Summary - Lancer Street, Colchester CO2 7FS
2 bed 1 bath House
Compact two-bedroom home with private parking near Abbey Fields.
Private covered carport plus additional visitor parking and storage space
Bright open-plan lounge/dining room with large windows
Two double bedrooms — efficient, compact layouts
Small overall plot and modest internal space (approx. 590 sq ft)
Leasehold with 116 years remaining; check legal pack
Service charge £632 pa (below average); ground rent £250 pa
Area records higher-than-average crime — consider security
Close to Abbey Fields, good transport links, fast broadband
This modern two-bedroom coach house in Lancer Street offers compact, low-maintenance living with private off-street parking directly beneath the accommodation. At about 590 sq ft the layout is efficient: a bright open-plan lounge/diner, fitted kitchen and two double bedrooms suit a first-time buyer or downsizer seeking convenience near Abbey Fields and Colchester town centre.
Practical running costs are a plus — council tax is described as cheap and broadband and mobile signals are strong. The property is leasehold with 116 years remaining; the current service charge is £632 (below average) and ground rent £250 per year. These ongoing costs and the leasehold tenure are important to factor into affordability and mortgage criteria.
Notable negatives are the small overall plot and compact internal space, which limit garden and storage options despite a small external area and an additional storage space by the carport. The area reports higher crime than average, so buyers should consider security and local advice. The coach house’s straightforward modern specification means limited immediate maintenance, but buyers should check fixtures, appliances and the boiler and obtain full lease documentation before committing.
In short: a well-presented, efficient two-bed home in a popular Colchester location that delivers secure parking, good connectivity and nearby green space. It works especially well for first-time buyers wanting a move-in-ready property or investors seeking a city-centre rental, provided they accept leasehold costs and the compact footprint.
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