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See how verdicts work1-bedroom flat · IP4 5AL
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About
Offered to market with no onward chain is this one bedroom, second floor ex council flat.
Located in a close in East Ipswich, the property is well presented through-out and benefits from gas central heating, double-glazing, communal gardens and secure communal entrance.
The property would make an ideal first-time buyer purchase or buy to let.
As agents, we recommend the earliest possible internal viewing to appreciate the quality of accommodation on offer which comprises hallway, living room, kitchen, bedroom and bathroom.
Leasehold information: - Lease – 125 years from 2022 (122 years remaining) - Service charge - £764.35 for 2025 (higher this year due to outside works being done; £425.00 for 2024) The county town of Ipswich offers a range of local amenities including schools, university, shops, doctors, dental surgeries, hospital, two theatres, parks including the popular Orwell Country Park, recreational facilities, and mainline railway station providing direct links to London Liverpool Street Station with a journey time of approximately 1hr 15mins.
The vibrant waterfront has undergone an extensive rebuilding and gentrification programme and now boasts some fashionable bars and restaurants, together with the University of Suffolk.
Ground Floor Entrance Communal entrance into the block. Stairs to the second floor and to the flat. Outside Flat Cupboard housing gas combi boiler.
Front Door Into: Hallway Radiator and two built-in cupboards. Living Room (4.17m x 3.53m) Double-glazed window to the front aspect and radiator.
Kitchen (2.64m x 2.16m) Double-glazed window to the rear aspect, fitted with a range of eye and base level units and work surfaces, inset sink and drainer, tiled splashback, extractor fan, space and plumbing for washing machine, space for cooker and space for fridge freezer.
Bedroom (4.17m x 2.87m) Double-glazed window to the front aspect and radiator.
Bathroom (1.98m x 1.65m) Double-glazed obscure window to the rear aspect, three-piece suite comprising bath with shower over, WC and hand wash basin, part tiled walls and radiator.
Outside Communal gardens with washing lines.
Value & comps
No previous sales on record.
Returns
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