Summary - 5 Derwent Road, Highwoods, COLCHESTER CO4 9RL
1 bed 1 bath Cluster House
Affordable first-time purchase with garden and allocated parking nearby amenities.
One bedroom cluster house, about 431 sq ft
A compact one-bedroom corner cluster house offering an affordable entry into the popular Highwoods neighbourhood of Colchester. The layout delivers an open living room with spiral staircase, a well-appointed kitchen and a first-floor bedroom and bathroom — practical for a single person or couple. Private side garden and an allocated off-street parking space add genuine convenience in a built-up area.
This Freehold property is economical to run on paper (cheap council tax) and benefits from fast broadband and excellent mobile signal — useful for home working or streaming. The build date (1991–95) and modern double glazing imply relatively low immediate exterior maintenance.
Buyers should note the small overall footprint (approximately 431 sq ft) and simple electric storage heating; the house suits first-time buyers or buy-to-let investors rather than growing families. The accommodation is tidy but basic, so some cosmetic updating or reconfiguration could add value. The surrounding area is mixed and classed as deprived, which affects long-term resale consideration but keeps asking prices accessible.
Viewings are recommended for anyone seeking a low-cost, manageable home near Highwoods Country Park, local shops, Colchester Hospital and good transport links. The property offers straightforward potential: live as-is, modernise to personal taste, or hold as a rental with reliable broadband and parking as selling points.
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