardens, Houghton Le Spring occupies a 451 m2 plot as recorded by HM Land Registry.
All 28 other houses in this postcode have recorded plot sizes, and this one ranks as the 6th largest.
Energy Efficiency
7, Melrose Gardens, Houghton Le Spring has an Energy Performance Rating (EPC) of C. This is based on the most recent assessment, dated 18 Jul 2020.
The property is connected to mains gas and has fully double glazed windows. It is heated using Boiler and radiators, mains gas.
Sold Prices
7, Melrose Gardens, Houghton Le Spring last changed hands on 11th November 2020, selling for £165,000. The transaction was logged as a leasehold house by HM Land Registry.
In total it has sold 3 times since 1995.
The market for similar properties has dropped by 16.0% since November 2020.
- Sold Nov 2020£165,000
- Sold Nov 2020£165,000
- Sold Sep 2015£110,000
Similar Properties Sold Nearby
Land Registry records and our Estate Agent network show 94 sales of comparable properties within 660 metres of 7, Melrose Gardens, Houghton Le Spring across the last 2 years.
Most recently, 10, Hillview Road, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 4SH, a freehold house, sold at £174,000 on the 29th August 2025.
Read more about house prices in DH4.
- Sold Aug 2025£174,000 | 2 Bed House10, Hillview Road, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 4SH10, Hillview Road, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 4SH
- Sold May 2025£173,000 | 3 Bed House12, Hillview Grove, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 4SL12, Hillview Grove, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 4SL
- Sold Dec 2023£125,000 | 3 Bed House5, Hillview Road, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 4SH5, Hillview Road, Houghton Le Spring, DH4 4SH
•Nearby is defined as the radius comprising the nearest 2,000 addresses.
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Location Comparison
Our analysis of the public data ranks 7, Melrose Gardens, Houghton Le Spring as the 23rd largest and the 18th most expensive of the 28 addresses on Melrose Gardens, Houghton Le Spring, DH4.
Against the DH4 postcode district average, it is £4k more expensive than the typical property.
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Schools Nearby
- Newbottle Primary Academy200 m away
- Burnside Academy Inspires1.0 km away
- Shiney Row Primary School1.5 km away
- Kepier1.7 km away
- Farringdon Community Academy3.9 km away
- Hetton Academy4.3 km away
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Public Transport Nearby
- Chester-le-Street|6.3 km away
- Sunderland|8.4 km away
- Seaham|9.2 km away
Available Internet Speeds
Ofcom's latest figures show superfast broadband available in this area.
According to recent data from Ofcom, Superfast Broadband is available in the area.
Risk of Flooding
Environment Agency data suggests this area has a Very Low risk of flooding.
