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See how verdicts work1-bedroom property · CB11 3GZ
Sold STCListed 257 days
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About
A beautifully appointed top floor retirement apartment positioned in a central and favourable location within the town.
The apartment enjoys far reaching views of the town and provides bright and well proportioned living accommodation throughout together with communal gardens and parking. Offered chain free.
Ground Floor - Communal Entrance Hall - Staircase and lift to upper floors. Second Floor - Private Entrance Hall - Entrance door, built-in storage cupboard and doors to adjoining rooms.
Sitting Room - Double glazed window to the rear aspect with beautiful views over the town.
Door to:- Kitchen - Fitted with a range of base and eye level units, stainless steel, integrated fridge and freezer, four ring induction hob with extractor hood above and Hotpoint grill, washing machine, double glazed window to the rear aspect with views of the town.
Bedroom - Double glazed window to the rear aspect with views over the town. Door to walk-in wardrobe with fitted shelving.
Shower Room - Comprising ceramic basin with vanity cupboard space beneath, low level WC, walk-in shower enclosure with sliding door and tiled walls, heated towel rail.
Amenities - There are beautiful landscaped communal gardens, mobility scooter charging points, resident parking available to rent and free parking for visitors.
The secure apartments are served by an intruder alarm and camera entry system, with a lift to all floors.
In addition, there is a house manager, 24 hour emergency call system, communal sitting room and a guest suite for visitors (at an additional cost).
Leasehold - • Length of lease -125 years from and including 1 June 2012 (112 years remaining) • Annual ground rent amount - £425 p.a. • Annual service charge amount - £4,266 p.a.
Purchaser must be over the age of 60. Viewings - By appointment through the Agents.
Value & comps
No previous sales on record.
Returns
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Archie refurb estimate: a Pro feature
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Deal
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About South Road, Saffron Walden
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