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Listing removedReduced £10k (−3.8%) on 11 SepListed 196 days
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Charming Two Bedroom Home In Colchester, Ideal First Time Buy ** guide price £270,000 - £280,000 ** This charming two bedroom house in Colchester is an exceptional opportunity for first-time buyers.
Well-maintained and ready for immediate occupation, it boasts a thoughtful layout and modern finishes. The welcoming lounge, positioned to the front, offers a comfortable space for relaxation.
The heart of this home is the modern fitted kitchen, designed with contemporary units, integrated appliances, and generous worktop space. A convenient ground floor cloakroom adds practicality.
Upstairs, two well-proportioned bedrooms await. The master bedroom benefits from built-in wardrobes, while the second bedroom is versatile. A stylish family bathroom serves both.
Externally, an enclosed rear garden provides a private outdoor space, perfect for al fresco dining. Allocated parking to the rear ensures convenience.
This home is truly well presented throughout, reflecting high standards of care. Its appealing features and prime Colchester location, with excellent local amenities, make it an ideal first-time buy.
Early viewing is highly recommended.
Entrance Hallway Entrance door, radiator, stairs rising to the first floor landing Living Room 13'7" x 16'11" Double glazed window to front, radiator, door to: Kitchen 9'10" x 6'1" Double glazed window and door to rear, fitted kitchen with matching wall and base level units with work surfaces over, inset one and a quarter bowel sink with mixer tap over and drainer to side, inset gas hob with extractor over, integrated electric double fan oven, fridge/freezer and washer dryer, radiator, door to: WC 3'2" x 4'9" Close coupled WC, pedestal wash hand basin with mixer taps over, radiator First Floor Landing Airing cupboard, doors leading off Master Bedroom 13'7" x 10' Double glazed windows to front, radiator, built in wardrobes Bedroom Two 7'4" x 10'3" Double glazed window to rear, radiator Bathroom 6'4" x 6'2" Double glazed window to rear, panelled bath with shower and glass shower screen over, pedestal wash hand basin with taps over, close coupled WC Rear Garden Fully enclosed and private, predominantly laid to lawn, gate to rear provides access to allocated parking space Agents note: Anti-Money Laundering (aml) Compliance As part of our commitment to meeting UK Anti-Money Laundering (aml) regulations, Harris + Wood are required by law to confirm the identity of all purchasers before a sale can proceed.
To make this process as straightforward as possible, we work with an independent verification service, Clearcheck, who conduct these checks on our behalf.
A small verification fee applies for each purchaser. These checks must be fully completed and verified before we are able to progress with your purchase.
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About 12 Dickenson Road, Colchester, Essex
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