Guide price
£290,000
2 bed flat for saleGladeside, Cambridge CB4
2 beds
2 baths
1 reception
EPC Rating: C
- Leasehold
Cooke Curtis & Co
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About this property
67 sqm / 721 sqft
Leasehold
Top floor apartment
2 bed, 1 recep, 2 bath
Allocated parking
2007
EPC - C / 80
Council tax band - C
This modern and well-presented two-bedroom top (second) floor apartment enjoys a prime position within walking distance of Cambridge North Station, the Business and Science Parks, and the River Cam, making it ideal for professionals and commuters alike. Set in a sought-after development, the property offers bright and spacious living, complete with an en-suite to the master bedroom, a Juliet balcony, allocated parking, and secure shared cycle storage.
You’re welcomed into the apartment by a generous entrance hall, featuring two large and practical storage cupboards. From here, you’ll find a stylish family bathroom and two double bedrooms, including a spacious master with its own modern en-suite shower room. The second bedroom offers flexible use as a guest room or home office.
The heart of the home is the open-plan living and dining area, flooded with natural light thanks to full-height windows and French doors that open onto a Juliet balcony, Ideal for enjoying a summer breeze. The adjoining kitchen is contemporary and well-equipped, providing ample storage and worktop space.
Built in 2007, the apartment is Leasehold with 107 years remaining on a 125-year lease. The annual service charge is £1,940, which includes ground rent. Firstport is the managing agent, and Homeground is the freeholder.
The owner is currently installing a brand-new boiler, which will be covered by a 7-year warranty. In addition, the apartment was fully redecorated in 2020, including new carpets and flooring throughout.
Chesterton has a bustling community with an excellent range of local facilities and amenities including a Post Office, medical centre, two churches and a number of public houses, takeaways and restaurants. The area is well serviced with nearby smaller shops such as a Co-op and Tesco Express, whilst a Tesco superstore and the Newmarket Road retail parks can also be found within a mile of the property. A walk or cycle along the riverside will take you to the City or to various nearby green spaces including Midsummer Common and Stourbridge Common.
For the London commuter, Cambridge North Railway Station is just a few minutes cycle ride away, which has direct services to London Kings Cross and Liverpool Street. The Guided Busway is within easy reach, as is the City's Park & Ride. The Cambridge Science Park is about 1.5 miles away.
There are a number of nearby schools including Shirley Community Primary School and Chesterton Primary School, both of which are ofsted rated as 'good'. Secondary schooling is also available at Chesterton Community College, which is ofsted rated as 'outstanding'.
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Tenure
Leasehold (107 years)
Service charge
£1,940 per year
Council tax band
Ground rent
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