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About
Located to the north of Colchester in the popular Highwoods area is this newly decorated two-bedroom first-floor apartment, offering excellent access to the A12, Severalls Business Park and a range of local amenities.
The property has recently undergone a programme of refurbishment by the current owner, including new flooring and redecoration throughout.
Ideal for both first-time buyers and investors, the property is accessed via a communal hallway with stairs leading to the private entrance door.
Internally, the accommodation comprises an entrance hallway, a spacious living/dining room, a modern fitted kitchen, a separate study, two well-proportioned bedrooms and a family bathroom suite.
Externally, the property benefits from an allocated parking space and access to a small communal garden area.
Highwoods is a popular residential area known for Highwoods Country Park, offering woodland walks, lakes and scenic views across Colchester.
The location provides excellent access to the A12 and Severalls Business Park, while a range of amenities are within walking distance, including a large Tesco Extra, a doctor’s surgery, and both primary and secondary schools.
The area is also well connected by regular bus services to the town centre and Colchester General Hospital, which is approximately 1.5 miles away.
A further mile beyond the hospital is Colchester North Station, providing direct rail links to Ipswich, Norwich and London Liverpool Street.
Entrance Hallway Living Room/Dining Room 16' 1" x 14' 7" (4.90m x 4.45m) Kitchen 7' 9" x 8' 0" (2.36m x 2.44m) Study 6' 9" x 6' 4" (2.06m x 1.93m) Bedroom One 15' 0" x 10' 5" (4.57m x 3.17m) Bedroom Two 11' 10" x 6' 10" (3.61m x 2.08m) Bathroom 6' 10" x 6' 1" (2.08m x 1.85m) Agents Notes & Lease Information We have been advised by the current owner that there us 962 years remaining, with the service charge and ground rent to be confirmed.
Value & comps
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