renting in Newcastle

[MrsMiggins]

Looks like I might be taking a job in the Walker area of Newcastle. Can anyone give me some pointers on which areas I should look at/avoid?

Looking to pay no more than £700 per month, unfurnished, for 2 bedrooms. Less would be better. Would prefer a house not a flat but that wouldn't be a dealbreaker. Need secure parking and a location 5-10 miles from Walker so I can cycle to work.

I know there are a few landlords on here, so if you've got something suitable please get in touch!

[MrsMiggins]

Jesmond and Heaton both look a bit too close. What about the areas surrounding Newcastle? Rural would be OK.

[MrsMiggins]

Yes, but i'm looking for 5-10 miles, not minutes.

[MrsMiggins]

I see what you mean about The Staiths; looks like a nice place to live. Lack of secure parking is a dealbreaker for me though.

[MrsMiggins]

Does it have a garage? It would have to be really nice for me to pay that much.

On a side note, it seems to be really common for rental properties to be a bit rough and ready. I've obviously been looking on Rightmove and Zoopla and many of the pics show grubby walls, dated interiors, disgusting 70s carpets etc. Are people really willing to rent places that look like that? I'm not a snob, but if it's going to be my home I don't expect it to look like a house from an episode of Life on Mars...

[MrsMiggins]

MuZiZZle said:

Sadly not, but the area is very safe, there are some lovely cars parked about and there's never any bother.

It's motorbike security that's driving the need for a garage. It's just too easy to pick a bike up and throw it in a van if it's not garaged.

[MrsMiggins]

Bumping to ask...


Thoughts on these areas?

http://www.onthemarket.com/details/1498609/
http://www.onthemarket.com/details/1652555/
http://www.onthemarket.com/details/1333990/
http://www.onthemarket.com/details/1607965/

[MrsMiggins]

Thanks . Was thinking that staying north of the river would be sensible for when I end up taking the car. I'll take the Longbenton suggestion on board and see what's available.

[MrsMiggins]

Quick one - any thoughts on Westerhope? Got 2 viewings lined up in that area next week.

[MrsMiggins]

Thanks for the tip!