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About
Apple Grove, Elmstead. Site available for viewings now. Plot One - £450,000 Three bedroom detached with garage and parking.
A unique collection of just Three New detached bungalows nestled in a small private cul-de-sac within the popular village of Elmstead just East of Colchester City.
These high specification homes offer wonderful wrap around plots and will be landscaped ready to enjoy.
Designed for luxury and comfort all three of these bungalows offer a great sense of space and light with good quality fitments throughout and the option depending on stage of built to have an input on kitchen/flooring/tile colours to personalise the finish for you.
Viewings now available so call to get in quickly and not miss out.
Elmstead is a pleasant village located just outside Colchester in Essex, known for its peaceful rural setting and strong sense of community.
Surrounded by countryside, it offers a quieter way of life while still being close to the shops, schools, transport links, and historic attractions of Colchester.
The village has a mix of traditional homes, green spaces, and local amenities, making it a popular place for families and people who enjoy village living.
Its location provides a good balance between countryside charm and convenient access to a larger town. Plot One £450,000 Freehold A 3 bedroom detached bungalow with garage and parking.
Underfloor heating. Kitchen Island Wrap round garden.
En- Suite Shower Room Bathroom Floorplan is handed to plot 2 Agents Note The imagery has be enhanced by CGI but represents the units which are under construction, the internal photos are form the developers previous sites but again represent the units.
Value & comps
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Returns
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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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