Summary - HILLSIDE HOUSE 8 HILLSIDE GARDENS BRAINTREE CM7 1EJ
2 bed 1 bath Apartment
Two-bedroom first-floor flat near Braintree station — no onward chain, parking included..
No onward chain — ready for quick sale or let
Walking distance to Braintree town centre and railway station
Off-street parking available; communal garden areas
Double glazing throughout; 625 sq ft (approx)
Leasehold — ground rent shown as £10; further charges possible
Electric storage heating — check likely running costs
Mid-1967–75 build; may need cosmetic updating or maintenance
Very low local crime rate; fast broadband and good commuter links
This two-bedroom first-floor apartment in Hillside Gardens offers straightforward, commuter-friendly living within walking distance of Braintree town centre and the railway station. Sold with no onward chain and parking available, the flat is ready for immediate occupation or let to tenants quickly, making it attractive to first-time buyers and buy-to-let investors.
Set in a mid-20th century brick block, the apartment provides a bright lounge and a compact but functional kitchen, with two bedrooms and a bathroom. The property benefits from double glazing and secure off-street parking; total floor area is approximately 625 sq ft, suitable for a small household or as a rental unit.
Practical points to note: heating is by electric storage heaters, so running costs should be checked against your budget. The flat is leasehold (ground rent shown as £10, further lease/charges and pack fees may apply) and some buyers may want to commission service checks or a survey before purchase. The building dates from the 1967–75 era, so cosmetic updating or maintenance works may be required depending on buyer preference.
With very low local crime, fast broadband and an affluent wider area, this apartment offers a sensible, low-hassle entry to the Braintree market. Its proximity to schools, local amenities and transport links gives it reliable rental and resale appeal, especially for commuters and first-time buyers prepared to refresh the interior.
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