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See how verdicts work3-bedroom house · CM1 1SS
Sold STCListed 163 days
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About
Situated in the heart of Chelmsford City Centre, this beautifully presented three-bedroom duplex apartment offers spacious and versatile accommodation arranged over two floors, making it an ideal purchase for families, professionals, or investors alike.
Combining character features with modern living, the property is perfectly positioned within walking distance of highly regarded schools, universities, local amenities, and excellent transport links.
Upon entering the property, you are welcomed by a generous entrance hall complete with an airing cupboard and access to the principal accommodation.
The modern fitted kitchen is well equipped with an electric hob and oven, a range of wall and base units, and space for both a fridge freezer and washing machine.
The bright and airy lounge/diner provides an excellent entertaining and living space, enhanced by three attractive sash windows allowing an abundance of natural light to flood the room.
The lower level further benefits from two well-proportioned bedrooms alongside a contemporary family bathroom.
Occupying the upper floor is the impressive master bedroom suite, featuring a walk-in wardrobe and a private en-suite shower room, creating a superb principal retreat.
Externally, the property benefits from one allocated off-road parking space and a long lease, adding further appeal and practicality.
Ideally located, the property enjoys easy access to Chelmsford City Centre?s extensive range of shopping, dining, and leisure facilities, as well as nearby green open spaces.
The apartment is also within walking distance of the highly sought-after Chelmsford County High School for Girls and King Edward VI Grammar School.
For commuters, Chelmsford railway station provides direct services to London Liverpool Street in under an hour, whilst the nearby A12 offers convenient road connections to surrounding towns and cities.
Early internal viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate the accommodation and location on offer.
Palmer & Partners would strongly advise arranging a viewing at the earliest opportunity to avoid disappointment.
Entrance Hall Kitchen 2.68 x 2.1 Lounge Diner 2.1 x 4.9 Bedroom 2 2.9 x 4.0 Bedroom 3 2.1 x 2.9 Bathroom First Floor Landing Bedroom 1 3.8 x 3.6 Ensuite Shower Room Walk-in Wardrobe
Value & comps
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Returns
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About Broomfield Road, Chelmsford, Essex, CM1
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