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See how verdicts work2-bedroom house · CO4 5YJ
Sold STCReduced £20k (−9.1%) on 26 OctListed 251 days
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THE PROPERTY This delightful two-bedroom duplex apartment was constructed in 2011 as part of the popular Braiswick Park development, and is ideal for London commuters or anybody looking to live close to Braiswick Primary School.
The property occupies the top two floors of a four-storey building and is located on the edge of the development; it enjoys a woodland outlook in two directions and woodland walks on the doorstep.
Access is by a communal hall and stairs. The property has been owner-occupied since 2018 and is well looked after.
The principal kitchen/living space is nicely proportioned and light, thanks to a Juliet balcony and four windows facing two elevations.
Other highlights include a welcoming entrance hall with access to a WC, and two double bedrooms on the floor above which have fitted wardrobes and en-suite shower rooms.
The kitchen is fitted with a double oven, a gas hob, a fitted fridge and freezer and a washing machine.
Furniture and furnishings (including the blinds and curtains) are available subject to separate negotiation. There is one allocated parking space and use of a shared bike store.
LOCATION The property is around a two kilometre walk from Colchester City Centre with the platforms of Colchester North mainline station being only one kilometre from the front door and being a pleasant walk away from main roads; from there services run to the City of London with typical journey times of 50 minutes.
DIRECTIONS Postcode: CO4 5YJ What3Words location: ///suffice.sank.atomic POINTS TO NOTE The property is leasehold – a 125 year lease was issued on 1st January 2011.
Service charge payable: £2,759.16 PA Ground rent payable: £330.00 PA The property is connected to mains water, electricity, sewerage and gas. Council Tax Band B with Colchester City Council.
The sale is subject to the granting of probate. An energy performance assessment has been carried out with results pending: A 2011 assessment of the property provided a B rating.
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If you have any questions, please contact Brooks Leney. These sales details were produced in good faith and are believed to be correct.
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