Studio flat · CO4 5YE
Listing removedListed 129 days · slow let
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About
A modern and well presented studio apartment located to the north of Colchester, providing fantastic access to the A12.
The studio apartment is located on the fourth floor and there is lift access within the building.
Accommodation comprises entrance hall, with storage cupboard, shower room, studio room and kitchen with integrated appliances.
The property benefits from double glazed windows, has electric heating and also has an allocated parking space. Please note water rates are included within the monthly rent.
Furthermore the property has just been re-decorated and had new carpets laid Important Information Letting information The rent is exclusive of utilities and council tax.
Deposit: £836.53 or our deposit replacement product. Availability: NOW!
Non Smokers Council tax band A EPC rating D Services - We understand that mains water, drainage and electricity are connected to the property.
Broadband Availability - Standard and Superfast available (Ofcom Broadband Checker - June 2026).
Mobile Coverage - It is understood that the best available mobile coverage in the area is provided by O2, EE, and Three.
(Ofcom Mobile Checker – June 2026) Holding deposit Prospective applicants will be required to pay a Holding Deposit to Fenn Wright, equivalent to a maximum of 1 week's rent.
Once the holding deposit has been received, Fenn Wright will suspend marketing of the rental property for a period of 15 calendar days subject to referencing commencing promptly.
Upon successful references being completed, acceptable and the tenancy being confirmed by Fenn Wright, the holding deposit paid will then contribute towards the first month's rental payment.
Value & comps
No previous sales on record.
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Returns
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Deal
Properties like this can earn 2–3x BTL yields when converted to HMO, with retrofit costs around £10k/room. Sign in to see the full tier, yield projection, and cost breakdown.
Commercial properties like this can earn 30-50% higher yields when converted to residential under Class MA / Q / P / PA, with prior approval costing ~GBP 96/unit. Sign in to see the recommended route, yield uplift, and cost breakdown.
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About De Grey Road, Colchester, Essex, CO4
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