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See how verdicts work2-bedroom flat · CM1 2XL
Sold STCListed 254 days
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About
An exceptional opportunity awaits to acquire this stunning two-bedroom top floor apartment, perfectly situated within the highly sought-after Beacon House development in Chelmsford.
This contemporary residence, only four years old, offers a sophisticated lifestyle with unparalleled convenience, being just 0.2 miles from Chelmsford Train Station, providing direct links to London Liverpool Street.
The magnificent open-plan kitchen, dining, and lounge area is designed for modern living and entertaining, featuring a stylish, fully integrated kitchen.
The living area benefits from direct access to one of the apartment's two private balconies.
The apartment boasts two generously sized double bedrooms, with the master featuring its own private balcony.
A sleek, modern bathroom serves the apartment, complete with contemporary fixtures and fittings.
Further enhancing this desirable apartment is the inclusion of allocated parking, a significant advantage in this central location.
Given its superb condition, desirable features, and unbeatable location, early viewing of this outstanding apartment is highly recommended.
Entrance Hallway Entrance door, underfloor heating, storage cupboard, doors leading off Lounge/Kitchen 19'2" x 14'8" Double glazed window, door to balcony, TV and telephone points, underfloor heating, opening to: Kitchen Area Wall and base level units, sink and drainer with mixer tap over, oven and hob, extractor fan, Quartz worktops, integrated appliances, under floor heating Master Bedroom 11'7" x 16'7" Door to balcony, TV and telephone point, underfloor heating Bedroom Two 9'7" x 12'5" Double glazed window, underfloor heating Bathroom 4'10" x 7'10" Low level WC, wash hand basin, bath with shower over, fully tiled walls, tiled flooring, extractor fan, heated towel rail Parking Allocated parking Agents note: Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Compliance As part of our commitment to meeting UK Anti-Money Laundering (AML) regulations, Harris + Wood are required by law to confirm the identity of all purchasers before a sale can proceed.
To make this process as straightforward as possible, we work with an independent verification service, Clearcheck, who conduct these checks on our behalf.
A small verification fee applies for each purchaser. These checks must be fully completed and verified before we are able to progress with your purchase.
Value & comps
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Returns
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About Beacon House, Rainsford Road, Chelmsford, Essex, CM1
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