Summary - POYNTERS LODGE FLAT 7 CHESTERTON ROAD CAMBRIDGE CB4 1JB
1 bed 1 bath Flat
Efficient one-bed near city centre, parking and share of freehold included.
Allocated off-street parking space included
Share of freehold with a very long lease remaining
Compact 385 sq ft one-bedroom layout, efficient use of space
Service charge c. £1,500/year (water included) payable twice yearly
Off-peak electric storage/panel heating — running costs variable
No upward chain; quick chain possibility for buyers
Signs of condensation/mould reported — may need attention
Local crime rate above average — consider security measures
This compact one-bedroom flat in Poynters Lodge offers a practical city-base close to Cambridge city centre, the Science Park and Cambridge North station. At about 385 sq ft the layout is efficient: a long living room opening to a fitted kitchen, one bedroom and a bathroom with an electric shower. The apartment sits at the rear of a modern brick development and includes one allocated parking space and secure bike storage.
Ownership is straightforward with a share of freehold and a long lease (circa 960–999 years), and there is no upward chain. Annual service charges are approximately £1,500 (two payments of £750) and include water; heating is off-peak electric storage/panel units, so energy costs will depend on usage patterns. Broadband and mobile signals are strong and there is no flood risk.
This property suits a first-time buyer or investor seeking easy access to university, hospitals and transport links; it also appeals to students and professionals wanting minimal maintenance living. Be aware the flat is small and shows signs of condensation/mould in places, and local crime levels are above average, so buyers should factor potential minor repairs and security measures into their plans.
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