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See how verdicts work2-bedroom semi-detached house · SS2 4AD
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About
Offered with no onward chain, this well presented two bedroom semi detached house is a fantastic opportunity for first time buyers or savvy investors.
Situated in a sought after location close to local amenities, the light and airy property boasts its own private driveway, two reception rooms, and a beautifully maintained East backing 60ft landscaped rear garden, perfect for entertaining or relaxing.
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Entrance Hall Entry to the property is through an external overhead porch area into a light and airy entrance hall, featuring light grey carpet, which continues into both reception rooms and upstairs bedrooms.
Door to the front aspect. Upvc double glazed window to the side aspect. Textured ceiling. Cupboard housing gas, electric meter and fuse board. Central heating thermostat.
Panelled door leading to lounge and glass panelled door leading to kitchen rooms. Stairs leading to first floor accommodation.
Lounge 3.76m into recess x 3.35m - Upvc double glazed window to the front aspect. Coved cornicing with textured ceiling and ceiling rose.
Feature fireplace with electric coal effect fire and gas feed. Single banked radiator. Additional door to the rear aspect through to 2nd reception room/dining room.
Dining Room 3.25m max x 2.74m - Upvc double glazed window to the rear aspect overlooking the landscaped rear garden. Single banked radiator. Access to kitchen.
Kitchen Door with window adjacent to the rear aspect gives access to the rear garden. Further upvc double glazed window to the side aspect.
The kitchen is fitted with a range of base units with roll edge work surfaces incorporating a single drainer sink unit with mixer tap and integrated four ring gas hob and oven.
Wall mounted storage cupboards. Part tiling to walls. Space and plumbing for washing machine and tumble drier. Smooth plastered ceiling. Space for fridge/freezer. Ceramic tiled floor.
Walk in larder cupboard housing central heating boiler. Landing Opaque upvc double glazed window to the side aspect. Smooth plastered ceiling. Loft access hatch with pull down ladder.
( Loft is full height, insulated, boarded and has power and light connected. ) Airing cupboard housing hot water tank and central heating controls.
Panelled doors leading to rooms: Bedroom One 5.36m into recess x 3.2m - Two upvc double glazed windows to the front aspect. Smooth plastered ceiling. Single banked radiator. Picture rail.
Bedroom Two 3.66m into door recess x 3.4m into wardrobes - Upvc double glazed window to the rear aspect overlooking well maintained garden and with a view over local allotments.
Smooth plastered ceiling. Picture rail. Single banked radiator. Built in fitted wardrobes. Separate W.c Opaque upvc double glazed window to the side aspect. Fitted with a low level w.c.
Smooth plastered ceiling. Extractor fan. Single banked radiator. Bathroom Opaque upvc double glazed window to the rear aspect.
Fitted with a white two piece suite comprising of panelled enclosed bath with wall mounted shower unit over and vanity wash hand basin with cupboard under. Smooth plastered ceiling.
Shaver point/light. Single banked radiator. Waterproofed and painted wood panelling. Exterior The secluded rear garden has been well maintained and measures an approx.
60ft in length commencing with a paved patio area with central paved pathway leading to the rear of the plot. The remainder is mainly laid to lawn with a selection of flower, tree and shrub borders.
Feature pond with rockery surround. Fenced boundaries. Side access gate. External lighting and water tap.
Large brick built shed incorporating 3 separate storage areas two of which have power connected.
To the front of the property off street parking facilities are provided for two vehicles via dropped curb, with a selection of flower and shrub borders.
Value & comps
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Returns
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About St Lukes Road, Southend-on-Sea, Essex, SS2
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