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See how verdicts work3-bedroom house · CB4 3DQ
For saleReduced £45k (−5.7%) on 8 AugListed 136 days
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About
Exceptional detached townhouse in a desirable location close to the historic city centre and Jesus Green. Well proportioned accommodation combines with a high specification finish. Chain free.
Alpha Road is beautifully situated off Chesterton Road, just moments from the River Cam, Jesus Green and the historic City Centre.
The property is a modern detached house, built in 2021, which blends seamlessly with neighbouring period properties, allowing low maintenance living in a character filled home.
Accommodation is spread over three well proportioned floors, with a high specification finish and an attention to detail rarely seen.
Strong energy efficiency is achieved with the use of high performance glazing throughout and an air source heat pump teamed with electric underfloor heating.
A desirable family home which is offered for sale with the advantage of no onward chain.
The ground floor entrance door leads to an inviting hallway, with stairs to the first floor and double doors opening to a stunning living/dining room.
There is a bay window to the front and double French doors to the rear as well as a useful under stairs cupboard. Herringbone wood effect flooring features throughout the entire ground floor.
A two piece cloakroom lies off the dining area whilst the well appointed contemporary fitted kitchen, located at the back, is complemented by integrated Bosch appliances and bi-fold doors which provide further direct access to the garden.
The first floor accommodation includes a landing with stairs to the second floor, a large double bedroom spanning the width of the house with built in wardrobes, a comfortable single bedroom and beautiful three piece family bathroom.
The entire second floor houses the principal bedroom suite which benefits from built in wardrobes and a high specification three piece ensuite shower room.
Outside - There is a small gravelled frontage with low level brick wall and side access gate.
The attractive split level private rear garden offers a large paved seating terrace with steps up to lawned and bark mulch areas with a large timber shed and mature trees.
Agents Note - Due to planning restrictions applied during the original consultation, residents are unable to apply for permit scheme car parking.
Value & comps
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