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Thomas Brown Estates are delighted to present this rare to the market, recently modernised two double bedroom ground floor apartment, finished to a high specification throughout.
The property benefits from a long lease of approximately 136 years, a garage en-bloc and is offered with no forward chain.
Tucked away at the end of a quiet, tree lined no through road, the apartment enjoys a peaceful setting while remaining within easy walking distance of the amenities of Orpington High Street.
The accommodation comprises a communal entrance leading to a private front door, an entrance hall, spacious lounge/dining room with direct access to the communal gardens, modern fitted kitchen, contemporary bathroom and two well-proportioned double bedrooms.
Externally, the property offers well maintained communal gardens, a garage en-bloc, residents' parking and ample on road parking.
Highlands Road is ideally located for access to local shops, schools, bus routes, and transport links including Orpington and St. Mary Cray stations.
Internal viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate the quality of the location and finish on offer. Please contact Thomas Brown Estates in Orpington to arrange your viewing.
COMMUNAL ENTRANCE ENTRANCE HALL Door to side, two storage cupboards, carpet. LOUNGE/DINER 15' 08" x 14' 07" (4.78m x 4.44m) Double glazed sliding door to communal gardens, carpet, two radiators.
KITCHEN 10' 10" x 6' 05" (3.3m x 1.96m) Range of matching wall and base units with worktops over, one and a half bowl stainless steel sink and drainer, integrated oven, integrated gas hob with extractor over, integrated dishwasher, space for fridge/freezer, space for washing machine, double glazed window to rear, tiled flooring.
BEDROOM 1 11' 09" x 9' 10" (3.58m x 3m) Double glazed window to front, carpet, radiator. BEDROOM 2 11' 10" x 8' 06" (3.61m x 2.59m) Double glazed window to front, carpet, radiator.
BATHROOM Low level WC, wash hand basin in vanity unit, bath with shower over and shower attachment, double glazed opaque window to side, part tiled walls, tiled flooring, heated towel rail.
OTHER BENEFITS INCLUDE: COMMUNAL GARDENS RESIDENTS PARKING AND ON ROAD PARKING GARAGE EN-BLOC DOUBLE GLAZING CENTRAL HEATING SYSTEM NO FORWARD CHAIN LEASEHOLD 136 year remaining.
COUNCIL TAX BAND: C SERVICE CHARGE & GROUND RENT(AS ADVISED BY VENDOR): Service charge (inc.
insurance): £1451 pa (£120.91 pm) Ground rent: Peppercorn **Please note these charges may be subject to reviews and this should be verified by your solicitor.
PLEASE NOTE THE PROPERTY IS OWNED BY A MEMBER OF STAFF AT THOMAS BROWN ESTATES
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