156 The Downs, Harlow, CM20 3RQ

Description We are pleased to be offering for rent this ground-floor two-bedroom flat situated in this popular area of Harlow.

This is a really nice, well-kept flat with a large living room with plenty of space for a dining table, a modern kitchen with all white goods being gifted to whoever rents for the duration they are there, a modern bathroom and two very good-sized double bedrooms.

You also have use of the communal garden and two good-sized outdoor sheds ideal for storing bikes etc away from the flat. **The property is available immediately.

** Plenty of street parking is available locally, and a really pleasant area to live in and ideal for that first step onto the property ladder.

The Downs Primary School & Nursery is very close, about 0.2-0.3 miles away. Freshwaters Primary Academy is also nearby, around 0.3-0.4 miles.

William Martin Church of England Junior School is slightly further, roughly 0.5 miles. Crystal Roof Secondary Schools: Bmat stem Academy is very close, about 0.2-0.3 miles away.

St Mark's West Essex Catholic School also around 0.2-0.3 miles. Crystal Roof Sir Frederick Gibberd College is a bit further but still within walking distance (approx 0.6 miles).

Supermarkets close by include Asda ~0.3 miles, Tesco Express ~0.4 miles and Iceland ~0.5 miles. There are local convenience stores and pharmacies within walking distance.

For a wider range of shops, the Harvey Centre is reachable too. Takeaways/sandwich shops are also close (e.g. New Harlow Fish Bar, New Good Friends) within a few hundred yards.

Transport Links are great in this area Rail The nearest main station is Harlow Town station, a little under or around 1 mile from The Downs.

It has services to London Liverpool Street, Cambridge, and good onward links to Stansted Airport.

Buses & Sustainable Transport There are local bus services around Harlow, and a major project is underway: The Sustainable Transport Corridor (North-to-Centre) which will improve rapid bus services and walking/cycling routes from neighbourhoods including The Downs to the town centre and the station.

Also, the bus station / transport hub in Harlow is being rebuilt / upgraded, which should improve connections.

Road links The area has good access to major roads: The M11, A414, and A10 are all not far, making car travel or commuting by road reasonably convenient.

Living in Harlow offers a unique blend of urban convenience and access to nature, making it an appealing place for many.

One of the standout features is its abundance of green spaces and parks, which provide a refreshing contrast to the bustle of nearby London.

The town was designed as a post-war New Town, and that planning is still evident in the well-organized layout, pedestrian pathways, and zoning that separates industrial, residential, and leisure spaces.

Harlow has a strong sense of community, with a variety of local events, clubs, and arts venues such as the Harlow Playhouse contributing to a vibrant cultural life.

It's also home to several sculptures by world-renowned artists, reflecting its ambition to be a town that values creativity and public art.

The presence of the Gibberd Garden and the proximity to Epping Forest further enhance its appeal for those who enjoy the outdoors.

In terms of practicality, Harlow offers relatively affordable housing compared to London, while still providing easy access to the capital via train or road, making it ideal for commuters.

Families benefit from a range of schools and local amenities, and ongoing investments in infrastructure and regeneration projects suggest a town that is actively evolving and improving Council Tax Band: B Deposit: £1,615.38 Holding Deposit: £323.07 Kitchen (2.7m x 2.6m) Window to the communal garden all white goods gifted with the lease Electric oven White units Fitted blinds Tiled floor Living Room (4.4m x 4.4m) Laminate flooring Front-facing window Space for a dining table Bathroom (2.8m x 2.0m) Tiled floor Bathroom cabinet Privacy window Fitted blinds WC Wash Basin Heated towel rail Bath with shower attachment Bedroom 1 (3.5m x 3.5m) Laminate flooring Window to front view Bedroom 2 (3.4m x 2.9m) Laminate flooring Window overlooking communal garden Please Note Use of 2 garden sheds closeby plenty of storage in them Garden Use of communal garden