1-bedroom flat · NR2 3PA
For saleListed 38 days
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About
Located towards the Earlham Road end of Recreation Road, this fantastic one-bedroom first-floor apartment offers well-presented and practical accommodation, making it an excellent choice for a first-time buyer or buy-to-let investor.
The property is accessed via a communal entrance, leading Up to the first floor then into a private entrance hall with useful storage, plus fitted kitchen and spacious lounge/diner, which enjoys a pleasant outlook over the generous communal rear gardens.
There is also a well-proportioned double bedroom and a bathroom fitted with an electric shower over the bath. Further benefits include double glazing and gas central heating.
Externally, the property enjoys attractive communal gardens to the rear, while a single garage located on a nearby block provides secure parking. Additional on-road permit parking is also available.
With its convenient location, generous accommodation and excellent investment potential, this apartment is sure to appeal to a wide range of buyers.
An early viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate what this property has to offer.
Location Set south of Norwich, Recreation Road enjoys a highly desirable position within the much-admired Golden Triangle, and this apartment is located just across the road from Earlham Shopping Centre, which offers a great range of amenities, including a supermarket, cafés, and local shops.
This area strikes a superb balance between city living and neighbourhood charm, combining the energy of the city centre with a warm and welcoming residential atmosphere.
Residents benefit from excellent green spaces nearby, with Heigham Park just around the corner, offering mature lawns, tennis courts, and peaceful walkways, ideal for leisurely strolls.
A little further afield is the enchanting Plantation Garden, a beautifully restored Victorian garden featuring terraces, woodland paths, and intricate architectural details, providing the perfect setting for relaxation and inspiration.
For day-to-day living, the area is well served by a variety of independent cafés, pubs, and shops, particularly along Unthank Road, creating a village-like feel within the city.
Excellent transport links are another major advantage, with regular bus services providing quick access to the city centre and connections to destinations further afield, including Cambridge and London.
Families will appreciate the proximity to highly regarded schools, while students and professionals benefit from being close to both the University of East Anglia and the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital.
The area also enjoys a strong sense of community, with regular local events, neighbourhood initiatives, and a friendly, welcoming atmosphere.
Anti Money Laundering By law, we are required to conduct anti-money laundering checks on all potential buyers and sellers, and we take this responsibility very seriously.
In line with hmrc guidelines, our trusted partner, Coadjute, will securely manage these checks on our behalf.
Once an offer is accepted (subject to contract), Coadjute will send a secure link for you to complete the biometric checks electronically.
A non-refundable fee of £45+ VAT per person will apply for these checks, and Coadjute will handle the payment for this service.
These anti-money laundering checks must be completed before we can send the memorandum of sale to the solicitors to confirm the sale.
Notice Please note that we have not tested any apparatus, equipment, fixtures, fittings or services and as so cannot verify that they are in working order or fit for their purpose.
Pymm & Co cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information provided. This is provided as a guide to the property and an inspection of the property is recommended.
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