1 bed flat for sale

Watcombe Circus, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire NG5

Guide price £125,000 - £135,000

There’s something particularly appealing about an apartment that combines generous room proportions with character and a location that puts so much of Nottingham within easy reach.

Situated on the third floor of a characterful building on Watcombe Circus in Carrington, this one-bedroom apartment offers a lovely combination of high ceilings, spacious accommodation and modern finishes, creating a home that feels both welcoming and practical.

With a generous lounge offering space for dining, a modern fitted kitchen with integrated appliances, a comfortable double bedroom and a contemporary wet-room-style bathroom, there’s plenty here to appreciate.

The apartment has also benefited from additional loft insulation, helping to improve its energy efficiency and EPC rating.

The apartment is being sold with no onward chain, making it an appealing opportunity for first-time buyers, those looking for a manageable home or anyone wanting a convenient base close to Nottingham city centre.

Access to the building is provided through a secure communal entrance with an intercom system, with stairs leading up to the apartment on the third floor.

Once inside, you’re welcomed into a particularly spacious entrance hall, which immediately gives a sense of the accommodation on offer.

There’s plenty of room to create a welcoming entrance, with space for coats, shoes and other everyday essentials, rather than simply having a narrow corridor connecting the rooms.

Laminate flooring runs through the hallway and continues into the lounge and bedroom, creating a consistent finish throughout much of the apartment.

A central heating radiator provides warmth, while a useful storage cupboard houses the fuse board and offers somewhere to keep smaller household items tucked away.

The apartment also benefits from loft access via two separate hatches. Additional insulation has recently been installed within the loft, improving the property’s thermal efficiency and contributing to an improved EPC rating. It’s a worthwhile improvement that adds to the home’s overall appeal.

The hallway provides access to the lounge, bedroom and bathroom, allowing each room to remain separate and giving the apartment a practical, well-considered layout.

The lounge is a particularly generous room, with the high ceilings adding to the sense of space and character.

Positioned towards the rear of the building, a double-glazed window brings natural light into the room, while a central heating radiator and laminate flooring complete the space.

There’s ample room for comfortable lounge furniture, whether that’s a sofa, television unit, occasional chair or additional storage.

What makes the room particularly versatile is the opportunity to incorporate a dedicated dining area alongside the main living space.

Whether it’s somewhere to enjoy everyday meals, entertain friends or simply sit down with a coffee, having enough space for a dining table is a welcome feature in a one-bedroom apartment.

The room feels well suited to both relaxing and entertaining, with its generous proportions allowing the furniture to be arranged in a way that suits your lifestyle.

Leading from the lounge is the modern fitted kitchen, where a soft duck-egg-blue finish creates a lovely contrast against the white work surfaces.

The kitchen offers a combination of eye and base-level units, providing useful storage alongside the work surfaces and inset stainless-steel sink with adjoining drainer.

An induction hob, electric oven and extractor fan provide the main cooking facilities, while an integrated fridge/freezer and washing machine help keep the space neatly organised.

Two Velux roof windows positioned towards the rear allow natural light into the kitchen and provide ventilation, making the room feel bright and inviting.

It’s a kitchen that balances style with everyday practicality, offering everything needed without compromising the living space elsewhere in the apartment.

The bedroom sits towards the front of the property and is another generously proportioned room.

A double-glazed window provides natural light, while laminate flooring and a central heating radiator complete the space.

There’s ample room for a double bed alongside wardrobes, drawers and additional freestanding furniture, allowing you to create a comfortable bedroom without feeling restricted by the available space.

For a one-bedroom apartment, having this amount of flexibility is particularly appealing, especially for anyone who appreciates being able to arrange their furniture without having to compromise.

The bathroom offers a contemporary wet-room-style arrangement, combining practical facilities with a clean, modern finish.

There’s a shower area, WC and wash hand basin set within a vanity unit, providing useful storage for toiletries and everyday essentials.

Tiled flooring and partially tiled walls complement the space, while a heated towel radiator and double-glazed window provide additional comfort and natural light.

The apartment also benefits from gas central heating and double glazing, adding to its everyday practicality.

And then there’s the location.

Carrington is a well-established residential neighbourhood to the north of Nottingham city centre, positioned conveniently between the city and the popular neighbouring areas of Sherwood and Mapperley Park.

It’s a location that offers a particularly useful balance between having everyday amenities nearby and being able to enjoy everything Nottingham has to offer.

Mansfield Road provides a range of local shops, convenience stores, cafés, restaurants and other services, making it easy to pick up essentials or head out for something to eat without travelling far.

Continue towards Sherwood and you’ll find an even wider choice of independent businesses, coffee shops and places to eat, giving the surrounding area plenty of character.

For anyone who enjoys spending time outdoors, the Forest Recreation Ground is within the wider local area, providing open green space, walking routes and recreational facilities.

Nottingham city centre is also easily accessible, with bus services along Mansfield Road connecting the area with the city’s shops, restaurants, entertainment venues and employment opportunities.

Whether you’re commuting, meeting friends or enjoying a weekend in the city, it’s a location that makes getting around straightforward.

Ultimately, this is an apartment that offers more than you might expect from a one-bedroom home.

There’s a spacious entrance hall, generous lounge with room for dining, modern kitchen with integrated appliances, comfortable double bedroom and contemporary shower room, all complemented by the character of the building and its high ceilings.

The layout provides a welcome separation between the living and sleeping accommodation, while the modern kitchen, bathroom and additional loft insulation bring further practical benefits.

With no onward chain and a convenient Carrington location, this is an appealing opportunity for anyone looking for a characterful apartment with generous proportions and everyday convenience.

For buyers looking to establish themselves close to Nottingham city centre, this is certainly one worth viewing.

General Information:
Tenure: Leasehold. Local Authority: Nottingham City Council. The agency website indicates Tax band: A. Energy Rating: C. Lease Expiry: 16.10.2127. Service Charge: £100.00 pa. Ground Rent: £0. Sinking Fund: Yes. Water Meter Fitted: Yes.

Ben Sales, HomeMove Nottinghamshire:
Ben launched HomeMove Nottingham in 2020, bringing over a decade of estate agency experience and a fresh, personal approach to selling homes across Nottinghamshire & Derbyshire. Since then, Ben has built a reputation as one of the area’s most trusted independent agents, offering expert local knowledge, exceptional marketing and a service centered around achieving the best results for his sellers. This dedication has earned prestigious recognition, with HomeMove Nottingham named estas Best Agent in NG1 in 2025 and 2026!

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