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See how verdicts work2-bedroom terraced house · CO1 2UJ
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(Guide Price £300,000 - £315,000) Boydens are pleased to present this beautifully maintained two-bedroom 1930s mid-terrace home, ideally situated within easy reach of Castle Park and Colchester’s vibrant city centre.
Occupying an elevated position, the property benefits from off-road parking for two vehicles to the front.
Steps lead up to a charming double-glazed entrance door featuring stained glass, opening into a welcoming hallway with stairs rising to the first floor.
To the left, a spacious open-plan lounge/diner boasts a bay window that floods the room with natural light.
This inviting space also offers generous storage, including an understairs cupboard and a large storage area.
French doors lead into a well-appointed kitchen, fitted with ample worktop space and storage solutions, and offering a pleasant view of the rear garden.
A downstairs cloakroom adds convenience to the ground floor layout.
Upstairs, the property offers a generously sized principal bedroom featuring two fitted double wardrobes and a separate area, ideal for use as a dressing or vanity space.
The second bedroom also includes fitted wardrobes and enjoys a rear aspect. The contemporary family bathroom comprises a modern white suite with a separate shower enclosure.
This charming and well-presented home would make an excellent purchase for first-time buyers and is offered with no onward chain Located in the heart of Colchester town centre, Roseberry Avenue is within a stone’s throw from the historic Norman castle and its parkland.
A short walk to the centre, which is a busy, thriving hub with a number of independent shops, cultural sites including, galleries and museums, theatres, cinemas, and restaurants.
Colchester Town train station is no more than 10 minutes’ walk away, offering commuters access to London Liverpool Street as well as services operating to the coast.
ENTRANCE HALLWAY - 2'9'' x 4'5'' (0.8m x 1.3m) LIVING ROOM - 23'10'' x 12'8'' (7.3m x 3.9m) STORE ROOM - 6'8'' x 5'9'' (2m x 1.8m) KITCHEN - 7'11'' x 16'3'' (2.4m x 5m) W.C - 2'7'' x 5'10'' (0.8m x 1.8m) LANDING - 2'9'' x 6'10'' (0.8m x 2.1m) BEDROOM - 1 - 10'7'' x 10'10'' (3.2m x 3.3m) STORE ROOM - 3'4'' x 3' (1m x 0.9m) BEDROOM - 2 - 8'9'' x 9' (2.7m x 2.7m) BATHROOM - 7'5'' x 6'9'' (2.3m x 2.1m) AGENT NOTE- Local Authority – Colchester City Council.
Broadband Availability –Ultrafast Broadband available with speeds of up to 220 Mbps (details obtained from Ofcom Mobile and Broadband Checker) – July 2025 Mobile Coverage - It is understood that the best available service in the area is provided by EE with 87% performance.
THREE, O2 and VODAFONE all also cover the area with lower performance ratings.
(details obtained from Ofcom Mobile and Broadband Checker) July 2025 Utilities - Mains Electric / Mains Gas Heating / Mains Water /Mains Sewerage.
Construction Type - We understand the property to be of Traditional Construction of brick.
Flood Risk - Data Taken from Gov.UK Flood Map – checked July 2025 - The property is at a Very Low risk of flooding.
Planning Applications in the Immediate Locality - Checked July 2025 - We are not aware of any planning applications in the immediate locality.
MONEY LAUNDERING REGULATIONS - Please be advised that all purchasers will need to adhere to current laws of money laundering and therefore will need to provide Boydens Estate Agents photographic identification and proof of residency identification before any transaction is started to comply with the legislation.
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