4-bedroom detached house · CO3 3PS
Listing removedReduced £100 (−4.5%) on 17 JulListed 129 days · slow let
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About
A modern and spacious four-bedroom, two-bathroom detached family home, ideally located on the highly sought-after Oaks Drive in Lexden.
Perfectly positioned within walking distance to high-performing schools, Colchester City Centre, and Colchester North Station, which offers direct trains to London Liverpool Street, this home is perfect for families seeking convenience and quality living.
Upon entering, you’re greeted by a welcoming entrance hall leading to a convenient WC.
The generously sized sitting room flows into a dining room with patio doors opening out to the low-maintenance rear garden, creating an ideal space for entertaining.
The breakfast area sits adjacent to the recently refitted modern kitchen, which boasts an abundance of cupboard and worktop space, perfect for the home chef.
Upstairs, the landing leads to the principal bedroom, complete with its own en-suite bathroom for added privacy.
There are three further well-proportioned bedrooms, all served by a modern family bathroom.
The enclosed rear garden is designed for easy maintenance and features an extended patio, a raised lawn, and an additional raised patio area—ideal for outdoor relaxation or entertaining.
Side access leads to the front driveway, providing ample off-road parking for multiple vehicles.
This beautiful home offers an exceptional opportunity to live in one of Lexden’s most desirable locations with excellent amenities and transport links nearby.
Entrance Hall - Kitchen - 7.2 x 2.4 (23'7" x 7'10") - Breakfast Area - 4.3 x 2.1 (14'1" x 6'10") - Dining Room - 3.6 x 2.6 (11'9" x 8'6") - Sitting Room - 4.5 x 3.6 (14'9" x 11'9") - Landing - Principal Bedroom - 4.2 x 3.7 (13'9" x 12'1") - Ensuite To Principal - 2.4 x 0.7 (7'10" x 2'3") - Second Bedroom - 3.7 x 3.0 (12'1" x 9'10") - Third Bedroom - 2.6 x 2.4 (8'6" x 7'10") - Fourth Bedroom - 3.3 x 2.4 (10'9" x 7'10") - Family Bathroom - 2.3 x 1.7 (7'6" x 5'6") -
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Properties like this can earn 2–3x BTL yields when converted to HMO, with retrofit costs around £10k/room. Sign in to see the full tier, yield projection, and cost breakdown.
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