Summary - Pearl Close, Cambridge CB4 1QD
1 bed 1 bath Maisonette
Ideal low-maintenance starter home near transport and local shops.
Large one-bedroom layout — approx 639 sq ft, generous room proportions
Allocated off-street parking space and secure communal bike store
130 years remaining on the lease — long-term security
Annual service charge approx £1,005.76 and ground rent ~£361.34
Electric heating (room heaters/electric radiators) — potentially higher running costs
Double-glazed windows, modern finishes; mostly move-in ready
Close to Cambridge North Station, city centre amenities and transport links
No flood risk; area crime level average
This well-presented ground-floor maisonette offers a surprisingly large one-bedroom layout (approximately 639 sq ft) in a convenient Chesterton location. Bright living spaces, built-in bedroom wardrobes and a fitted kitchen with integrated appliances make it ready to move into, while double glazing and modern finishes reduce immediate refurbishment needs.
Practical extras include allocated off-street parking, a secure bike store and useful built-in storage—strong positives for city living and cycling commuters heading to Cambridge North or the city centre. The 130-year lease provides long-term security for buyers and investors alike.
Buyers should note this is a leasehold property with an annual service charge of approximately £1,005.76 and annual ground rent around £361.34. Heating is by electric room heaters and electric radiators, which can mean higher running costs than gas-heated homes. Overall the flat suits a first-time buyer or buy-to-let investor seeking low-maintenance, well-located accommodation with future redecoration or value-add potential.
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