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For saleReduced £10k (−5%) on 1 OctListed 195 days
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** perfect first time buy ** Link Homes Estate Agents are delighted to offer for sale this well-presented, two-bedroom, first-floor apartment, situated in the sought-after residential area of Parkstone.
The property boasts an array of fine features, including a private ground-floor entrance, two generously sized bedrooms, bedroom one benefiting from a walk-in wardrobe and a separate en-suite, a three-piece family bathroom suite, and a spacious open-plan kitchen / lounge dinning room and off-road parking for one vehicle.
This is a must-view to fully appreciate the accommodation on offer. Victoria Road sits in the heart of the desirable residential area of Parkstone.
Nearby are Sea View and Branksome Retail Park, which offer a range of convenient shops, including John Lewis, Home Bargains, Boots, and an Everlast Gym.
Ashley Road is also within walking distance and provides a variety of useful amenities, such as banks, cafés, fast food restaurants, pubs, supermarkets (including Waitrose), and main bus routes.
Well-regarded schools close by include St John’s Pre-School Nursery, Livingstone Road Infant and Junior Schools, and St Edward’s rc & CofE School.
Just beyond Ashley Road is the popular Ashley Cross, while Parkstone and Branksome train stations are just over a mile away.
Poole and Bournemouth’s award-winning sandy beaches are also only a short drive away.
Entrance Hallway Coved and smooth set ceiling, two ceiling lights, UPVC double glazed frosted front door, power points, consumer unit, wooden balustrades to the first floor, fitted coconut matt and carpeted flooring.
Hallway Downlights, UPVC double glazed window to the front aspect, radiator, power points, smart thermostat, loft hatch (ladder, lighting and partially boarded) and carpeted flooring.
Kitchen Coved and smooth set ceiling, ceiling lights, UPVC double glazed window to the rear aspect, wall and base fitted units, space for a longline fridge/freezer, space for a washing machine, ‘Baxi’ combination boiler, ‘Lamona’ electric hob with stainless steel extractor fan, glass splash back and integrated oven and tiled flooring.
Living Room Coved and smooth set ceiling, ceiling light, smoke alarm, UPVC double glazed window to the front aspect, radiator, power points and carpeted flooring.
Bedroom One Coved ceiling, ceiling light, UPVC double glazed window to the front aspect, radiator, power points, en-suite and carpeted flooring.
Walk-In Wardrobe Coved ceiling, ceiling light, UPVC double glazed window to the rear aspect, radiator, power points and carpeted flooring.
En-Suite Smooth set ceiling, ceiling light, extractor fan, UPVC double glazed frosted window to the rear aspect, toilet, sink with under storage, vanity unit with mirrored front, stainless steel towel rail, walk-in electric shower, part tiled walls and tiled flooring.
Bedroom Two Coved ceiling, ceiling light, UPVC double glazed window to the side and rear aspects, radiator, wall lights, power points, radiator and carpeted flooring.
Bathroom Ceiling light, extractor fan, tiled walls, panelled bath, sink, vanity unit with mirrored front, toilet, built-in storage, radiator and tiled flooring. Parking Allocated parking space.
Useful Information Tenure: Leasehold Lease Length: Approximately 109 years remaining Ground Rent: £250 per annum Service Charge: As and when basis Building insurance is roughly £200 per annum.
Rentals are not permitted Holiday lets are not permitted Pets are permitted subject to the freeholders consent. EPC: C Council Tax Band: B - Approximately £1,866.67 per annum.
Stamp Duty First Time Buyer: £0 Moving Home: £1,700 Additional Property: £12,200
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