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See how verdicts work3-bedroom semi-detached house · CO7 7AJ
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About
Offered with no onward chain This superbly refurbished three bedroom family home is tucked away within a popular cul de sac in the highly regarded village of Elmstead Market.
Finished to a modern standard throughout and benefiting from a recently installed boiler, the property offers a fantastic combination of stylish interiors, practical living space, private parking and a garage, making it an ideal home for first time buyers, young families and downsizers alike.
The ground floor opens into a bright and welcoming living room, providing a comfortable space to relax and unwind.
To the rear, the impressive kitchen and dining room creates the real heart of the home.
Beautifully updated with modern cabinetry, generous worktop space and excellent storage, it provides a sociable environment perfectly suited to family meals and entertaining, with direct access towards the garden.
Upstairs, the property offers three well proportioned bedrooms. The generous principal bedroom provides a comfortable retreat, while the second bedroom is also a good sized double.
The versatile third bedroom would make an excellent nursery, home office, dressing room or guest bedroom. A contemporary family bathroom completes the first floor.
Outside, the property benefits from a private driveway providing convenient off road parking, together with a garage offering secure parking and valuable additional storage.
Hatchcroft Gardens is a peaceful and well established development, ideally positioned within easy walking distance of Elmstead Primary School and the village centre.
A selection of local shops, pubs, amenities and open green spaces are all close by, while Colchester City Centre is just a short drive away for a wider choice of shopping, restaurants and leisure facilities.
For commuters, the property is ideally located for access to the A133 and A120, providing excellent connections across the surrounding area.
Colchester North Station also offers direct rail services to London. Disclaimer These particulars are for guidance only and do not form part of any offer or contract.
All measurements, images and floor plans are approximate and for illustrative purposes only. Services, appliances and systems have not been tested and no warranty is given as to their condition.
Buyers and tenants must rely on their own inspections, surveys and legal enquiries to verify all material information that is important to them.
Anti-Money Laundering (aml) Verification Oakheart is required to undertake identity and compliance checks in line with UK Anti-Money Laundering (aml) legislation.
These checks apply to all sellers, purchasers and landlords as part of our sales and lettings procedures.
To facilitate this process, we use Landmark, an independent third-party provider that carries out the necessary verification checks on our behalf. A fee of £24.00 inclusive of VAT per person applies.
All relevant checks must be completed and verification confirmed before we can progress with the associated sale or letting.
**Agent’s Note: Anti-Money Laundering (aml) Verification** Oakheart is required to undertake identity and compliance checks in line with UK Anti-Money Laundering (aml) legislation.
These checks apply to all sellers, purchasers and landlords as part of our sales and lettings procedures.
To facilitate this process, we use Landmark, an independent third-party provider that carries out the necessary verification checks on our behalf. A fee of £24.00 inclusive of VAT per person applies.
All relevant checks must be completed and verification confirmed before we can progress with the associated sale or letting.
Value & comps
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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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