1 bed flat for sale

Sheepen Place, Colchester, Essex CO3

A well-presented one-bedroom second-floor apartment situated in Sheepen Place, Colchester. This leasehold property offers modern and convenient living with the benefit of low service charges, off-road parking, communal gardens, and lift access. Ideally suited to first-time buyers, investors, or those seeking a low-maintenance home close to Colchester town centre and its amenities.

Key features

One-bedroom second-floor apartment.

Leasehold tenure.

Annual service charge: £180 (includes gas and water).

Ground rent: £215 per year.

Lift access to all floors.

Off-road parking.

Communal gardens.

Convenient location with access to shops, transport, and Colchester town centre.

Detailed description
Building & setting

The apartment is located within a purpose-built development designed for modern urban living. The building includes a lift providing easy access to the upper floors, well-kept communal areas, landscaped gardens, and designated parking.

Accommodation

Entrance hall: Secure entry system and hallway leading to the main accommodation, with space for coats or storage units.

Living area: A bright and spacious lounge with space for both seating and dining, enhanced by natural light from large windows. The open layout offers flexibility in furniture arrangement, making it ideal for modern living.

Kitchen: Compact yet functional fitted kitchen, designed for convenience and efficiency, with a range of base and wall units, worktops, sink, and space for appliances.

Bedroom: A well-sized double bedroom offering comfortable sleeping space and room for storage or wardrobes.

Bathroom: Family-style bathroom with bath or shower over, WC and hand basin, finished with practical fittings and tiles.

Amenities & facilities

Off-road parking: Dedicated or communal parking ensures convenience for residents and visitors.

Communal gardens: Landscaped grounds maintained through the service charge, providing shared green space for relaxation.

Lift access: Servicing all levels of the building, making the property easily accessible.

Financial & tenure information

Tenure: Leasehold.

Service charge: £180 per year, covering gas and water - a particularly low and attractive outlay.

Ground rent: £215 per year.

Management: Communal areas, gardens, and services maintained by the freeholder/management company as part of the service charge.

Market appeal & suitability

First-time buyers: Affordable entry point into the property market with low annual charges.

Investors: Strong rental appeal due to location, parking, and included utilities.

Downsizers or professionals: Low-maintenance living in a secure block with modern facilities.

Summary

This one-bedroom second-floor apartment in Sheepen Place, Colchester, offers a rare balance of affordability, practicality, and convenience. With low annual outgoings that include gas and water, off-road parking, communal gardens, and lift access, the property is ideal for buyers seeking secure and low-maintenance living close to the amenities of Colchester town centre.

Viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate the size and potential of this property.

Buyer Process: Our customers use British Homebuyers to either purchase or assist in selling properties quickly and reliably. Therefore any new applicants to purchase are subject to vetting to ensure they meet strict criteria.

Exclusivity Fee:

You can secure the purchase today by paying an exclusivity fee of £2,000 which gives you the rights to purchase within a given timeframe. The exclusivity fee is returned to you upon successful completion of the property.

A processing fee of £200 is required in order to draw up an exclusive legally binding contract between the buyer and seller. This gives the buyer exclusive rights to purchase within a pre-agreed timeframe.

Paying this fee ensures that the seller takes their property off the market and reserves it exclusively for you, therefore eliminating the risk of gazumping and aborted costs.

Disclaimer

The particulars are set out as a general outline only for the guidance of intended purchasers and do not constitute, any part of a contract. Nothing in these particulars shall be deemed to be a statement that the property is in good structural condition or otherwise nor that any of the services, appliances, equipment or facilities are in good working order. Purchasers should satisfy themselves of this prior to purchasing. The photograph(s) depict only certain parts of the property. It should not be assumed that any contents/furniture etc. Photographed are included in the sale. It should not be assumed that the property remains as displayed in the photograph(s). No assumption should be made with regard to parts of the property that have not been photographed. Any areas, measurements, aspects or distances referred to are given as a guide only and are not precise. If such details are fundamental to a purchase, purchasers must rely on their own enquiries. Descriptions of the property are subjective and are used in good faith as an opinion and not as a statement of fact. Please make further inquiries to ensure that our descriptions are likely to match any expectations you may have.