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See how verdicts work4-bedroom detached house · CO4 0LA
Listing removedReduced £25k (−5.9%) on 12 AugListed 468 days
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About
An exciting opportunity to acquire this impressive and extended four-bedroom detached family home, ideally positioned in the ever-popular district of St. Johns, to the north of Colchester.
This desirable neighbourhood offers a wealth of local amenities, petrol station, Tesco Extra Superstore, and excellent bus transport links, along with a range of highly regarded primary and secondary schools within easy reach, making it an ideal setting for family living.
Well maintained throughout its much-loved ownership, the property boasts a spacious living room, a formal dining room, and four generous bedrooms.
Located within walking distance to a variety of useful amenities at St.
Christopher Road, including a Tesco Express, pharmacy, hairdressers, and the newly refurbished local favourite pub, The Friar, this home is perfectly situated in a desirable area.
Offering well-defined, formal living spaces finished to a high standard and a wealth of space across both bedroom and reception areas, this home presents an ideal opportunity for any growing family.
Internally, the property comprises a welcoming entrance hallway, ground floor cloakroom, a modern kitchen with integrated appliances and tiled flooring, and access to both the dining room and a spacious living room, which benefits from an open working fire.
The property also features gas central heating and integral access to the garage.
The first floor offers four well-proportioned bedrooms, two of which include built-in storage, and a contemporary family bathroom suite serving all rooms.
Externally, the property features an attractive rear garden, thoughtfully maintained and upgraded by the current owners.
Highlights include large patio areas ideal for outdoor furniture and dining, a well-kept lawn bordered by panel fencing and mature plantings, and two storage sheds which are to remain.
Side access leads to the front of the home, where you’ll find a private driveway providing ample off-road parking for multiple vehicles Kitchen 14' 9" x 9' 0" (4.50m x 2.74m) Living Room 17' 6" x 11' 1" (5.33m x 3.38m) Dining Room 17' 6" x 10' 0" (5.33m x 3.05m) Bedroom One 16' 11" x 9' 4" (5.16m x 2.84m) Bedroom Two 11' 3" x 10' 0" (3.43m x 3.05m) Bedroom Three 11' 3" x 7' 8" (3.43m x 2.34m) Bedroom Four 9' 10" x 7' 2" (3.00m x 2.18m) Bathroom 6' 9" x 6' 8" (2.06m x 2.03m)
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About 3, St Christopher Road, Colchester
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