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See how verdicts work1-bedroom flat · CH1 3BB
For saleListed 32 days
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About
A beautifully presented 1 bed apartment in the city centre and a short walk to Chester Train Station. This home benefits open plan living, situated on the second floor with a separate utility room.
This property briefly comprises; entrance hall leading through to the bright and spacious open plan living area which has plenty of space for a lounge area, dining and kitchen.
There is a large master bedroom which comfortably fits a wardrobe and set of drawers.
There is a bathroom with window and towel rail and a separate utility room for mega flow boiler, washing machine and storage.
There is the option of residential parking Located just a short few minutes’ walk from Chester city centre and even closer to the train station, meaning you are on the doorstep of all the amenities, bars and restaurants it has to offer.
You are also right by the canal for lovely walks as well as Waitrose being very close by.
The property is part of the 'Affordable Home Scheme' and being offered at a discounted 80% of the market value to own 100% of the apartment with no rent payable on the remaining 20%.
Prospective buyers need to meet the criteria of having a local connection to the area and not for investors.
Please note that an aml fee is chargeable to the buyer once an offer is accepted, to cover the cost of carrying out the required identity and anti-money laundering checks.
Once these checks have been completed, the fee cannot be refunded, even if the property purchase does not go ahead.
Value & comps
No previous sales on record.
Returns
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About 225, Queens Road, Cheshire
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