1-bedroom detached house · CM1 2XB
For saleListed 46 days
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About
Guide £190,000 - £200,000 This furnished one-bedroom flat is offered for sale to investors only, with tenants in place and a reported gross yield of circa 7.9%.
Located on the fringe of Chelmsford city centre, the property is well placed for public transport, local amenities and nearby green spaces.
The accommodation comprises an open-plan living & kitchen area, double bedroom and a shower room. The property also comes with one allocated parking space.
Rainsford Road is within easy reach of Chelmsford city centre, where a wide range of shops, cafés, restaurants and leisure facilities can be found.
Central Park and Admirals Park are both accessible nearby, offering riverside walks, open lawns and sports facilities.
Chelmsford railway station is approximately a short walk away, providing regular services to London Liverpool Street, typically in around 35 minutes, as well as connections towards Colchester and Ipswich.
Lease details provided by seller Lease length remaining: 118 years Service Charge: £2,226 per annum Ground Rent: £220 per annum agents note: We are legally obliged to carry out Anti Money Laundering checks on behalf of hmrc on persons or companies trying to buy a property through us.
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Disclaimer With approximate measurements these particulars have been prepared in good faith by the selling agent in conjunction with the vendor(s) with the intention of providing a fair and accurate guide to the property.
However, they do not constitute or form part of an offer or contract nor may they be regarded as representations, all interested parties must themselves verify their accuracy.
No tests or checks have been carried out in respect of heating, plumbing, electric installations or any type of appliances which may be included.
Value & comps
No previous sales on record.
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Properties like this can earn 2–3x BTL yields when converted to HMO, with retrofit costs around £10k/room. Sign in to see the full tier, yield projection, and cost breakdown.
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