Summary - THE DEPOT 7 FAIRFIELD ROAD BRAINTREE CM7 3AG
1 bed 1 bath Apartment
Affordable shared-ownership flat close to station and shops.
First-floor one-bed, approx. 447 sq ft, good double bedroom
40% shared ownership; combined rent and service ~£485 pcm
Service charge high: £5,820 per year (above average)
Lease length approx. 107 years remaining
EPC B (82); Nest smart heating and double glazing
Walkable to Braintree station and town centre amenities
Small communal garden; secure entry system in block
Area records very high crime — check local safety information
A one-bedroom first-floor apartment offered as 40% shared ownership in the centre of Braintree, ideal for a first-time buyer seeking an affordable entry onto the property ladder. The flat totals about 447 sq ft, has an EPC B (82), and benefits from modern features such as Nest smart heating, double glazing and a fitted kitchen. The property is within easy walking distance of the railway station with links to London Liverpool Street and town-centre amenities.
The living room is dual aspect with a Juliet balcony that brings in natural light; the bedroom is a good-sized double. There is a small communal garden and secure entry to the block. Broadband speeds are fast and mobile signal is excellent, supporting home working and streaming. The building was constructed in 2003–2006 and has cavity wall insulation.
Important practical points: this is shared ownership (40% share) with a combined rent and service charge of approximately £485 pcm; the annual service charge is noted as £5,820 (above average). The lease has about 107 years remaining. The area records very high crime levels — buyers should consider security and insurance implications and check local crime reports.
No onward chain and a reasonably low council tax band make this a straightforward purchase for an owner-occupier looking to get on the ladder. The flat is compact and suited to singles or couples; any buyer should budget for ongoing communal costs and consider the limits of shared ownership when planning future sale or staircasing.
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