Two-bedroom maisonette with private garden—ideal first home or city buy-to-let..
Private garden accessed via external stairs, rare near city centre
Two double bedrooms and spacious living room
Long lease (990 years) and modest £200 service charge
Close walking distance to Chelmsford station and shops
Medium flood risk — may affect insurance and flood resilience
Above-average local crime rate — consider security and insurance costs
Exterior and attic require repair; garden is currently unkempt
Fast broadband and very affluent area supporting rental demand
This two-bedroom maisonette on Seymour Street offers practical city living with uncommon outdoor space for the location. Two double bedrooms, a good-sized living room and a modern galley kitchen make it ready to occupy or let quickly. The private garden accessed via external stairs is a standout feature close to Chelmsford city centre and the train station.
The property sits in a very affluent area with fast broadband and excellent local schools, including two outstanding secondaries nearby — a genuine draw for families and investors targeting strong rental demand. The long lease (990 years) and modest service charge (£200) are positive tenure details for buyers and landlords.
Buyers should note some material negatives: the exterior and attic need attention, the garden is currently unkempt, and the property faces a medium flood risk. Crime rates in the immediate area are above average, which may affect insurance and tenant choice. Overall this is a value-conscious purchase suited to first-time buyers wanting a city-centre garden or investors prepared to refurbish for rental uplift.