1-bedroom house · DT1 2DW
Sold STCReduced £5k (−2.7%) on 11 SepListed 186 days
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About
A one-bedroom freehold property, conveniently located close to the town centre and train station, and offered for sale with no onward chain.
The Property This freehold one-bedroom house is ideally situated just a short walk from Brewery Square, the train station, and within easy reach of the town centre.
An excellent opportunity for a first-time buyer, the property offers well-presented and practical accommodation throughout.
The ground floor comprises an entrance porch leading into a bright sitting room, complete with laminate flooring, a TV connection, and an archway opening into the kitchen.
The kitchen is fitted with a range of cupboards and drawers, along with work surfaces incorporating a sink and drainer.
There is space for an electric oven and additional white goods, as well as a useful alcove providing storage and room for an upright fridge/freezer.
Upstairs, the property features a double bedroom and a bathroom fitted with a WC, pedestal basin, and a bath with an electric shower and screen over.
Further benefits include an allocated parking space, UPVC double glazing, gas central heating (with a combi boiler located in the loft), and an external store cupboard.
Outside The front garden is designed for low maintenance, being predominantly laid to paving slabs with a raised border stocked with shrubs and flowers.
There is also space for wheelie bin storage and access via a front gate.
Situation The county town offers a wide range of shops, restaurants, and leisure facilities, including the popular Brewery Square development, which provides a variety of retail outlets, dining options, and a cinema.
Well-known supermarkets such as Waitrose, Tesco, and Sainsbury’s are all easily accessible, while Dorset County Hospital is nearby, along with a number of highly regarded schools.
Dorchester is exceptionally well connected, with both Dorchester South and Dorchester West stations offering mainline rail services to London Waterloo and Bristol Temple Meads respectively, making it ideal for commuters.
The town also benefits from a vibrant sporting community, with a range of clubs including cricket, rugby, football, tennis, and golf.
In addition, the surrounding countryside offers an extensive network of footpaths and bridleways, perfect for walking and riding.
Just a short distance away lies the renowned Jurassic Coast, with its sandy beaches, dramatic coastal walks, and opportunities for a variety of water sports.
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Broadband - Ultrafast speed available Mobile - There is mobile coverage in the area, please refer to Ofcom’s website for more details. () Council Tax Band: A (Dorset Council
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About 31, Alfred Road, Dorchester
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