1-bedroom flat · CB2 9SS
For saleListed 188 days
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Summary A first-floor one-bedroom apartment within an exclusive 55's and over development, ideal for those seeking independent living with excellent access to local amenities and Addenbrooke’s and Papworth Hospital, which are a short distance away.
Description Nestled within the quiet and leafy Ely Place development in the heart of Trumpington, this well-presented over-55's apartment provides comfortable, low-maintenance living in a friendly and secure community, with excellent access to nearby amenities.
Ely Place has been thoughtfully designed to support and offer an independent lifestyle and is well regarded for its well-maintained communal areas and beautifully landscaped gardens, which residents can enjoy throughout the year.
The development benefits from a strong sense of community, with shared facilities providing opportunities to socialise while still allowing residents to maintain their own privacy.
Location: Trumpington is a popular, convenient and well-served area located to the south of Cambridge city centre, ideally positioned close to Addenbrooke’s Hospital, the M11 motorway and the picturesque village of Grantchester.
The area offers an excellent range of local facilities and amenities, including a Waitrose superstore and a Park & Ride bus station providing frequent services into the city centre, alongside access to attractive countryside walks.
Cambridge South Railway Station is soon to open this year, only a short walk away providing transport links to London.
In brief the accommodation comprises an entrance hall, kitchen, living room, two balconies, double bedroom and bathroom.
Accommodation - Ground Floor The apartment is accessed via a staircase leading to the first floor, serving only four apartments, and enjoys a well-presented private entrance.
First Floor A private entrance with pleasant views over the communal gardens and a storage facility. Entrance Hall With two storage cupboards one of which houses the gas boiler. Fusebox. Radiator.
Doors to:- Kitchen Recently refitted, the kitchen is equipped with a one-and-a-half bowl stainless steel inset sink unit with stainless steel mixer tap.
There is a range of base units topped with solid oak work surfaces, along with an electric oven, induction hob and extractor fan. Integrated appliances include a fridge/freezer and dishwasher.
The room is also fitted with a double radiator and benefits from a double-glazed window to the rear aspect.
Living Room French doors open onto a private balcony, with double-glazed windows to either side. The room also benefits from a double radiator and a Victorian cast-iron feature fireplace.
Balcony The balcony is broadly south facing and enjoys views over the communal gardens. Double Bedroom Double glazed window to front aspect. Radiator.
Built in double wardrobe Bathroom Comprising of a low level W.C. Wash hand basin. Panelled bath with shower over. Extractor fan. Radiator.
Outside The property is surrounded by beautifully maintained communal gardens, mainly laid to lawn with well-established flowers, shrubs and borders, along with ample resident parking.
Agents Notes The development is managed by a local management company, with current annual service charges of approximately £952.17 per annum (£79.35 per calendar month).
This covers the maintenance of the buildings and communal gardens, fire, gas and electrical safety checks, cleaning of communal areas, exterior cleaning and general gardening.
The property benefits from 100% ownership of the leasehold. Upon purchase, the lease is automatically renewed to 99 years at no additional cost.
Agents Notes Continued Please note there is a guest room available on site for overnight stays, available for a small additional charge.
We currently hold lease details as displayed above, should you require further information please contact the branch. Please note additional fees could be incurred for items such as leasehold packs.
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Money laundering regulations: Intending purchasers will be asked to produce identification documentation at a later stage and we would ask for your co-operation in order that there will be no delay in agreeing the sale.
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General: While we endeavour to make our sales particulars fair, accurate and reliable, they are only a general guide to the property and, accordingly, if there is any point which is of particular importance to you, please contact the office and we will be pleased to check the position for you, especially if you are contemplating travelling some distance to view the property.
3. The measurements indicated are supplied for guidance only and as such must be considered incorrect. 4.
Services: Please note we have not tested the services or any of the equipment or appliances in this property, accordingly we strongly advise prospective buyers to commission their own survey or service reports before finalising their offer to purchase.
5. These particulars are issued in good faith but do not constitute representations of fact or form part of any offer or contract.
The matters referred to in these particulars should be independently verified by prospective buyers or tenants.
Neither sequence (UK) limited nor any of its employees or agents has any authority to make or give any representation or warranty whatever in relation to this property.
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