1-bedroom flat
For saleListed 265 days
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About
Tenure: Leasehold Guide Price £150,000 to £160,000 Situated within the highly regarded Essex House development on Crouch Street, this beautifully presented one bedroom apartment offers stylish, contemporary living in an exceptionally convenient town centre location.
Perfectly suited to first time buyers, professionals, downsizers or investors, the property combines modern interiors with excellent access to Colchester's extensive range of shops, restaurants, cafés and leisure facilities.
The apartment opens into a welcoming entrance hall, providing access to all principal rooms and benefiting from a useful storage cupboard.
The impressive open plan living, kitchen and dining area forms the heart of the apartment.
Designed with modern living in mind, the kitchen features sleek cabinetry, attractive work surfaces and a range of integrated appliances, while the generous living and dining space provides plenty of room for both relaxing and entertaining.
Two large windows allow an abundance of natural light to fill the room, creating a bright and spacious atmosphere.
The double bedroom is generously proportioned and provides a peaceful and comfortable space, whilst the contemporary shower room is finished to a high standard and features a large walk in shower, wash basin with useful built in storage, WC and heated towel rail.
The location is a particular highlight.
Positioned on Crouch Street, the apartment is within easy walking distance of Colchester City Centre, with its extensive choice of independent shops, restaurants, bars and cafés.
Colchester's mainline railway station is also within walking distance, providing direct services to London Liverpool Street, making this an excellent choice for commuters.
Whether you are looking for your first home, a low maintenance property close to everything the city has to offer, or a strong investment opportunity, Apartment 25 offers an excellent combination of modern accommodation, convenient location and genuine turnkey appeal.
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Anti-Money Laundering (aml) Verification Oakheart is required to undertake identity and compliance checks in line with UK Anti-Money Laundering (aml) legislation.
These checks apply to all sellers, purchasers and landlords as part of our sales and lettings procedures.
To facilitate this process, we use Landmark, an independent third-party provider that carries out the necessary verification checks on our behalf. A fee of £24.00 inclusive of VAT per person applies.
All relevant checks must be completed and verification confirmed before we can progress with the associated sale or letting.
**Agent’s Note: Anti-Money Laundering (aml) Verification** Oakheart is required to undertake identity and compliance checks in line with UK Anti-Money Laundering (aml) legislation.
These checks apply to all sellers, purchasers and landlords as part of our sales and lettings procedures.
To facilitate this process, we use Landmark, an independent third-party provider that carries out the necessary verification checks on our behalf. A fee of £24.00 inclusive of VAT per person applies.
All relevant checks must be completed and verification confirmed before we can progress with the associated sale or letting.
Value & comps
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