Compact, chain-free two-bed terrace near Colchester station — ideal first-time buy or investment.
Chain free and freehold tenure
This chain-free two-bedroom Victorian terrace in New Town offers a compact, well-presented starter home within easy walking distance of Colchester city centre and the train station. Recently painted and decorated, the house benefits from freehold tenure, fast broadband, excellent mobile signal and a private rear garden with a powered shed.
Internally the layout is straightforward: lounge/diner, kitchen and bathroom on the ground floor, with two bedrooms upstairs. The property has been newly renovated cosmetically but the small contemporary kitchen has laminate worktops and will likely need modernisation for buyers wanting a higher-spec finish. At about 555 sq ft the overall size is small — suitable for first-time buyers or as a rental investment rather than a family looking for lots of space.
Location is a real strength: local shops, amenities and several well-regarded schools are close by, and commuters can walk to mainline rail services. Be aware the wider area is classified as very deprived with a cosmopolitan, student-focused neighbourhood profile and average local crime levels, which may affect long-term resale or rental dynamics for some buyers.
In short, this is a practical, low-maintenance entry-level buy or buy-to-let opportunity that needs limited immediate work but has limited internal space and sits in a busy, urban setting. Early viewing is recommended to assess room sizes and finishings in person.