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See how verdicts work4-bedroom detached house · CO3 3DF
Sold STCListed 117 days
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About
Offered for sale with no onward chain Palmer & Partners are pleased to present this well-proportioned four-bedroom detached family home, offered for sale with no onward chain.
Spread over three levels, including a versatile lower ground floor, this property is ideally located to the south of Colchester, within walking distance of the popular Abbey Fields and the vibrant city centre, offering an array of shops, restaurants, and bars.
This location is perfect for families, with close proximity to highly regarded schools including Philip Morant, Colchester County High School for Girls, and Colchester Royal Grammar School.
Commuters will also appreciate the convenient access to both Colchester Town and North Station, providing direct rail links to London Liverpool Street, as well as easy access to the A12.
The accommodation comprises an entrance hallway leading into a spacious and bright lounge/diner. The kitchen flows through to a separate dining room with patio doors opening out to the rear garden.
The lower ground floor offers a generous bedroom and a bathroom, making it perfect for guests, teenagers, or as a home office space.
On the first floor, you’ll find three further bedrooms, offering ample space for a growing family.
Externally, the property is complemented by a fully enclosed rear garden, mainly laid to lawn with a patio area for outdoor seating. Permit parking is available with this property.
Early internal viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate the flexible living space and superb location on offer.
Entrance Hall Lounge/Diner 10' 1" x 21' 4" Kitchen 7' 4" x 13' 1" Dining Room 7' 7" x 8' 0" Lower Ground Floor Hallway Bedroom Two 10' 6" x 10' 7" Bathroom 7' 7" x 9' 9" First Floor Bedroom One 11' 10" x 10' 4" Bedroom Three 7' 9" x 10' 3" Bedroom Four 6' 10" x 11' 1"
Value & comps
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Returns
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Deal
Properties like this can earn 2–3x BTL yields when converted to HMO, with retrofit costs around £10k/room. Sign in to see the full tier, yield projection, and cost breakdown.
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