Summary - 38 DALE CLOSE STANWAY COLCHESTER CO3 0FG
1 bed 1 bath Flat
Affordable first-floor one-bed with parking, long lease and loft — ideal for first-time buyers..
Allocated off-street parking space for one car
Large double bedroom with built-in cupboard and shelving
Long lease (approx. 954 years) — low leasehold risk
Compact overall size ~388 sq ft — limited living space
Electric storage heaters — potentially higher heating costs
Large insulated loft provides useful additional storage
Close to Tollgate Centre, A12 and public transport links
Local crime rate reported as high — consider security checks
This first-floor, one-bedroom apartment in Stanway offers an affordable entry into Colchester’s west side. The property is compact but well laid out, with a large double bedroom, a bright lounge and a functional kitchen—suitable for a first-time buyer or buy-to-let investor seeking low running council tax costs.
Practical features include an allocated off-street parking space, a large insulated loft for extra storage, double glazing and proximity to Tollgate Centre, Stane Retail Park, A12 links and local bus routes. The long lease (approx. 954 years) reduces common leasehold purchase concerns.
Be clear on the property’s trade-offs: total area is small (around 388 sq ft), heating is by electric storage heaters which can be costly, and the local crime level is reported as high. The building was constructed in the early 1990s and the flat may benefit from cosmetic updating depending on buyer preference.
For a buyer wanting a straightforward, low-maintenance starter home or a rental-ready asset close to transport and amenities, this flat delivers essential conveniences and future potential — particularly if you want to add value through targeted refurbishment.
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