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See how verdicts work3-bedroom semi-detached house · CM1 6GW
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GUIDE PRICE £375,000 TO £400,000 An excellent investment opportunity to acquire a three-bedroom semi-detached house in the desirable Rubens Gate area of Chelmsford.
Offering a rental yield of 5.4%, this property presents an appealing proposition for both established landlords looking to expand their portfolio and investors seeking a property in a location with strong rental demand.
The property provides three bedrooms, making it particularly attractive to professional tenants and families seeking well-positioned accommodation.
The property also benefits from a bathroom, a useful conservatory and well-proportioned living accommodation, providing the flexibility and space that tenants increasingly look for in a rental home.
Externally, the property offers off-road parking and a garage, providing valuable additional storage and parking facilities.
These features can be particularly attractive to professional tenants and add to the property's overall rental appeal. The location is another key selling point.
Rubens Gate is situated within a desirable area of Chelmsford and benefits from convenient access to local schools, amenities and transport links.
Chelmsford is an established and popular residential location, offering a wide range of shops, restaurants, leisure facilities and employment opportunities, supporting continued demand for quality rental accommodation.
With strong demand from professional tenants, a desirable location and a rental yield of 5.4%, this property offers an attractive combination of rental income potential and long-term investment appeal.
Whether you are a first-time investor or an experienced landlord looking to add a well-positioned property to your portfolio, this is an opportunity worthy of early consideration.
ENTRANCE HALL/DINING ROOM 13' 1" x 7' 9" (3.99m x 2.36m) PORCH 5' 1" x 4' 11" (1.55m x 1.5m) KITCHEN 13' 1" x 6' 11" (3.99m x 2.11m) LIVING ROOM 15' 1" x 10' 7" (4.6m x 3.23m) LANDING BEDROOM 1 7' 5" x 6' 0" (2.26m x 1.83m) BEDROOM 2 13' 5" x 11' 8" (4.09m x 3.56m) BEDROOM 3 10' 3" x 9' 11" (3.12m x 3.02m) BATHROOM 6' 3" x 5' 8" (1.91m x 1.73m) GARAGE 14' 5" x 8' 9" (4.39m x 2.67m)
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