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See how verdicts work3-bedroom terraced house · CM1 6LS
Sold STCListed 135 days
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About
This established and versatile three-four bedroom family home is located in the ever-popular Old Springfield area of Chelmsford and is for sale with no onward chain.
Inside, you're immediately struck by the sense of space and the potential to extend and remodel subject to the usual planning requirements.
On the ground floor, there is an entrance hall, cloakroom, a good size lounge/diner, study area and kitchen.
Upstairs, you will find the three bedrooms with a potential further bedroom subject to remodelling the current space.
Positioned on a generous corner plot, the home offers excellent potential for extension and reconfiguration (subject to planning permissions), making it an exciting prospect for buyers looking to put their own stamp on a property and create a long-term family home.
Tenure: Freehold Council Tax: The Council tax for this property is band D with an annual amount of £2,250.18.
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Entrance Hall 4.34 m x 1.90 m (14'3" x 6'3") Cloakroom Lounge Diner 8.13 m x 3.15 m (26'8" x 10'4") Kitchen 5.56 m x 3.38 m (18'3" x 11'1") Inner Lobby Study Area 2.77 m x 2.74 m (9'1" x 9'0") Landing Bedroom One 4.65 m x 2.84 m (15'3" x 9'4") Bedroom Two 3.43 m x 3.20 m (11'3" x 10'6") Bedroom Three 3.43 m x 2.01 m (11'3" x 6'7") Potential Bedroom Four/Nursery 2.62 m x 2.79 m (8'7" x 9'2") Bathroom 2.51 m x 1.65 m (8'3" x 5'5") Outside Driveway Garage Rear Garden
Value & comps
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Returns
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About Sidmouth Road, Old Springfield, Chelmsford
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