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Apartment B20, The Franklin Building Marleigh Park, Cambridge Perfect for first time buyers, Apartment B20 in The Franklin Building is a stylish second floor two double bedroom home featuring dual aspect open plan living with integrated appliances, and a private balcony accessed via kitchen/living/dining area, combining contemporary comfort with easy, low maintenance city living.
Property Highlights: A luxurious principal bedroom with fitted wardrobes that cleverly define the space, discreetly hiding the ensuite for ultimate privacy while keeping an open, airy feel.
Practical utility and storage space with integrated washer-dryer, designed for effortless, modern living Fibre broadband and Sky Q pre-wired for seamless connectivity Exclusive elevated podium garden for residents, providing a peaceful outdoor retreat Secure living with a gated parking area and video entry to every apartment, linked to the main entrance for peace of mind and controlled access Efficient, sustainable heating provided by a communal air source heat pump, helping to lower energy bills while reducing your environmental footprint Read More Live Where Life Flourishes Become part of a lively, award-winning neighbourhood at Marleigh Park, where expansive green spaces, on-site amenities, and a strong sense of community come together to create a vibrant, welcoming lifestyle.
Embrace an active, outdoor lifestyle across 57 acres of beautifully landscaped greenery and play areas the equivalent of 44 football pitches, perfect for exploring, playing, and unwinding.
Live seamlessly with the Co op on-site, perfect for quick stops for dinner prep and everyday essentials.
Marleigh Community Centre on-site, offering social, recreational, and wellbeing activities moments from home.
R3FORM Pilates, offering wellness and fitness classes just steps from your door—perfect for a healthy, active lifestyle.
Experience the charm of our on-site Italian restaurant and deli Salento, where authentic flavors meet warm hospitality in an inviting, relaxed setting.
Coming soon — PadelStars courts, high quality football pitches and allotments, adding exciting new sports, outdoor fun and green fingered living right within the community.
Seamless Travel & Connections Life at Marleigh Park keeps you seamlessly connected, whether commuting, travelling for work, or enjoying a weekend escape.
The nearby Park and Ride facilities provide a hassle-free way to reach the heart of Cambridge, helping you avoid the city centre traffic while keeping your commute stress-free.
Reach Cambridge Station in 20 minutes and enjoy fast, convenient access to King’s Cross and London Liverpool Street.
The M11, just a few miles away, gives you flexible routes across London, Cambridge and beyond London Stansted Airport, approximately 40 minutes drive away, makes national and international travel simple Discover your Future Home Arrange a visit with our sales team and tour our show homes at the award winning Marleigh Park.
Sales Suite: Newmarket Road, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB5 8AA Opening Times: Open daily, 10:00–17:30 Franklin Building, Apartment B20 Floorplan Kitchen / Dining / Living Room - 7.11m x 4.76m (23'4" x 15'7") Principal Bedroom - 4.86m x 2.86m (15'11" x 9'5") Bedroom 2 - 3.72m x 3.15m (12'2" x 10'4") Balcony - 7.8m x 7.8m (25'7" x 25'7")
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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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