1-bedroom flat · IP1 3JP
For saleListed 204 days
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About
Offered with no onward chain is this apartment situated in a fine period property adjacent to Christchurch Park with direct access onto a courtyard This one-bedroom lower ground floor apartment is located on the northern fringes of the town centre which offers an excellent range shopping facilities, bars and restaurants.
Along with being offered with no onward chain the apartment has gas central heating and a large communal garden. The accommodation is accessed via an impressive communal hallway.
Upon entering the apartment you head down the stairs into a hallway which has a built-in cupboard.
To the front of the hall is the open-plan sitting/dining room which has a wood effect floor, built-in cupboard and a bay window with French doors opening onto a south-facing courtyard.
There are also two recessed alcoves with built-in shelving.
To the rear of the hall is a kitchen which is well equipped with a range of base units, wall cupboards, work tops, drawers, an understair cupboard and an integrated oven, hob and extractor hood.
The double bedroom has a window to the side and adjacent to this there is a bathroom comprising a basin, WC and bath.
The property is recessed from Fonnereau Road by communal front garden which is predominantly laid to paving with stairs up to the main entrance.
There is also an enclosed south-facing courtyard area for residences to enjoy to the front of this property.
To the rear there is a substantial communal garden which is predominantly laid to lawn with a range of mature trees, flower beds, shrubs and enclosed by a red brick wall.
Location The property is situated on the northern fringes of the town centre adjacent to Christchurch Park which has 86 acres of rolling park land.
Ipswich town centre, with its wide range of shopping amenities and facilities, is located a short distance away as is Ipswich mainline railway station.
Directions Proceed north of Ipswich town centre on Civic Drive and at the roundabout continue straight across into Berners Street.
At the crest of the hill turn right onto Anglesea Road and then right again as the road bends round and joins Fonnereau Road the property will be found a short way down on the left.
Important Information Council Tax Band - A Services - We understand that mains water, drainage, gas and electricity are connected to the property.
Tenure - Leasehold EPC rating - E Our ref - sdg Lease information Length of lease - 171 years valid until 2194 Service charge - approximately £80 pcm Ground rent - £150 per annum Subject to confirmation from the management company and these charges are for the current year and maybe subject to change.
Value & comps
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