Guide price
£495,000
(£486/sq. ft)
3 bed flat for saleMarlborough Court, Cambridge CB3
3 beds
2 baths
1 reception
1,019 sq. ft
EPC Rating: D
- Chain free
- Leasehold
Redmayne Arnold & Harris
.png)
About this property
1018 sqft / 94 sqm
1970’s top floor apartment
Garage
Residents and visitor parking bays
Gas-fired heating to radiators
Council tax band – F
EPC – D / 65
No onward chain
Beautifully maintained grounds with communal gardens and manicured lawns
3 bedrooms, 2 reception rooms, 1 bathroom, utility room / WC
A spacious three-bedroom, top floor apartment in Pinehurst, benefitting from a high degree of natural light and lovely views across established grounds within this prestigious development off Grange Road.
Marlborough Court was built in the 1970s and sits towards the rear of this mature and sought-after central development, popular with academics and families. The property is located on the top floor and benefits from lots of natural light and views across the development and beyond, from all principal rooms. The property requires sympathetic modernisation throughout and replacement windows.
A ground floor reception lobby provides access to a staircase and lift, which lead to all floors.
The entrance hall to Flat 18 has built-in storage and leads to all principal rooms. The spacious living room has large, dual aspect windows and opens into a dining space adjacent to the kitchen. The kitchen is well-equipped and provides a range of matching units and drawers, working surfaces with an inset sink, an electric hob with extractor fan, Neff oven, fridge/freezer and a dishwasher.
There are three spacious bedrooms, a bathroom suite and a utility room/WC, which houses a Bosch washing machine. Further storage can be found on the 4th floor landing where there are four large exterior storage cupboards, one for each of the four flats.
Outside, extensive and beautifully maintained gardens offer tranquil spaces for residents and guests to enjoy. There are parking bays available for residents and their guests, areas for secure bicycle storage and Flat 18 has a garage. There are also electric charging parking spaces.
Location
Marlborough Court, forms part of the leafy, Pinehurst development, which is located in the highly regarded west city area of Newnham. The development is situated opposite Selwyn College, and enjoys a secluded parkland setting, within the conservation area and is convenient for access to the city centre and many of the University departments. Local shopping facilities are available in Newnham and include a post office, general store, pharmacy and a small supermarket, and for recreation there is Lammas land and the river close-by. For the commuter the station and M11 are both within two miles, whilst the city centre is easily accessed by bicycle or on foot.
Tenure
Leasehold with share of freehold.
The owner of each of the leasehold flats in Amhurst, Westberry and Marlborough Courts, New Pinehurst, is a member of New Pinehurst Residents’ Association (Cambridge) Limited, which owns the freehold for the flats and their surrounding grounds.
Lease is 999 years with 965 years remaining.
Ground rent - We understand that there is no Ground Rent payable.
Service charge - Service charge - £2,121 payable every 6 months and includes central heating, water rates, buildings insurance, garden and building maintenance, full-time caretaker and window cleaning. This is reviewed annually and adjusted according to related costs.
The management company is Encore.
Services
Main services connected include: Water, electricity, gas and mains drainage.
Statutory Authorities
Cambridge City Council.
Council Tax Band - F
Fixtures And Fittings
The vendor has informed us that all fixtures and fittings are included in the sale of the leasehold interest.
Viewing
Strictly by appointment through the vendor’s sole agents, Redmayne Arnold and Harris.
Zoopla tools
Stamp duty calculator
Our instant calculator helps you understand how much stamp duty is due on property purchases in England & Northern Ireland. Read the latest stamp duty news
This calculation is intended as a guide only. We are unable to provide financial advice, so it's important to consult with an adviser. It applies to UK residents purchasing residential properties in England and Northern Ireland, but does not apply if the purchase is made through a company.
Zoopla insights
Sign in and gain expert analysis to make informed decisions.
More information
Tenure
Leasehold (933 years)
Service charge
£4,242 per year
Council tax band
F
Ground rent
Ground rent date of next review