4-bedroom detached house · CO3 9EA
Sold STCListed 237 days
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About
** GUIDE PRICE £400,000 - £425,000 ** ***PART EXCHANGE CONSIDERED** Nestled in a desirable area of Colchester, this substantial four bedroom detached family home presents an exceptional opportunity for discerning buyers seeking space, comfort, and convenience.
This property is designed to cater to modern family living, combining generous proportions with practical features.
Upon entering, you are greeted by a welcoming entrance hall that leads to the principal living areas.
The ground floor thoughtfully comprises two versatile reception rooms, providing ample space for both formal entertaining and relaxed family gatherings.
A convenient cloakroom is also located on this level, enhancing the practicality of the home. Ascending to the first floor, you will find four generously sized bedrooms.
The master bedroom benefits from its own private en suite shower room, providing a touch of luxury and privacy.
A separate family bathroom serves the remaining three bedrooms, ensuring ample facilities for the entire household. Externally, this property truly excels.
It boasts a double garage, offering secure parking and additional storage solutions, complemented by a spacious driveway that provides further off-road parking for multiple vehicles.
The private rear garden is a delightful feature, presenting an ideal outdoor space for relaxation, al fresco dining, and children's play.
The location in Colchester is highly advantageous, placing residents within easy reach of a wide array of local amenities.
This detached family home represents a fantastic opportunity to acquire a spacious and well-located property. Early viewing is essential to fully appreciate all that this wonderful home has to offer.
Entrance Hallway Entrance door, double glazed window, storage cupboard, stairs rising to the first floor landing, doors leading off Cloakroom 3'3" x 5'11" Double glazed window, low level WC, wash hand basin Kitchen 12' x 7'11" Double glazed window, wall and base level units, sink and drainer with mixer tap over, oven and hob, extractor fan, worktops, space for appliances, radiator Dining Room 12' x 9'3" Sliding doors, space for dining table and chairs, radiator, opening to: Lounge 18'2" x 11'4" French doors, radiator First Floor Landing Double glazed window, storage cupboard, doors leading off Master Bedroom 10'4" x 11'4" Double glazed window, radiator, wardrobe, door to: En Suite 5'8" x 6'4" Double glazed window, low level WC, wash hand basin, shower cubicle, radiator Bedroom 7' x 9'5" Double glazed window, radiator Bedroom 9'6" x 8' Double glazed window, radiator Bedroom 9'6" x 6' Double glazed window, radiator, storage cupboard Bathroom 6'6" x 5'5" Double glazed window, low level WC, wash hand basin, bath with shower over, radiator Front of Property Double garage and driveway providing off road parking Rear Garden Fully enclosed and private, laid to lawn, patio area, shed Agents note: Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Compliance As part of our commitment to meeting UK Anti-Money Laundering (AML) regulations, Harris + Wood are required by law to confirm the identity of all purchasers before a sale can proceed.
To make this process as straightforward as possible, we work with an independent verification service, Clearcheck, who conduct these checks on our behalf.
A small verification fee applies for each purchaser. These checks must be fully completed and verified before we are able to progress with your purchase.
Value & comps
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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.
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