Summary - FLITCH END 42A ST JOHNS AVENUE BRAINTREE CM7 1GT
2 bed 1 bath Apartment
Contemporary two-bed near station with allocated parking and efficient heating.
Two double bedrooms with fitted dressing area to bedroom one
Open-plan kitchen/diner/living with breakfast island and Juliet balcony
Energy-efficient air source heat pump; EPC rating B
Allocated gated underground parking plus ample visitor spaces
Third/top-floor position; check lift provision (may require stairs)
Leasehold: c.120 years remaining; service charge ~£1,400pa
Ground rent £150pa; council tax band B (relatively low)
Average-sized 625 sq ft — not a large family home
Light-filled, modern and low-maintenance, this two double-bedroom top-floor apartment sits within the contemporary Flitch End development (built 2021). The open-plan living area has a breakfast island, Juliet balcony and built-in kitchen appliances, making everyday living and entertaining straightforward. The property benefits from an energy-efficient Dimplex air source heat pump and a current EPC B rating, helping running costs compared with older electric-heated flats.
Practical features include an allocated underground parking space within a gated area, plentiful visitor parking and immediate walking access to Braintree railway station and town centre amenities — a clear plus for commuters. The home’s layout includes a fitted dressing area to the principal bedroom, a family bathroom and useful storage cupboard, all arranged across an efficient 625 sq ft footprint.
Buyers should note this is a leasehold top-floor apartment with c.120 years remaining. Annual running costs include a service charge of about £1,400 and ground rent of £150, which are material for monthly budgeting. The apartment’s size is average for a two-bedroom flat; buyers who need larger family accommodation should consider alternatives.
Overall this modern apartment will suit first-time buyers or investors seeking a low-maintenance, energy-efficient home close to rail links. Its contemporary specification and on-site parking are strong positives, while leasehold costs and the top-floor position are important practical considerations.
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