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See how verdicts work2-bedroom bungalow · IG5 0JN
For saleListed 30 days
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GUIDE PRICE £500,000-£550,000.
Situated on a highly desirable residential road in Clayhall, this two bedroom detached bungalow presents an exciting opportunity for those looking to create their ideal home.
Requiring some updating throughout, the property offers excellent potential for extension and further improvement, subject to the necessary planning permissions and consents.
The existing accommodation is arranged over two levels, with the master bedroom located on the upper floor and benefiting from its own en-suite, offering a degree of privacy and versatility rarely found in a bungalow.
On the ground floor, the property features a generous open-plan living space, creating a bright and flexible area for everyday living and entertaining.
There is also a separate reception room, which could alternatively be used as a second bedroom, together with a kitchen and useful utility room.
The utility room provides access to a convenient ground floor WC.
Externally, the property benefits from a good-sized frontage with off-street parking for up to two cars, as well as an attached garage.
To the rear is a particularly impressive garden measuring in excess of 80ft in length, providing a fantastic outdoor space and further potential for those looking to extend and enhance the property.
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a detached bungalow in a sought-after Clayhall location, with the combination of a substantial garden, garage, parking and scope to create a bespoke family home.
The property is offered Chain Free. Storm Porch Tiled floor, coat cupboard, windows and door to front.
Lounge/Diner 19'8" red to 12'10" X 18'5" red to 13'9" into bay Bay window to front, window to flank, two further windows to opposite flank, stairs to first floor, radiator in the bay, two additional radiators.
Bedroom Two/Dining Room 11'5" X 7'3" Obscured window to flank, radiator, cornice coving to ceiling. Inner Lobby Access to utility room, ground floor wc and kitchen.
Kitchen Area 13'2" X 9'3" Door to rear to garden, tiled floor, radiator, service hatch to living area, selection of eye and base level units, tiled walls, space for dishwasher, single sink and drainer unit, integrated double oven/grill, space for fridge/freezer, integrated hob and extractor hood.
Utility Room 7'1" X 6'5" Window to rear, space for washing machine, storage cupboard, radiator, access to ground floor wc.
Ground Floor Wc Tiled floor and walls, obscured window to rear, low level flush wc, pedestal wash hand basin, radiator, spot lighting.
First Floor Landing Access to loft, three storage cupboards in the Eaves.
Master Bedroom 17'9" red to 13'6" X 15'7" Window to flank, fitted wardrobes, radiator, cornice coving to ceiling, two further fitted wardrobes.
En-suite Bathroom and Wc Velux window to rear, tiled floor, wash basin, tiled walls, low level flush wc, radiator, tiled in bath with mains shower over.
Front Garden Paved as off street parking for up to 3 cars leading to the garage via dropped kerb, planting beds with extra potential for more off street parking, subject to council approval.
Rear Garden 80'5" in length Gated side access from front, access to the garage, immediate patio area, mainly laid to lawn, external tap.
Attached Garage 14'6" X 7'9" Up and over door to front, power and lighting, wall mounted boiler. Agents Note Council tax is Band E with London Borough of Redbridge.
This is a probate sale and the probate application has been submitted, but the grant of probate is awaited.
Disclaimer haart Estate Agents also offer a professional, ARLA accredited Lettings and Management Service.
If you are considering renting your property in order to purchase, are looking at buy to let or would like a free review of your current portfolio then please call the Lettings Branch Manager on the number shown above.
haart Estate Agents is the seller's agent for this property. Your conveyancer is legally responsible for ensuring any purchase agreement fully protects your position.
We make detailed enquiries of the seller to ensure the information provided is as accurate as possible. Please inform us if you become aware of any information being inaccurate.
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