Summary - 61 Sail House, Ship Wharf CO2 8YP
2 bed 2 bath Apartment
Covered parking and fast links to university and station.
Top-floor two-bedroom apartment with en-suite to master
Open-plan living, dining and kitchen; average-sized 722 sq ft
Secure covered parking space and lift access to fifth floor
Leasehold with 111 years remaining
Service charge approx £1,900 pa; ground rent approx £350 pa
Electric storage heaters — likely higher running costs
Close to Essex University, train station, shops and fast broadband
Area records higher-than-average crime; busy student neighbourhood
This top-floor two-bedroom apartment offers a straightforward first-step on the property ladder or a buy-to-let opportunity. Set on the fifth floor of a modern development, the home features an open-plan lounge, dining and kitchen, a master bedroom with en-suite, and a second double bedroom. Secure covered parking and lift access add daily convenience.
Practical details: the property is leasehold with 111 years remaining, an average-sized 722 sq ft layout and double glazing. Annual costs include an average service charge of £1,900 and ground rent around £350. Heating is via electric storage heaters, which can be more expensive than gas alternatives.
Location is a clear selling point for students and commuters: it sits close to Essex University, local shops and the train station, with fast broadband and excellent mobile signal. The neighbourhood is active and multicultural, so the apartment suits first-time buyers seeking convenience or investors targeting student lets.
Be aware of material considerations: the area records higher crime levels, and the apartment’s electric heating and ongoing service charges will affect running costs. Overall, this is a practical, well-located home with secure parking and no onward chain, offering scope for personalising or renting out.
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