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See how verdicts work3-bedroom bungalow · CO6 4BA
Sold STCListed 260 days
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About
** GUIDE PRICE £375,000 - £400,000 ** Situated in the sought-after village of Great Horkesley, this spacious three-bedroom detached bungalow occupies a desirable corner plot position.
The property enjoys two garden areas, one to either side as viewed from the front, providing versatile outdoor space.
There is also the unique option to purchase the bungalow with the front right-hand garden only, with the vendors retaining the remaining plot to the rear for potential future development.
The price currently quoted reflects the full freehold. Internally, the home is well laid out with an inviting entrance hallway offering useful storage solutions.
The accommodation includes three generously sized bedrooms, which could alternatively be arranged as two large doubles with a separate dining room, depending on requirements.
A fitted kitchen, modern shower room, and an attractive lounge with a feature bay window complete the living space.
Externally, the property benefits from off-road parking for one vehicle and is offered with no onward chain, making it an ideal purchase for those looking to move swiftly.
Great Horkesley is a highly regarded village with excellent access to local amenities, Trinity Secondary School at Chesterwell, and major transport links including the A12, Colchester General Hospital, and North Station, which provides direct trains to London Liverpool Street in under an hour.
The Northern Gateway leisure complex and park & ride facilities to Colchester city centre are also within easy reach, ensuring both convenience and connectivity.
Entrance Hallway Entrance door, storage cupboard, loft access, airing cupboard, double storage cupboard, wall mounted electric storage heater, doors leading off Lounge 19'10" x 11'7" Double glazed bay window to front, double glazed French doors to side, wall mounted electric storage heater Bedroom Three 10'8" x 8'2" Double glazed window to front, wall mounted electric storage heater Bedroom Two 10'10" x 9'11" Double glazed window to front, fitted wardrobes, electric storage heater Shower Room 6'10" x 5'2" Double glazed window to side, low level WC, wash hand basin, shower, chrome heated towel rail, wall mounted electric heater Master Bedroom 12'11" x 11'11" Double glazed window to side, fitted wardrobes, wall mounted electric storage heater Kitchen 11'10" x 11'10" Double glazed window to rear, double glazed door to rear, wall and base level units, sink and drainer with mixer tap over, oven and hob, extractor fan, worktops, space for appliances, pantry cupboard with double glazed window Rear Garden Fully enclosed and private, the garden has been separated into two areas one facing Coach Road which is laid to lawn with a patio area, the other one is opposite with shed, laid to lawn and also a patio area, two wooden sheds Parking Driveway providing off road parking
Value & comps
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Returns
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Properties like this can earn 2–3x BTL yields when converted to HMO, with retrofit costs around £10k/room. Sign in to see the full tier, yield projection, and cost breakdown.
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