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See how verdicts work3-bedroom terraced house · CO3 4PQ
Listing removedReduced £10k (−3%) on 23 MayListed 260 days
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About
Saxon are pleased to offer for sale this well presented and spacious three bedroom property located in the ever sought after Prettygate area on the west side of Colchester.
Offering well proportioned family accommodation, including a stunning conservatory/family room, the property is perfectly positioned for access to local shops, desirable schools and the large retail parks and A12 in nearby Stanway.
We strongly recommend an early viewing to fully appreciate the accommodation and location on offer.
Entrance Hall Stairs to first floor accommodation, built in storage cupboard, doors to: Living Room 18'8 x 11'4 Feature fire place, radiator, wood effect flooring, double glazed window to front aspect, opening to: Conservatory/Family Room 17'7 x 10'4 Wall mounted electric radiator, wood effect flooring, patio doors to rear garden.
Kitchen 24'4 x 10'4 max Range of contemporary style eye level units with matching cupboards and drawers below, stainless steel sink with drainer and mixer taps, built in induction hob and electric oven, wood effect work surfaces, space and plumbing for appliances, built in storage cupboard, tiled flooring, double glazed window to front aspect, opening to conservatory/family room.
FIRST FLOOR ACCOMMODATION Landing Loft access via hatch, doors to: Bedroom One 11'4 x 11'1 Radiator, double glazed window to front aspect.
Bedroom Two 11'4 x 7'1 Radiator, double glazed window to rear aspect. Bedroom Three 11'1 x 8'1 max Radiator, double glazed window to front aspect.
Bathroom White suite comprises panel bath with mixer tap/ shower attachment and shower fitted over, pedestal wash hand basin, chrome effect heated towel rail, tiled walls, double glazed window to rear aspect.
WC low level WC, radiator, part tiled walls, double glazed window to front aspect.
Outside & Gardens To the front of the property there is a substantial block paved driveway offer ample off road parking.
The rear garden has been attractively laid to block paving and features a superb bar/entertaining area. The rear garden is un-overlooked to the rear.
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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