4-bedroom house · CM2 8SY
For saleReduced £25k (−4.3%) on 5 SepListed 111 days
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About
A fantastic opportunity to acquire a home in a highly sought-after Chelmsford location and transform it into something truly special.
Requiring updating and modernisation, the property offers immense potential to reimagine and create a bespoke home tailored to your own tastes and lifestyle.
Properties with such potential in this desirable area are rarely available.
The entrance hall leads to the office/snug and then through to the main hallway and in turn the two reception rooms, kitchen, cloakroom and stairs to the first floor.
The first reception room enjoys an abundance of natural light from the French doors and side windows overlooking the garden.
Retaining several attractive features, including high ceilings, fireplace and decorative cornicing, the generously sized room is versatile in its layout.
The direct access to the garden further enhances the room's appeal and potential. The second reception room is also spacious and well-proportioned.
Featuring high ceilings, decorative coving, rear aspect window and an attractive fireplace with decorative surround, the room retains a wealth of character and period charm.
This reception room leads to the downstairs bathroom. The kitchen has a front aspect window and is a great space with potential to create an impressive kitchen.
On the first floor are the four bedrooms and the family bathroom. Bedroom one is a generously sized double with rear aspect window.
The room benefits from good natural light and features a decorative fireplace, adding character and period charm.
Bedroom two is a spacious double bedroom with a large window overlooking the rear of the property.
Offering excellent proportions and scope for modernisation, the room provides a blank canvas for refurbishment and could be transformed into a comfortable principal or guest bedroom.
Bedrooms three and four are well-proportioned smaller bedrooms. Outside To the front, the property has off-street parking for multiple vehicles.
To the rear, the garden is predominantly laid to lawn and is enclosed by mature hedging and trees, creating a private and attractive outdoor space.
Location Widford Road is located close to Hylands Park, the A414 towards Ongar and is a short drive from the A12. It is also well connected by bus, with a number of bus stops at the end of the road.
Chelmsford City Centre is approximately 1.2 miles distant, with its mainline train station, offering direct access to London's Liverpool Street and an array of shops, bars, restaurants and recreational facilities.
Within close proximity to the property are a selection of shops, Moulsham Street, a 24 hour supermarket, Chelmsford Golf Club and primary and secondary schools.
Directions Please use postcode CM2 8SY for SatNav.
Important Information Council Tax Band – F EPC Rating - D Services - We understand that mains water, gas, drainage and electricity are connected to the property. Tenure - Freehold Our ref - CHE200097
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About 63, Widford Road, Chelmsford
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