Westbourne Road, Sunderland

Spacious 4-Bedroom Mid-Terrace House Adjacent to University Campus – Ideal Investment Opportunity

Nestled just off Chester Road, this generous two-storey residence is perfectly positioned for investors. Located around the corner from the University of Sunderland City Campus and a short stroll from Sunderland Royal Hospital, it boasts four well-proportioned bedrooms (two doubles and one single in the large loft space), two bathrooms, and versatile living areas. Currently let at £1,500 pcm, it offers both strong immediate returns and long-term appeal in a proven rental hotspot.

Property Overview

Bedrooms:
Loft Bedroom 1: large double
Loft Bedroom 2: single
Loft Bedroom 3: large double
Bathrooms: one in loft, one ground-floor family bath with over-bath shower

Living Space (Ground Floor):
Entrance hallway with cream tiled floors
Study/snug/bedroom (5th bedroom option)
Spacious front lounge (currently used as a bedroom) with bay window and laminate flooring
Rear lounge/living room, laminate flooring

Kitchen: Galley-style with full range of wall and base units, laminate worktops, subway tiled splashbacks, fitted oven and hob—showing wear and potentially needing modernisation

Utility: Rear vestibule with storage cupboard and external access

Garden/Yard: Large private yard with potential to accommodate off-street parking

Condition Notes: Historic ceiling damage in kitchen, minor roof leak

For Investors
Tenant Target: Ideal for student or hospital staff tenancy due to proximity to University City Campus and Sunderland Royal Hospital—both highly desirable in the rental market.

Future Potential: Yard offers scope for off-road parking addition, enhancing rental appeal and possible rent increase.

Local Amenities
University of Sunderland City Campus:

Key facilities within a few minutes’ walk: gym/leisure centre “CitySpace”, the Gateway student services hub, The Studio Café, library and media centres

Sunderland Royal Hospital:
Approx. 0.6 miles away (~12-15 min walk or 3-8 min bus ride), offering comprehensive acute and specialist services

Public Parks & Culture:
Mowbray Park (“Best in Britain” Green Flag site), Sunderland Museum & Winter Gardens, and the glass-fronted National Glass Centre are all within walking distance

Schools:
Diamond Hall Junior & Infant Academies and St Mary’s Catholic Primary (all ~0.6mi; most Ofsted-rated as ‘Good’)
St Anthony’s Girls’ Catholic Academy (~0.5 miles; Ofsted 'Good') for secondary

Transport Links
Rail: Sunderland station is ~0.5 miles (~10 min walk) providing regular services across the North East
Metro: University Metro and St Peter’s stations are roughly 4 mins (metro) to 34 mins (walking) away
Bus Connections: Nearby stops (Hylton Road-Trimdon Street, University of Sunderland, Chester Road-University) serve multiple routes (2, 8, 8A, 10, 11, 16, 20, X24 etc.), ideal for easy access to city, hospital, campus, and regional links


Factual Data
Detail Information
EPC Rating Current: C (72); Potential: C (80)
Tenure Freehold
Council Tax Band A (~£1,395/year)
Built Circa 1900–1929
Floor Area Circa 1,227ft² / 120m²
Flood Risk Negligible; Surface Water Risk: Low
Connectivity Mobile: all networks; Broadband: Standard 8?Mbps, Superfast 40?Mbps

Summary
5 Westbourne Road is a generous and adaptable home offering a solid rental income and excellent long-term growth potential. With its unbeatable location—adjacent to the University City Campus and Sunderland Royal Hospital—plus access to thriving local amenities and solid transport links, it presents a compelling opportunity for both immediate rental returns and future asset appreciation.