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Boydens Estate Agents are delighted to bring to the market this well-presented three-bedroom family home, ideally situated to the south of Colchester within easy reach of St Botolph's Station and the city’s bustling centre.
This modern and spacious link-detached property is accessed via a double-glazed entrance door opening into a welcoming hallway, with stairs rising to the first floor and a convenient ground floor cloakroom.
The kitchen is positioned to the front of the property and offers ample storage and worktop space, complemented by a range of fitted appliances.
To the rear, the property benefits from a spacious lounge/diner, creating an ideal environment for both relaxing and entertaining.
French doors open directly onto the generously sized rear garden, allowing plenty of natural light throughout the space.
Upstairs, there are three well-proportioned bedrooms along with a family bathroom.
Externally, the property provides off-road parking beneath a carport, with gated side access leading to the rear garden, which is mainly laid to lawn and features a patio seating area.
This attractive modern home would make an ideal purchase for a family and is offered to the market chain free.
Garrison Parade is ideally situated on the fringe of Colchester city centre, offering convenient access to a wide range of local amenities.
The property is within close proximity to St Botolph's Station, providing excellent transport links, while the city centre offers an extensive selection of High Street retailers, independent boutiques, cafés, and restaurants.
A variety of supermarkets and everyday amenities are also located just a short drive away.
University of Essex is approximately three miles from the property, making the location ideal for both professionals and students alike.
ENTRANCE HALLWAY - 13'10'' x 6'6'' (4.2m x 2m) W.C - 3'11'' x 7' (1.2m x 2.1m) KITCHEN - 8'9'' x 10'11'' (2.7m x 3.3m) LIVING ROOM - 12'5'' x 17'8'' (3.8m x 5.4m) LANDING - 12'2'' x 7'1'' (3.7m x 2.2m) BATHROOM - 6'4'' x 7'1'' (1.9m x 2.2m) BEDROOM - 1 - 15'9'' x 8' (4.8m x 2.4m) BEDROOM - 2 - 11'4'' x 10'3'' (3.5m x 3.1m) BEDROOM - 3 - 6'6'' x 9'5'' (2m x 2.9m) AGENT NOTE- Local Authority - Colchester City Council.
Broadband Availability - Ultrafast Broadband available with speeds of up to 1800 Mbps (details obtained from Ofcom Mobile and Broadband Checker) - May 2026 Mobile Coverage - It is understood that the best available service in the area is provided by THREE with 81% performance.
VODAFONE, O2 and EE all also cover the area with slightly lower performance ratings.
(details obtained from Ofcom Mobile and Broadband Checker) May 2026 Utilities - Mains Electric /Mains Gas /Mains Water /Mains Sewerage Construction Type - We understand the property to be of Traditional Construction of brick Flood Risk - Data Taken from Gov.UK Flood Map - checked May 2026 - The property is at a low risk of flooding Planning Applications in the Immediate Locality - checked May 2026 - Proposed single storey side extension to 2 Garrison Parade - App Number 260430 MONEY LAUNDERING REGULATIONS - Please be advised that all purchasers will need to adhere to current laws of money laundering and therefore will need to provide Boydens Estate Agents photographic identification and proof of residency identification before any transaction is started to comply with the legislation.
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