Summary - 9 CANBERRA CLOSE CHELMSFORD CM1 2EF
2 bed 1 bath Flat
Chain-free two-bed flat near Chelmsford station — ideal first home or rental..
- Chain free top-floor two-bedroom apartment
- Approx. 786 sq ft; good storage throughout
- 1.6 miles walk to Chelmsford station (mainline links)
- Gas central heating and double glazing (pre-2002)
- Leasehold: ~94 years remaining; service charge ~ 1,200 p.a.
- Small ground rent; council tax cheap
- Area classified as deprived with higher crime levels
- Cavity walls likely uninsulated; may need energy upgrades
This chain-free, top-floor two-bedroom flat sits within walking distance (approx. 1.6 miles) of Chelmsford rail station, making it a practical first home or buy-to-let starter. The apartment offers a lounge/diner with bay window, two double bedrooms and gas central heating throughout. The layout is traditional and well maintained internally, with built-in kitchen appliances and ample storage.
Practical running costs are reasonable: council tax is low, mains gas central heating is installed, and the lease has around 94 years remaining. Communal grounds provide outdoor space and the building has double glazing (installed before 2002). The property’s size (c. 786 sq ft) and straightforward plan make it easy to furnish and manage.
Buyers should note material factors: the property is leasehold with an average service charge of about 1,200 p.a. and a small ground rent. The local area scores as deprived with higher crime levels and some social challenges; nearby schools vary in performance. The building dates from the 1950s60s and cavity walls are assumed to lack insulation, so upgrading insulation or windows could be needed to improve efficiency. The top-floor position means stairs access only (no lift specified).
Overall this is a sensible entry-level purchase or rental opportunity for someone prioritising location and transport links. It suits buyers willing to accept communal living and a modest service charge, and those open to modest updating to improve comfort and energy efficiency.
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