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See how verdicts work2-bedroom flat · CM7 3TY
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About
Situated in a convenient location at The Yard, Braintree, this two bedroom ground floor apartment offers well-arranged accommodation with the benefit of an allocated parking space.
The property is ideally positioned for access to Braintree town centre, Freeport shopping village and railway station, making it a practical choice for commuters, first-time renters or those looking to be close to local amenities.
HALLWAY Entrance door. Doors leading to all rooms, large airing cupboard housing the hot water cylinder, security entrance phone and laminate flooring.
KITCHEN 10' 3" x 6' 5" (3.12m x 1.96m) Double glazed window, range of wall-mounted and base units, roll-edge laminate work surfaces, tiled splashbacks, halogen hob with extractor above, stainless steel sink with mixer tap, recently installed Bosch self cleaning electric oven, washing machine, fridge freezer and wall-mounted electric heater.
LOUNGE/DINER 20' 5" x 10' 3" (6.22m x 3.12m) A generous reception room with dual-aspect double glazed windows, laminate flooring and electric storage heater.
BEDROOM ONE 11' x 9' 11" (3.35m x 3.02m) Double glazed window, built-in wardrobe, electric heater and laminate flooring.
BEDROOM TWO 9' 10" x 6' 7" (3m x 2.01m) Double glazed window, electric heater and laminate flooring.
BATHROOM 6' 6" x 6' 5" (1.98m x 1.96m) Obscure double glazed window, panelled bath with shower attachment and shower screen, low-level WC, pedestal wash hand basin and electric heater, tiled wall.
PARKING One allocated parking space.
Location The Yard is conveniently situated within easy reach of Braintree town centre, where a range of shops, supermarkets, cafés, restaurants and everyday amenities can be found.
The town also offers a traditional High Street, the George Yard Shopping Centre and regular local bus services.
Braintree railway station is within walking distance and provides rail services towards Witham, where connections are available for London Liverpool Street.
The nearby Braintree Village outlet shopping destination offers a further choice of shops, restaurants and leisure facilities.
For motorists, the town provides access to the A120, connecting with the wider Essex road network and routes towards Chelmsford, Colchester and Stansted Airport.
Combining ground floor accommodation, allocated parking and convenient access to transport links and town centre amenities, this apartment is well placed for those seeking a home in a central Braintree location.
Value & comps
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Returns
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