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See how verdicts work2-bedroom flat · CB1 7AY
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About
A bright & airy apartment, enjoying a quiet, central cul-de-sac position with private views to the front & rear. The property is equidistant from both Addenbrooke's & Cambridge Station.
Conveniently located close to the local shops, this light & energy efficient apartment benefits from a superb position within this friendly community set just off Cherry Hinton Rd.
The apartment has lovely views over well-tended communal gardens & a dual aspect living space, as well as a refitted kitchen.
The accommodation comprises an entrance hall with a useful storage cupboard.
There are 2 double bedrooms & a bathroom which has been finished with a white suite, complemented by a heated towel rail & part tiled walls.
The master bedroom also includes a generous built-in storage cupboard. The living room benefits from a dual aspect & has a large floor-to-ceiling window overlooking the front of the property.
Adjoining the dining area is a kitchen which has been fitted with a stylish range of base & wall mounted units; integrated appliances include a oven & electric hob with extractor fan.
The excellent location of the apartment, overall condition & abundance of natural light demands an early viewing. The property is approached via a tarmac driveway with ample on street parking .
Residents have use of a large shared bike store at the end of Lilac Ct. The block is entered by a communal entrance door which is located opposite a shared bin store.
A set of stairs provide access to the first-floor on which the property is located, along with a large storage cupboard adjacent to the entrance.
The property is share-of-freehold with 934 years left on the lease, no ground rent & a service charge of £1500 per annum towards the upkeep of communal areas.
22 Lilac Ct forms part of a popular residential area, close to some of the city's finest schools, leisure facilities, shops & eateries.
It is within striking distance of Cambridge Station & Addenbrooke's (1.1 miles), Arm & the University.
Value & comps
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Returns
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