1-bedroom house · CB5 8PA
Let agreedListed 34 days · slow let
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Couples Accepted | Private En-Suite | Available October 5th | All Bills Included This exceptionally spacious and modern double room features its own private en-suite bathroom, offering superior comfort, independence, and ample space suitable for a couple or single professional.
Situated on Newmarket Road, a central and vibrant artery of Cambridge (CB5), the property is maintained to a clean, contemporary standard throughout.
The room comes fully furnished with a double bed, extensive wardrobe storage, and a dedicated workspace-making it an ideal, hassle-free turn-key move for early October.
All utility bills are included in the rent (gas, electricity, water, broadband, and council tax), ensuring a completely stress-free, all-inclusive monthly payment with no hidden extras.
Location Highlights: Premier Retail, Tech Corridor & Central Connectivity Newmarket Road boasts one of the most practical and best-connected positions in Cambridge, providing direct access to major shopping complexes, riverside green spaces, and the city core: Retail Parks & Supermarkets: Unbeatable shopping convenience directly on your doorstep.
You are just a short stroll from Cambridge Retail Park and the Beehive Centre, featuring a massive Asda Superstore, Marks & Spencer, Lidl, Boots, and multiple 24-hour gym facilities.
The Chisholm Trail Cycle Highway: Capitalise on Cambridge's elite transport infrastructure.
Immediate access to the Chisholm Trail and the Abbey-Chesterton Bridge allows you to cycle safely and entirely traffic-free across the river to the Cambridge Science Park or Cambridge North Station in around 10 minutes.
River Cam & Midsummer Common: Located moments from the scenic River Cam towpaths and the expansive green spaces of Midsummer Common and Stourbridge Common-perfect for morning runs, outdoor relaxation, and popular waterside pubs like The Fort St George.
City Centre Access: Enjoy an effortless walk (approx.
15-20 minutes) or a swift 5-minute cycle straight down Newmarket Road into the historic city core, Market Square, Grand Arcade, and university colleges.
Regular bus corridors also run right past the property.
Cambridge Mainline Station: Reach the main railway station quickly via dedicated cycle paths or direct bus routes for fast rail connections into London King's Cross and Liverpool Street.
Strategic Road Connections: Excellent vehicle connectivity with immediate, direct access to the A14, A11, and M11 corridors, making regional travel completely seamless.
Council Tax Band: Included in rent (Cambridge City Council) Holding Deposit: £190 Bedroom 2 Ground floor - double ensuite
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