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See how verdicts work2-bedroom flat · OL7 0QJ
Listing removedReduced £10k (−7.7%) on 21 JunListed 208 days
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About
**photos uploaded on Thursday** An inviting first-floor apartment boasting two generous double bedrooms and panoramic views over the Portland Basin canal.
Imagine waking up with a coffee in hand, watching canal boats drift by and wildlife unfold right outside your window.
This well-maintained, move-in-ready home comes with no vendor chain, making it an ideal purchase for buyers seeking a straightforward, hassle-free move.
This property is perfect for commuters: The M60 motorway is just a 5-minute drive away, and Ashton Town Centre’s train, bus, and tram stations are all within a 10-minute stroll.
Ashton Snipe and Retail Park are conveniently close, with a range of local amenities, trendy bars, and restaurants within walking distance.
Step outside your front door and you’re straight onto the canal for leisure walks or scenic bike rides. Accessibility is simple with intercom security entry to the first floor.
Inside, the apartment is well presented, spacious, and features an efficient electric central heating system.
There are storage cupboards in the hallway and a generous open-plan kitchen-diner lounge with a Juliet balcony overlooking the canal.
An added bonus is a dedicated parking space, with visitor parking available.
Ground rent and service charges are a modest combined monthly cost of £151.19, making this home very affordable to maintain.
Key features: Two double bedrooms Panoramic canal views with Juliet balcony Open-plan kitchen-diner lounge Intercom security entry on the first floor Electric central heating Storage cupboards in the hallway Parking space + visitor parking Ground rent and service charge: £151.19 per month (one-off combined figure) No vendor chain; move-in ready and well maintained Excellent commuter links: 5 minutes to M60; 10 minutes to Ashton Town Centre stations Close to Ashton Snipe, Retail Park, amenities, bars, and restaurants Direct canal access for leisure walks and cycling General Information Viewing and contact details: Book a viewing now directly via Rightmove Or visit Or call our buyers team on This is a superb opportunity to secure a well-kept, stylish home with a premium canal-side backdrop and excellent access to transport and local amenities.
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Property Ownership Information Tenure Leasehold Council Tax Band B Annual Ground Rent No ground rent Ground Rent Review Period No review period Annual Service Charge £1,814.28 Service Charge Review Period No review period Lease End Date 01/11/2154 Property Description Disclaimer This is a general description of the property only, and is not intended to constitute part of an offer or contract.
It has been verified by the seller(s), unless marked as "draft".
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All information should be checked by your solicitor prior to exchange of contracts. Successful buyers will be required to complete anti-money laundering and proof of funds checks.
Our partner, Lifetime Legal Limited, will carry out the initial checks on our behalf. The current non-refundable cost is £80 inc. VAT per offer.
You’ll need to pay this to Lifetime Legal and complete all checks before we can issue a memorandum of sale.
The cost includes obtaining relevant data and any manual checks and monitoring which might be required, and includes a range of benefits.
Purplebricks will receive some of the fee taken by Lifetime Legal to compensate for its role in providing these checks.
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About 23, Welbeck Street South, Ashton-under-Lyne
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