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See how verdicts work2-bedroom house · CM1 2XJ
For saleReduced £103k (−34.2%) on 25 OctListed 223 days
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Apartment 14 – A Bright, Spacious Twoâ�'Bedroom Home with Private Balcony Apartment 14 delivers a superb blend of space, style and thoughtful design, offering an inviting modern home that stands out for its impressive layout and natural light.
From the moment you enter, the sense of openness is immediately clear, with the living areas positioned to make the very best use of the apartment’s shape and outlook.
The generous living and dining area provides an attractive central hub, ideal for everything from relaxed evenings to hosting guests.
Glazed doors draw in abundant daylight and open onto a private balcony, creating a lovely spot to enjoy fresh air and extend your living space outdoors.
Just off the dining area, the separate kitchen offers a wellâ�'planned and practical layout, ensuring a dedicated cooking space without compromising on sociability or convenience.
Both bedrooms are wellâ�'proportioned doubles, offering comfortable and versatile accommodation.
The main bedroom includes a walkâ�'in wardrobe and a contemporary enâ�'suite shower room with a double shower — an appealing touch of everyday luxury.
The second bedroom sits conveniently close to the modern shower room off the hallway, ideal for guests or flexible use.
A builtâ�'in cupboard and additional storage space help keep the home neatly organised and effortlessly tidy.
Apartment 14 combines generous proportions, a smart layout and desirable outdoor space to create a home perfectly suited to relaxed, contemporary living.
£200,000/£459 pcm (50% example share/50% rent) £300,000 (75% example share/no rent) Other shares available SAP Rating - up to 85 Room Dimensions First Floor Floor Plan Room - 19'6" x 11'5" Kitchen - 9'9" x 7'10" Bedroom 1 - 24'11" x 10'5" Bedroom 2 - 14'9" x 9'7" En-Suite - 7'3" x 6'9" Bathroom - 7'1" x 5'2"
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About Rainsford Road, Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 2XJ
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