Summary
**first floor apartment**two bedrooms**secure entry system**allocated parking**sought after location**
Pattinson Estate agents are excited to welcome to the market this impressive two bed apartment located in the popular location of Harwood Drive, Mulberry Park, the apartment is situated on the first floor of this complex. Conveniently located within easy access of local shops, other amenities, an array of popular local schools, great public transport and major road links via the A690. Also within a short drive to Houghton Le Spring Town Centre, Rainton Meadows Nature Reserve, Sunderland and Durham City Centre's.
The apartment has a spacious and stylish layout through-out, in brief the property consists- secure door entry into the building, apartment entrance/hallway, open plan lounge/kitchen area, two bedrooms and a three piece family bathroom. Externally there is an allocated parking bay and 'visitor parking' bays.
Early viewings come highly recommended to take advantage this spacious apartment, please call out Houghton branch to arrange a viewing.
Tenant Referencing Criteria:
Pattinson will undertake referencing checks on all applicants over the age of 18 wishing to move into a rental property. As part of this process, we will undertake:
- A credit check to ensure each applicant does not have any adverse credit such as CCJs (County Court Judgements).
- An affordability assessment to ensure applicant's income will sufficiently cover the rental payments.
- To pass the affordability check, each applicant's gross annual basic income (including benefits and pensions) must be at least 30 times the monthly rental amount (36 times for Ellinson properties). Eg If the rent is 500 pcm, applicants would need to earn 15,000 as an annual pension or basic salary (excluding commission/bonus) before tax or other deductions were made.
- Each applicant's affordability is assessed individually against the criteria. However, couples who have previously co-habited, are married or are in a civil partnership will have their incomes combined and assessed jointly.
- Self- will require an accountant's reference and should have accounts for a minimum of two years.
- Employment checks to confirm your start date, salary and if your position is permanent.
- Homeownership checks (only if you are a homeowner) confirming your mortgage payments are up to date.
- A Landlord reference (if you are currently residing in rented accommodation) confirming you have abided by the terms of the lease. This will check that the rent was paid on time and in full, there was no antisocial behaviour and the property was looked after in an appropriate manner.
- Right to rent' id checks.
If you do not meet the requirement, you will require A homeowner guarantor.
Council Tax Band: A
Deposit: 795.00
Building Entrance
The building entrance benefits from a secure entry system and stairs to each floor.
Apartment Entrance
The apartment entrance leading to the hallway, which gives access to each room.
Lounge (3.31m x 4.96m)
Spacious lounge with carpet flooring, radiator, a double glazed front aspect window and French doors with a Juliet balcony. The lounge also gives open flow access to the kitchen.
Kitchen Area (2.84m x 2.60m)
Fitted kitchen benefiting from a range of upper and lower units with contrasting worksurfaces with matching up-stands, a composite sink unit, plumbing for a washing machine and an integrated oven with a gas hob. Laminate flooring, a radiator and a double glazed front aspect window.
Bedroom One (2.65m x 3.67m)
Double bedroom with carpet flooring, a walk-in wardrobe, radiator and a double glazed window.
Bedroom One Walk-In Wardrobe (2.23m x 1.50m)
Convenient wardrobe with laminate flooring, a radiator and a double glazed window.
Bedroom Two (2.66m x 2.34m)
Second bedroom with carpet flooring, radiator and a double glazed window.
Bathroom (2.08m x 1.65m)
Three piece bathroom benefiting from a paneled bath with an overhead shower, hand wash basin and W.C. Laminate flooring, partly tiled walls, radiator and a double glazed window.
External
Externally there is an allocated parking bay and numerous 'visitor parking' bays.71:T1384,Summary**first floor apartment**two bedrooms**secure entry system**allocated parking**sought after location**
Pattinson Estate agents are excited to welcome to the market this impressive two bed apartment located in the popular location of Harwood Drive, Mulberry Park, the apartment is situated on the first floor of this complex. Conveniently located within easy access of local shops, other amenities, an array of popular local schools, great public transport and major road links via the A690. Also within a short drive to Houghton Le Spring Town Centre, Rainton Meadows Nature Reserve, Sunderland and Durham City Centre's.
The apartment has a spacious and stylish layout through-out, in brief the property consists- secure door entry into the building, apartment entrance/hallway, open plan lounge/kitchen area, two bedrooms and a three piece family bathroom. Externally there is an allocated parking bay and 'visitor parking' bays.
Early viewings come highly recommended to take advantage this spacious apartment, please call out Houghton branch to arrange a viewing.
Tenant Referencing Criteria:
Pattinson will undertake referencing checks on all applicants over the age of 18 wishing to move into a rental property. As part of this process, we will undertake:
- A credit check to ensure each applicant does not have any adverse credit such as CCJs (County Court Judgements).
- An affordability assessment to ensure applicant's income will sufficiently cover the rental payments.
- To pass the affordability check, each applicant's gross annual basic income (including benefits and pensions) must be at least 30 times the monthly rental amount (36 times for Ellinson properties). Eg If the rent is 500 pcm, applicants would need to earn 15,000 as an annual pension or basic salary (excluding commission/bonus) before tax or other deductions were made.
- Each applicant's affordability is assessed individually against the criteria. However, couples who have previously co-habited, are married or are in a civil partnership will have their incomes combined and assessed jointly.
- Self- will require an accountant's reference and should have accounts for a minimum of two years.
- Employment checks to confirm your start date, salary and if your position is permanent.
- Homeownership checks (only if you are a homeowner) confirming your mortgage payments are up to date.
- A Landlord reference (if you are currently residing in rented accommodation) confirming you have abided by the terms of the lease. This will check that the rent was paid on time and in full, there was no antisocial behaviour and the property was looked after in an appropriate manner.
- Right to rent' id checks.
If you do not meet the requirement, you will require A homeowner guarantor.
Council Tax Band: A
Deposit: 795.00Building EntranceThe building entrance benefits from a secure entry system and stairs to each floor.Apartment EntranceThe apartment entrance leading to the hallway, which gives access to each room.Lounge (3.31m x 4.96m)Spacious lounge with carpet flooring, radiator, a double glazed front aspect window and French doors with a Juliet balcony. The lounge also gives open flow access to the kitchen.Kitchen Area (2.84m x 2.60m)Fitted kitchen benefiting from a range of upper and lower units with contrasting worksurfaces with matching up-stands, a composite sink unit, plumbing for a washing machine and an integrated oven with a gas hob. Laminate flooring, a radiator and a double glazed front aspect window.Bedroom One (2.65m x 3.67m)Double bedroom with carpet flooring, a walk-in wardrobe, radiator and a double glazed window.Bedroom One Walk-In Wardrobe (2.23m x 1.50m)Convenient wardrobe with laminate flooring, a radiator and a double glazed window.Bedroom Two (2.66m x 2.34m)Second bedroom with carpet flooring, radiator and a double glazed window.Bathroom (2.08m x 1.65m)Three piece bathroom benefiting from a paneled bath with an overhead shower, hand wash basin and W.C. Laminate flooring, partly tiled walls, radiator and a double glazed window.ExternalExternally there is an allocated parking bay and numerous 'visitor parking' bays.72:Te2c,Holding Fees are calculated on a sliding scale:
Rent of £100 - £199pcm = £20 Holding Fee
Rent of £200 - £299pcm = £45 Holding Fee
Rent of £300 - £399pcm = £65 Holding Fee
Rent of £400 - £499pcm = £90 Holding Fee
Rent of £500 - £599pcm = £115 Holding Fee
Rent of £600 - £699pcm = £135 Holding Fee
Rent of £700 - £799pcm = £160 Holding Fee
Rent of £800 - £899pcm = £180 Holding Fee
Rent of £900 - £999pcm = £200 Holding Fee
Rent of over £1000pcm = £230 Holding Fee
The holding fee is non refundable in the eventuality that you withdraw from the process, fail the right to rent checks, provide false or misleading information, or fail to provide requested information within 15 days of the holding deposit being paid. The holding fee will go towards the move-in monies (rent) on successful applications. We will provide you with our referencing criteria when you apply for a property or upon request. Before moving into the property you would need to pay the first month's rent and tenancy deposit (normally a month's rent + £25). Eg If the rent was £500pcm then the deposit would be £525.
Alternatively, instead of paying a deposit you can purchase a 'Reposit'; a deposit replacement product that allows tenants to pay a non-refundable fee equal to one week's worth of rent (inc VAT). There is a £30 annual renewal charge if you stay in the property beyond the first 12 months. You remain liable for the full cost of any breach of your tenancy agreement, but benefit from not paying the lump sum deposit upfront. You must pass referencing to be eligible for this product. T&C apply.
A higher rent may be required where the landlord agrees to the tenant having a pet. Not all landlords will consider pets so this should be confirmed with us prior to viewing. As a general rule blocks of flats will not allow pets under the terms of the lease. All negotiations and payments are subject to contract. Please note that we require identification and proof of address from anyone over the age of 18 who will be occupying the property. This should be a passport with a utility bill dated within the last 3 months (a full list of acceptable id is listed on the government website under 'Right To Rent').
Rental properties are dealt with on a first come, first served basis so be quick to avoid disappointment! We have client money protection (RICS) and are members of The Property Ombudsman Scheme.
Potential Costs During The Tenancy:
- Unpaid Rent - Interest at 3% above the Bank of England Base Rate from Rent Due Date until paid in order to pursue non-payment of rent. Levied when the rent is more than 14 days in arrears.
- Lost Key(s) or other Security Device(s) - Tenants are liable for the actual cost of replacing any lost key(s) or other security device(s).
- Variation of Contract (Tenants Request) - £50 (inc. VAT) per agreed variation.
- Early Termination (Tenants Request) - Should the tenant wish to leave their contract early (and where the landlord agrees to this early vacation), the tenant shall be liable for the landlords costs in re-letting the property as well as all rent due under the tenancy until the start date of the replacement tenancy. These costs will be no more than the maximum amount of rent outstanding on the tenancy.
- Company Lets - Our fee (payable on move in) is half of one months rent + VAT (60% of one months rent) subject to a minimum of £300 + VAT (£360) to cover the costs associated with processing the application, referencing and arranging the tenancy agreement.