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See how verdicts work5-bedroom house · CM1 4ET
Listing removedReduced £15k (−1.9%) on 26 JunListed 194 days
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About
Boasting an impressive 28' vaulted kitchen/dining/family room, spacious lounge plus a 17' top floor master bedroom with en-suite is this extended & updated five bedroom semi-detached property.
Benefiting from an unoverlooked landscaped rear garden, integral garage (potential to convert*) with driveway parking for three vehicles and well-presented accommodation set over three floors.
Offering versatile living space and ideally located in frequently requested 'The Avenue's' setting, close to all local shops/amenities & popular schools.
Walking distance to Chelmsford City Centre & Mainline Station. Internal viewings highly recommended - Call Hamilton Piers to view!
The accommodation, with approximate room sizes, is as follows: Ground Floor Accommodation: Entrance Hall: Composite secure main entry door, stairs to first floor, under stairs storage cupboard, radiator, tiled flooring.
Cloakroom: Low level WC, inset wash hand basin, heated towel rail, tiled flooring.
Lounge: (4.01m x 3.28m (13'2 x 10'9)) Double glazed bay window to front aspect, central cast iron fireplace, radiator, tiled flooring.
Kitchen / Dining / Family Room: (8.53m x 7.42m (28'0 x 24'4)) L-shaped open plan room comprising double glazed window to rear aspect, Velux window to rear aspect, a series of quality fitted matching base and wall units, Corian edged work surfaces incorporating a ceramic sink with central mixer tap and drainer, built-in neff oven, microwave oven and warming drawer Utility Room: (2.34m x 1.98m (7'8 x 6'6)) Fitted matching base and wall units, roll top work surfaces, space for washing machine and tumble dryer, heated towel rail, tiled flooring.
Door to garage. First Floor Accommodation: Landing: Velux window to side aspect, stairs to second floor, carpeted flooring.
Bedroom Two: (3.99m x 3.12m (13'1 x 10'3)) Double glazed window to front aspect, radiator, carpeted flooring.
Bedroom Three: (3.66m x 2.97m (12'0 x 9'9)) Double glazed window to rear aspect, radiator, wood flooring.
Bedroom Four: (4.62m x 1.98m (15'2 x 6'6)) Double glazed window to rear aspect, radiator, carpeted flooring.
Bedroom Five: (2.59m x 2.26m (8'6 x 7'5)) Double glazed window to front aspect, radiator, carpeted flooring.
Family Bathroom: Opaque double glazed window to front aspect, p-shaped panelled bath with central mixer tap and dual shower over, low level WC, vanity wash hand basin, heated towel rail, tiled flooring.
Second Floor Accommodation: Landing: Carpeted landing area with access into; Master Bedroom: (5.26m x 3.40m (17'3 x 11'2)) Velux windows to front aspect and double glazed window to rear aspect, built-in wardrobe and eaves storage cupboards, radiator, carpeted flooring.
En-Suite: Velux window to front aspect, enclosed and fully tiled double shower unit, inset WC, inset wash hand basin, heated towel rail, tiled flooring.
Exterior: Rear Garden: Private rear garden, enclosed by fencing and comprising a patio area to property rear with remainder mainly laid to lawn, mature shrub borders with raised decking area, Summer House, storage sheds.
Garage, Driveway & Parking: Integral garage fitted with power, lighting and electric up & over door. Driveway parking for 3 vehicles.
Agents Notes: Council Tax Band: For further information regarding this property, please contact Hamilton Piers.
Value & comps
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About 59, Second Avenue, Chelmsford
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