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See how verdicts work2-bedroom bungalow · CM1 4AY
For saleReduced £25k (−6.3%) on 28 OctListed 21 days
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About
**** guide price: £400,000 - £425,000 **** **** no onward chain **** Palmer & Partners are delighted to offer for sale this rare two bedroom semi-detached bungalow, occupying a corner plot in the sought-after Broomfield area.
Offered with no onward chain, the property combines generous accommodation with an established south-facing wraparound garden, a garage and off-road parking.
Modernisation is required, providing an opportunity to make the home your own.
High ceilings add character to the interior, while the bright and airy lounge features a front-facing bay window and an electric fireplace.
The kitchen diner provides room for everyday meals alongside ample wall and base units, an integrated oven and grill, and a gas hob.
Space is available for a fridge freezer and washing machine, and the property also benefits from a new boiler. A half-brick conservatory enjoys views over the garden.
Both bedrooms are good-sized doubles, with built-in wardrobes in the main bedroom, while a shower room completes the accommodation.
Outside, the garden wraps around the bungalow and is predominantly laid to lawn, with mature planting, shrub beds, a greenhouse and a patio.
A one-and-a-half-length garage with a workshop provides additional practical space, complemented by lean-to storage and parking to the rear of the garage.
Broomfield offers access to local shops, pubs and public open spaces, with highly regarded schools within easy reach.
Chelmsford City Centre is a short drive away, providing a wider choice of shopping, dining and entertainment. The A12 and Chelmsford Railway Station offer further transport connections.
Palmer & Partners strongly encourage early viewing to fully appreciate what this property has to offer.
Entrance Porch Sitting Room 6.62 x 3.26 Kitchen Dining Room 5.13 x 4.11 Conservatory 2.16 x 4.71 Bedroom 1 3.65 x 3.26 Bedroom 2 3.32 x 3.10 Shower Room Garage
Value & comps
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About 13, Pentland Avenue, Essex
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