Summary - 11, Metcalfe Close, Alvaston DE24 0NY
2 bed 1 bath House
Ideal starter home with parking, generous storage and quick links to Derby.
First-floor maisonette with private ground-floor entrance
Spacious lounge and separate dining room
Two double bedrooms located to the rear
Modern fitted kitchen and neat bathroom
Allocated off-street parking for one car
Front shed plus large garden storage shed
Leasehold with 119 years remaining; additional fees possible
Area shows higher crime and local deprivation
A well-presented first-floor maisonette offering practical space for a starter home or a buy-to-let. The property has its own ground-floor entrance, a spacious lounge plus a separate dining room, and two double bedrooms at the rear — a comfortable layout for everyday living.
Practical benefits include a modern fitted kitchen, a neatly presented bathroom, allocated off-street parking for one car, a front shed and a large garden storage shed. Communal rear garden space helps keep maintenance simple, and mains gas central heating with double glazing keeps running costs low. Council Tax sits in Band A.
Important considerations: the property is leasehold with 119 years remaining and additional leasehold fees or administration costs may apply. The local area is classified as deprived with a higher crime rate than average, which may concern some buyers or affect rental desirability.
Overall this is a straightforward, affordable purchase for a first-time buyer or investor who values easy access to Derby, good transport links (A50/A6) and low running costs. Inspectors or buyers wanting certainty should commission their own service checks and review lease documentation before committing.
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