1 bed flat for sale

Albany Gardens, Colchester CO2

1 Bedroom Ground Floor Apartment | Popular University Location | Allocated Parking

Situated in the ever-popular Albany Gardens development, this one-bedroom ground floor flat offers modern accommodation in a convenient location close to the University of Essex, Colchester town centre, and excellent transport links. Ideal for first-time buyers, downsizers, or investors, the property benefits from allocated parking, a well-maintained communal setting, and excellent rental demand due to its proximity to the university.

Accommodation:

Entrance Hall – with 2 storage cupboards and doors to all rooms.

Open-Plan Living/Dining Room – light main reception area with plenty of natural light via dual aspect windows and space for both seating and dining furniture.

Kitchen – fitted with a range of modern wall and base units, work surfaces, and integrated appliances including oven, hob, and extractor. Space for further appliances.

Bedroom – generous double bedroom with fitted wardrobe.

Bathroom – three-piece suite comprising panelled bath with shower over, WC, and wash basin with tiled surrounds.

Outside:

The apartment benefits from an allocated parking space. The development enjoys attractive communal areas and well-kept pathways, creating a pleasant and secure environment.

Location:

Located within the Albany Gardens development, the property is a short distance from the University of Essex campus, making it a highly desirable option for students and investors. Colchester Hythe Station is nearby, offering connections to London Liverpool Street, and Colchester town centre provides a full range of shopping, dining, and leisure facilities. The River Colne and local green spaces add to the appeal of this convenient central location.

Property Ownership Information

Tenure

Leasehold

Council Tax Band

A

Annual Ground Rent

£199.00

Ground Rent Review Period

Every 1 year

Annual Service Charge

£1,960.00

Service Charge Review Period

Every 1 year

Lease End Date

01/01/2159

Property Description Disclaimer

This is a general description of the property only, and is not intended to constitute part of an offer or contract. It has been verified by the seller(s), unless marked as "draft". Purplebricks conducts some valuations online and some of our customers prepare their own property descriptions, so if you decide to proceed with a viewing or an offer, please note this information may have been provided solely by the vendor, and we may not have been able to visit the property to confirm it. If you require clarification on any point then please contact us, especially if you’re traveling some distance to view. All information should be checked by your solicitor prior to exchange of contracts.

Successful buyers will be required to complete anti-money laundering and proof of funds checks. Our partner, Lifetime Legal Limited, will carry out the initial checks on our behalf. The current non-refundable cost is £80 inc. VAT per offer. You’ll need to pay this to Lifetime Legal and complete all checks before we can issue a memorandum of sale. The cost includes obtaining relevant data and any manual checks and monitoring which might be required, and includes a range of benefits. Purplebricks will receive some of the fee taken by Lifetime Legal to compensate for its role in providing these checks.