3-bedroom house · CB1 7ST
For saleReduced £50k (−9.1%) on 15 OctListed 112 days
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About
A beautifully presented three-bedroom mid-terrace home, originally built in the 1920s, offering a wonderful blend of character, modern upgrades and exceptional energy efficiency.
Having undergone a comprehensive programme of improvements in recent years, the property benefits from driveway parking for two vehicles, an EV charging point, fully owned solar panels with battery storage, and an impressive EPC rating of B, making it an ideal home for modern family living.
The accommodation begins with a welcoming entrance hall leading to a bright bay-fronted dining room, retaining the charm of the property's original era.
To the rear, the spacious living room enjoys views over the garden and provides an excellent space for both relaxing and entertaining.
The separate kitchen, re-done in 2024, is well-appointed with ample storage and worktop space, while a useful external WC adds further practicality.
Upstairs, the property offers three well-proportioned bedrooms, all served by a contemporary shower room.
The fully boarded loft, complete with ladder and lighting, provides excellent additional storage with scope for a variety of uses.
Outside, the property enjoys a private, low-maintenance rear garden, while to the front, there is off-road parking for two vehicles, together with an EV charging point.
Significant improvements include a new roof installed in 2022, fully owned solar panels and battery storage installed in 2023, external rendering and cladding completed in 2020, creating a home that is both attractive and economical to run.
Holbrook Road is a highly regarded residential street situated within the popular Romsey area of Cambridge.
The property is ideally positioned for Cambridge Railway Station, Addenbrooke's Hospital, the Biomedical Campus and the city centre, while Mill Road's vibrant range of independent cafés, restaurants and shops are all within easy reach.
Excellent transport links, cycle routes and well-regarded local schools make this a particularly desirable location for families and professionals alike.
EPC Rating: B Location Holbrook Road is a highly regarded residential street situated within the popular Romsey area of Cambridge.
The property is ideally positioned for Cambridge Railway Station, Addenbrooke's Hospital, the Biomedical Campus and the city centre, while Mill Road's vibrant range of independent cafés, restaurants and shops are all within easy reach.
Excellent transport links, cycle routes and well-regarded local schools make this a particularly desirable location for families and professionals alike. Rear Garden Low maintenance
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