3-bedroom semi-detached house · IP3 8PB
For saleListed 175 days
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LOCATION The property is situated on the eastern side of Ipswich in a sought-after and peaceful residential area.
A range of local amenities, including shops and schools, are conveniently located within walking distance, as is Ipswich Hospital.
DESCRIPTION The property comprises a semi-detached, three-bedroom chalet-style bungalow of traditional construction, featuring cavity walls and a tiled roof.
It occupies a substantial rectangular plot and offers generous living accommodation, ample off-road parking, and a private rear garden.
The property is available for sale with no onward chain and benefits from planning permission for a single-storey ground floor extension.
ACCOMMODATION Entrance Hall - with stairs to first floor and doors off to; Kitchen - 2.33m x 3.17m (7'7" x 10'4") fitted with a range of wall and base units with drawers, complemented by roll-edge work surfaces incorporating an inset ceramic sink and drainer with mixer tap.
There is space and plumbing for a washing machine and provision for a cooker. Finished with tiled splash backs, chrome extractor hood, and a UPVC double-glazed window to the front elevation.
Living Room - 4.70m x 3.72m (15'4" x 12'2") finished with laminate flooring, a feature wood-burning stove, UPVC double-glazed window to the side elevation, and a radiator.
Double doors provide access to the sunroom.
Sun Room - 4.49m x 2.10m (14'8" x 6'10") fitted with laminate flooring and a radiator, with UPVC double-glazed double doors and matching windows providing access and views to the rear garden.
Bathroom - 1.67m x 2.18m (5'5" x 7'1") fully tiled to both floor and walls, the bathroom comprises a three-piece suite incorporating a pedestal wash basin, low-level WC, and panelled bath with shower over.
Further benefitting from a UPVC double-glazed window to the side elevation and a radiator. Stairs to First Floor Landing - with fitted carpet, UPVC double glazed window to side and doors to all rooms.
Bedroom 1 (front) - 4.05m x 2.53m (13'3 " x 8'3") reduced height - with fitted carpet, radiator and UPVC double glazed window to front.
Bedroom 2 (large rear) - 2.70m x 2.97m (8'10" x 9'9") with fitted carpet, radiator and UPVC double glazed window to rear.
Bedroom 3 (small front) - 2.27m x 2.11m (7'5" x 6'10") reduced height - with fitted carpet, radiator and UPVC double glazed window to rear.
Outside - the property occupies a generous, rectangular-shaped plot, on the east side of Temple Road.
To the front, a driveway provides off-road parking, with the remainder of the garden mainly laid to lawn. There is useful side vehicular access leading to a detached garage and the rear garden.
To the rear, the garden enjoys a good degree of privacy and is fully enclosed, backing onto garages.
It is predominantly laid to lawn with a paved patio and timber shed, all enclosed by timber fencing, creating a secure and pleasant outdoor space.
SERVICES - mains water, electricity, gas and mains drainage are connected to the property. Hot water and central heating is provided by a gas boiler.
PLANNING APPROVAL - Erection of single-storey side/rear extension - 25/00039/FUL COUNCIL TAX - Band C EPC - Energy Efficiency Rating D60 (certificate available upon request).
TENURE - the property is to be sold Freehold with vacant possession on completion and with no onward chain.
VIEWING - strictly by appointment with sole agents Countywide Properties Ltd These particulars do not constitute any part of an offer or contract.
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