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See how verdicts work2-bedroom semi-detached house · CO4 9YD
Listing removedReduced £10k (−3.7%) on 26 AugListed 71 days
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Charming 2-Bed Home In Victoria Gardens, Ideal For Families Situated within the ever-popular Highwoods area to the north of Colchester, this well-presented two-bedroom house offers a great opportunity for first-time buyers, young families or those looking for a well-connected home close to an excellent range of amenities.
The property provides two good-size bedrooms, a family bathroom and a particularly well-proportioned ground floor, with a generous living space providing plenty of room for both relaxing and entertaining.
The kitchen sits alongside this and offers a practical layout with scope for a new owner to make it their own.
Externally, the property benefits from off-road parking, adding further convenience to what is already a very well-connected location.
For families, the highly regarded Gilberd School is a major attraction, while the surrounding Highwoods area provides easy access to a range of local amenities and green open spaces.
Highwoods Country Park is close by, offering an excellent setting for walking, running and enjoying the outdoors.
The location is particularly appealing for commuters, with excellent access to the A12, while North Station provides direct rail links towards London Liverpool Street and Ipswich.
The nearby Northern Gateway development further enhances the area's appeal, with a growing range of leisure, sporting and commercial facilities all within easy reach.
With its combination of good-size accommodation, off-road parking and an enviable position within one of North Colchester's most popular residential areas, this is a home that offers both convenience and lifestyle in equal measure.
Agents note: Anti-Money Laundering (aml) Compliance As part of our commitment to meeting UK Anti-Money Laundering (aml) regulations, Harris + Wood are required by law to confirm the identity of all purchasers before a sale can proceed.
To make this process as straightforward as possible, we work with an independent verification service, Clearcheck, who conduct these checks on our behalf.
A small verification fee applies for each purchaser. These checks must be fully completed and verified before we are able to progress with your purchase.
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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