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See how verdicts work3-bedroom semi-detached house · SO18 2FZ
Sold STCReduced £35k (−10.8%) on 25 OctListed 276 days
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Stanford Estate Agents are delighted to offer for sale this well presented semi detached family home, perfectly situated in this highly sought after area close to the local schools, shops and amenities.
This fantastic property offers spacious accommodation including three good sized bedrooms, a 24ft lounge diner, fitted kitchen and a modern upstairs shower room.
Benefits include a good sized secluded rear garden and a garage. This property would make a perfect family home and is offered with no onward chain.
We already have much interest in this property and internal viewings are strongly recommended to avoid disappointment.
Entrance Hall: Stairs up to first floor landing, double radiator, wood effect flooring, understairs cupboard, door to lounge/diner.
Lounge/Diner: (24'5" x 11'4") Double glazed bay fronted window, two double radiators, electric fireplace, patio sliding doors to rear aspect.
Kitchen: (11'7" x 9'2") Range of fitted wall and base level units with rolled edge worksurfaces, stainless steel sink and drainer, gas cooker point with extractor over, space for a fridge/freezer, space and plumbing for a washing machine, tiled flooring, double glazed windows to side and rear aspect, door to garden.
First Floor Landing: Access to loft space, double glazed window to side aspect, airing cupboard, doors to bedrooms and shower room.
Bedroom One: (12'8" x 11'3") Double glazed window to front aspect, double radiator, built in wardrobes.
Bedroom Two: (11'6" x 11'4") Double glazed window to rear aspect, double radiator, built in wardrobes. Bedroom Three: (8'6" x 7'8") Double glazed window to front aspect, double radiator.
Shower Room: Modern suite comprising walk in shower cubicle and glazed screen, low level WC, floating hand wash basin, tiled walls, part tiled walls, double glazed window to rear aspect.
Front Garden: Laid to lawn with flower and shrub borders, path leading to front door.
Rear Garden: Good sized secluded garden, mainly laid to lawn with flower and shrub borders, panel fence surround, patio seating and entertaining space, shed, access to garage, rear access gate.
Garage: To rear of property accessed via a service road, potential to replace for off road parking.
Other Information: Local Council: Southampton City Council Council Tax Band: C Sellers Position: No Forward Chain Local Primary School: Bitterne Park Primary School Secondary School: Bitterne Park School
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About Forest Hills Drive, Southampton, Hampshire, SO18
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