2-bedroom house · LA1 5YA
Sold STCListed 80 days
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Location Forest Park is positioned within Lancaster’s popular Marsh area, a well-established residential neighbourhood offering convenient access to both the city centre and surrounding green spaces.
The area is particularly well suited to first-time buyers, professionals and small families, with local shops, schools, bus services and everyday amenities all within easy reach.
Lancaster city centre and the railway station are both within comfortable walking distance, providing access to a wide range of shops, cafés, restaurants, theatres and excellent rail connections.
For those who enjoy the outdoors, Freeman’s Wood and Fairfield Nature Reserve are close by, offering attractive walking routes, open spaces and opportunities to enjoy nature without leaving the city.
The property also enjoys access to nearby communal green space, while road links towards Morecambe, Heysham, the Bay Gateway and Junction 34 of the M6 are readily accessible.
Property Information This well-presented two-bedroom mid-terrace home offers carefully maintained accommodation arranged across two floors.
The entrance opens directly into a bright and generously proportioned living room, where two front-facing windows bring in plenty of natural light.
There is ample space for both seating and dining furniture, while modern décor and lvt flooring create a practical and welcoming finish.
Positioned at the rear, the kitchen is fitted with contemporary grey gloss units, contrasting work surfaces and a mosaic-style tiled splashback.
Space is provided for a range of freestanding appliances, and a rear door leads directly into the garden.
Upstairs, the principal bedroom is a generous double room with windows to two elevations, helping to create a light and airy feel.
Fitted wardrobes, drawers and a built-in desk provide excellent storage and a useful space for working from home.
The second bedroom is also a comfortable double and overlooks the surrounding greenery. The bathroom was updated in 2023 and is finished with floor-to-ceiling tiling.
It includes a modern WC, wash basin with fitted storage and a walk-in shower enclosure.
Outside, the enclosed rear garden has been landscaped for ease of maintenance, with flagstone paving, raised brick-built planting beds and established shrubs.
There is space for outdoor seating and entertaining, together with a substantial pvc shed. A gate provides direct access to the parking area and neighbouring green space.
Material Information Freehold Property Parking: Dedicated parking area to the rear Glazing: UPVC double glazing Chancel repair liability – The property lies within a historic area where chancel repair liability may apply; however, appropriate chancel search insurance is in place.
Key Features Well-presented two-bedroom mid-terrace home Popular Marsh location close to Lancaster city centre Lancaster railway station within walking distance Immediate access to Freeman’s Wood and Fairfield Nature Reserve Bright living and dining room with two front-facing windows Modern grey gloss kitchen with contrasting work surfaces Lvt flooring throughout the ground floor Two generously proportioned double bedrooms Principal bedroom with fitted wardrobes and built-in study area Contemporary shower room updated in 2023 Landscaped rear garden with paved seating areas and raised planters Large pvc storage shed Rear access to parking and neighbouring green space UPVC double glazing throughout Community Garden located at the back of the property EPC Rating: C Location Forest Park is positioned within Lancaster’s popular Marsh area, a well-established residential neighbourhood offering convenient access to both the city centre and surrounding green spaces.
The area is particularly well suited to first-time buyers, professionals and small families, with local shops, schools, bus services and everyday amenities all within easy reach.
Lancaster city centre and the railway station are both within comfortable walking distance, providing access to a wide range of shops, cafés, restaurants, theatres and excellent rail connections.
For those who enjoy the outdoors, Freeman’s Wood and Fairfield Nature Reserve are close by, offering attractive walking routes, open spaces and opportunities to enjoy nature without leaving the city.
The property also enjoys access to nearby communal green space, while road links towards Morecambe, Heysham, the Bay Gateway and Junction 34 of the M6 are readily accessible.
Garden The landscaped, low-maintenance rear garden features paved seating areas, raised brick planters, a large storage shed and gated access to the communal parking and community garden beyond.
Communal Garden The spacious communal garden provides a pleasant shared green space with a broad lawn, mature trees, established planting and room for residents to sit and enjoy the outdoors.
Parking - Allocated Parking Dedicated parking space at the rear of the property. Parking - On Street
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