Sunderland’s real estate scene in September witnessed interesting transactions, notably homes that sold below their initial listing prices.

Among the 162 residential properties changing hands, a select few stood out for their significant price differences, offering buyers advantageous deals in the market. Here’s an exclusive look at the top 10 homes that fetched prices notably lower than their initial asking rates.

The homes listed below encompass different types of property: terraced houses, semi-detached houses, detached houses and flats, all of which had their deeds filed with the Land Registry during the month of September, irrespective of whether they were sold prior to this period.

10. £9950 (2%) below asking – detached house on Sea View Road

This detached house at Sea View Road in the SR2 postcode area has new owners. It was initially listed for £399,950 and settled at £390,000 after it had been on the market for seven months and 19 days, undergoing a 2% price reduction to reach its eventual selling price. The living area totals 2,249 sqft and the price per sqft ended up at £173. The property comprises four bedrooms and two bathrooms, and the property holds a D energy efficiency rating. The sale was finalised on 25 July.

9. £9950 (4%) below asking – semi-detached house on Hanby Gardens

With three bedrooms and one bathroom and a D energy efficiency rating, this semi-detached house at Hanby Gardens in the SR3 postcode area, changed hands. Originally listed for £239,950, it sold at £230,000 after a 4% reduction in price after it had been on the market for seven days. The transfer of ownership was completed on 15 August. The home has a living area of 979 sqft and the eventual price per sqft was £235.

8. £9950 (6%) below asking – semi-detached house on Sandringham Crescent

This semi-detached house in Sandringham Crescent in St Chad’s has new owners. It was initially listed for £164,950 and settled at £155,000 after it had been on the market for two months and three days, undergoing a 6% price reduction to reach its eventual selling price. The living area totals 785 sqft and the price per sqft ended up at £197. The property offers two bedrooms and one bathroom and the energy efficiency of the property is rated D. The sale was finalised on 8 August.

7. £10,000 (3%) below asking – detached house on Kimberley

A detached house at Kimberley in the NE38 postcode area also has new owners. Initially listed for £360,000, it settled at £350,000, marking a 3% price reduction to reach its eventual selling price. It remained on the market for a duration of four months and six days. Covering 1,474 sqft, the property’s price per sqft ended up at £237. The property has four bedrooms and three bathrooms and the energy efficiency of the property is rated C. The sale was settled on 20 August.

6. £10,000 (4%) below asking – detached house on Bradwell Way

The sale of the detached house at Bradwell Way in the DH4 postcode area was finalised on July 23. It was originally listed for £270,000 and was sold for £260,000, displaying a 4% price reduction. The home has a living area of 1,097 sqft and the price per sqft settled at £237. The property consists of four bedrooms and two bathrooms, and the property has an energy efficiency rating of C.

5. £10,000 (4%) below asking – terraced house on East Grange

Listed at £260,000, this detached house at East Grange in the SR5 postcode area settled at £250,000 after 29 days on the market, reflecting a 4% price reduction. Spanning 1,171 sqft, the property’s price per sqft was £213. Featuring three bedrooms and one bathroom and a D energy efficiency rating, the transfer of ownership was completed on 8 August.

4. £13,950 (10%) below asking – semi-detached house on Langhurst

This semi-detached house at Langhurst in the SR2 postcode area has new owners. It was initially listed for £134,950 and settled at £121,000 after it had been on the market for 21 days, undergoing a 10% price reduction to reach its eventual selling price. The living area totals 775 sqft and the price per sqft ended up at £156. The property offers two bedrooms and two bathrooms and the energy efficiency of the property is rated C. The sale was settled on 28 July.

3. £15,000 (4%) below asking – semi-detached house on Thornholme Road

Listed at £425,000, this detached house at Thornholme Road in the SR2 postcode area settled at £410,000 after 4 months on the market, reflecting a 4% price reduction. Spanning 1,937 sqft, the property’s price per sqft was £212. Featuring five bedrooms and one bathroom and a D energy efficiency rating, the transfer of ownership was completed on 31 July.

2. £15,000 (13%) below asking – semi-detached house on Coach Road Estate

The sale of the semi-detached house at Coach Road Estate in the NE37 postcode area was finalised on July 29. It was originally listed for £115,000 and was sold for £100,000 after it had been on the market for 14 days, displaying a 13% price reduction. The home has a living area of 850 sqft and the price per sqft settled at £118. The property comprises three bedrooms, and the property holds a C energy efficiency rating.

1. £25,000 (8%) below asking – detached house on Floral Dene

With three bedrooms and one bathroom and a C energy efficiency rating, this detached house at Floral Dene in St Anne’s, changed hands. Originally listed for £310,000, it sold at £285,000 after a 8% reduction in price after it had been on the market for eight months and 23 days. The transfer of ownership was completed on 8 August. The home has a living area of 1,517 sqft and the eventual price per sqft was £188.