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(Guide Price £130,000 - £135,000) Boydens are delighted to present this spacious and well-maintained first-floor one-bedroom apartment, ideally situated on Alport Avenue, to the west of Colchester city centre.
Conveniently positioned within easy reach of local amenities, including Budgens, Sainsbury's Local, healthcare facilities, and excellent transport links, this property presents an ideal opportunity for first-time buyers, investors, or those looking to downsize.
The property offers bright and well-proportioned accommodation throughout.
Accessed via a communal entrance door, the apartment opens into a welcoming hallway with a generous built-in storage cupboard, providing practical space for coats, shoes, and household items.
An additional storage cupboard on the landing further enhances the property's excellent storage provision.
The spacious double bedroom offers ample room for a range of bedroom furniture, while the impressive lounge benefits from a large window that allows an abundance of natural light to flood the room, creating a bright and inviting living space ideal for both relaxing and entertaining.
The modern Wren fitted kitchen, installed approximately two years ago, is thoughtfully designed with a range of contemporary units, ample worktop space, and room for everyday appliances.
The property also benefits from a gas-fired combi boiler, providing efficient heating and hot water throughout the year.
Externally, residents can enjoy access to well-maintained communal gardens and unrestricted on-street parking.
Further advantages include a low annual service charge of approximately £700 per annum, a ground rent of just £10 per annum, and approximately 85 years remaining on the lease, making this an affordable and appealing purchase in a sought-after residential location.
Alport Avenue is accessed via Drury Road and forms part of a well-established residential area approximately one mile west of Colchester city centre.
The location is particularly convenient, offering easy access by foot, car, or public transport to a wide range of amenities.
Nearby facilities include convenience stores, supermarkets, doctors' surgeries, dental practices, cafés, and takeaway restaurants.
Families are well served by a selection of highly regarded schools, including Hamilton Primary School and Philip Morant School and College.
For commuters, Colchester Town railway station is approximately one mile away, while Colchester North Station, offering direct services to London Liverpool Street, is around 1.5 miles from the property.
Colchester city centre provides an extensive range of shopping, leisure, and cultural attractions, including the historic Castle Park, the vibrant city centre shopping districts, and the renowned Firstsite contemporary art gallery.
ENTRANCE HALLWAY - 15'7'' x 2'11'' (4.7m x 0.9m) BEDROOM - 10'1'' x 12' (3.1m x 3.7m) LIVING ROOM - 12'9'' x 11'11'' (3.9m x 3.6m) KITCHEN - 7'7'' x 9'8'' (2.3m x 2.9m) BATHROOM - 6'9'' x 4'9'' (2.1m x 1.4m) STORE ROOM - 3'10'' x 5'9'' (1.2m x 1.8m) Length of Lease – 85 years Service Charge - £58.00 monthly Ground Rent – £10.00 annually AGENT NOTE Local Authority – Colchester City Council.
Broadband Availability – Ultrafast Broadband available with speeds of up to 1000 Mbps (details obtained from Ofcom Mobile and Broadband Checker) – July 2026 Mobile Coverage - It is understood that the best available service in the area is provided by THREE with 81% performance.
VODAFONE, O2 and EE all also cover the area with slightly lower performance ratings.
(details obtained from Ofcom Mobile and Broadband Checker) July 2026 Utilities - Mains Electric /Mains Gas /Mains Water /Mains Sewerage Construction Type - We understand the property to be of Traditional Construction of brick Flood Risk - Data Taken from Gov.UK Flood Map – checked July 2026 - The property is at a low risk of flooding Planning Applications in the Immediate Locality - checked July 2026 – We are not aware of any planning applications in the immediate locality.
MONEY LAUNDERING REGULATIONS - Please be advised that all purchasers will need to adhere to current laws of money laundering and therefore will need to provide Boydens Estate Agents photographic identification and proof of residency identification before any transaction is started to comply with the legislation.
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