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Boydens are delighted to present this well-appointed three-bedroom terraced home, offered with tenants in situ and situated in the ever-popular Highwoods area of Colchester.
Ideally positioned for local amenities, schools, and transport links, this property makes an attractive opportunity for investors seeking a ready-made rental.
Internally, the accommodation comprises a fitted kitchen and a spacious living room featuring built-in storage and double doors opening onto the rear garden, allowing for plenty of natural light.
A convenient downstairs WC completes the ground floor.
To the first floor, the property offers two double bedrooms—both benefiting from built-in storage—a rear-facing single bedroom, and a well-proportioned family bathroom.
Externally, the property enjoys a low-maintenance courtyard garden with gated rear access leading directly to the residents’ car park, where two allocated parking spaces are provided.
An excellent investment opportunity in a sought-after location.
HALLWAY - 6' x 7'1'' (1.8m x 2.2m) W.C KITCHEN - 9'2'' x 10'4'' (2.8m x 3.1m) LIVING ROOM - 17'9'' x 10' (5.4m x 3m) LANDING - 13'10'' x 3'6'' (4.2m x 1.1m) BEDROOM - 1 - 16' x 9' (4.9m x 2.7m) BEDROOM - 2 - 9'11'' x 10'9'' (3m x 3.3m) BEDROOM - 3 - 10'5'' x 6'5'' (3.2m x 2m) BATHROOM - 6'9'' x 6' (2.1m x 1.8m) AGENT NOTE- Local Authority - Colchester City Council.
Broadband Availability -Ultrafast Broadband available with speeds of up to 10000 Mbps (details obtained from Ofcom Mobile and Broadband Checker) - November 2025 Mobile Coverage - It is understood that the best available service in the area is provided by VODAFONE with 83% performance.
THREE, O2 and EE all also cover the area with slightly lower performance ratings.
(details obtained from Ofcom Mobile and Broadband Checker) November 2025 Utilities - Mains Electric /Mains Gas Heating /Mains Water /Mains Sewerage.
Construction Type - We understand the property to be of Traditional Construction of brick.
Flood Risk - Data Taken from Gov.UK Flood Map - checked November 2025 - The property is at a very low risk of flooding.
Planning Applications in the Immediate Locality - checked November 2025 - We are not aware of any planning applications in the immediate locality.
MONEY LAUNDERING REGULATIONS - Please be advised that all purchasers will need to adhere to current laws of money laundering and therefore will need to provide Boydens Estate Agents photographic identification and proof of residency identification before any transaction is started to comply with the legislation.
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