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See how verdicts work1-bedroom house · SS4 1DS
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About
Horizon Estate Agents are pleased to bring to the sales property market this very well maintained one bedroom ground floor retirement apartment.
Situated in the popular complex of Lucam Lodge and being close to Rochford Square, bus routes and Rochford Train Station.
The property has a bedroom, shower room and open plan lounge/diner and fitted kitchen The lounge has access to a small patio and communal gardens.
There is no onward chain with this property and internal viewing is strongly recommended to appreciate this property and the complex.
Entrance Door To: - Hallway - Carpeted, electric heater, textured ceiling, two built in storage cupboards, doors off: Shower Room - Three piece suite comprising close coupled WC, vanity unit with inset wash hand basin, walk in double enclosed shower cubicle with wall mounted shower, part tiled walls, vinyl flooring, textured ceiling, extractor fan.
Bedroom - 3.48m x 2.67m (11'5 x 8'9) - UPVC double glazed window to rear aspect, carpeted and textured ceiling.
Lounge - 2.84m x 5.23m (9'4 x 17'2) - UPVC double glazed windows and doors to rear aspect, carpeted, electric heater, textured ceiling, opens to: Kitchen - 1.75m x 2.59m (5'9 x 8'6) - UPVC double glazed window to rear aspect, modern fitted kitchen comprising base and eye level units with work surfaces with inset stainless steel sink and drainer.
Part tiled walls, textured ceiling and extractor fan. Rear Garden - Commences with small patio area and the rest of the area is laid to lawn and communal. Gate leading to park.
Communal Areas - This complex has the benefit of communal parking, gardens, lounge, kitchen, laundry room and guest suite.
Additional Information - Tenure: Leasehold Council: Rochford District Council Council Tax Band: A Service Charge: £250.46 per month Ground Rent: £10 per month Agents Note - We recommend our customers use our panel of Conveyancers.
It is your decision whether you choose to deal with our panel of Conveyancers but you are under no obligation to do so.
You should know that we would receive a referral fee of £150 per transaction from them for recommending you to them.
Should you arrange a Mortgage through our recommended mortgage advisor, of which there is no obligation.
We will receive a commission fee, the amount of commission will depend on the size of the loan and any associated insurance products that you decide to take.
Value & comps
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