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See how verdicts work2-bedroom flat · WD17 2PJ
For saleListed 712 days
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OPPORTUNITY to acquire a competitively priced two DOUBLE BEDROOM flat with allocated parking in a CENTRAL LOCATION just a few minutes walk to the town centre, Watford High Street Station and Watford Junction Station (London Euston 20 minutes).
Offering 720 sq ft of accommodation (67 sq m), the property comes with many attractive features such as a spacious hallway with ample storage, a large OPEN PLAN living room (over 20' ft) with a well-fitted kitchen area, two good size double bedrooms, and gated allocated parking and communal gardens.
Built in 2007, the property now requires updating and redecoration and has been priced accordingly. Offered CHAIN FREE, a quick transaction may be possible.
The property offers over 720 sq ft (67 sq m) of accommodation arranged as follows: Hallway 4.5m x 1m (max): Two built-in storage cupboards.
Living room/kitchen 7.4m x 3.4m (max) Bedroom 1: 4.15m x 3.7m (max) Bedroom 2: 4.38m x 2.45m (max) Bathroom: 2.35m x 2.0m (max) EXTERNAL: Allocated parking space. Communal grounds.
LEASE INFORMATION: We are advised the LEASE REMIANING is over 135 years. Ground Rent: £260 per annum Service Charge: Please enquire EPC rating: C.
Tenure: Leasehold, Service charge description: £1974 every 6 months,
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