Summary - 24 ABBOTTS PLACE CHELMSFORD CM2 6RD
2 bed 1 bath Apartment
Long-lease, chain-free apartment ideal for first-time buyers or investors.
- Chain-free two-bedroom first-floor apartment
- Long lease: 116 years remaining, ground rent £0
- EPC rating C (approximately 74)
- Annual maintenance charge ~£1,300.81
- No private garden; on-street parking only
- Compact rooms; some cosmetic updating recommended
- Strong transport links (A130/A12) and local amenities
- Local area records higher crime levels
This chain-free, two-bedroom first-floor apartment offers a straightforward entry into Chelmsford property ownership. Set in a purpose-built block from the 1980s, the accommodation includes a spacious lounge, modern fitted kitchen, two bedrooms and a family bathroom — presented neutrally and ready for basic redecoration.
Practical positives include a long lease (116 years remaining), no ground rent, an EPC grade C and good local transport links to the A130/A12 and nearby retail amenities. The building has on-street parking and modest communal greens; council tax is low and broadband and mobile signal are strong.
Buyers should note material facts plainly: the property is leasehold with an annual maintenance charge of about £1,300.81, there is no private garden, and the immediate area records higher crime levels. The apartment is compact and some rooms and finishes would benefit from light-to-moderate updating to maximise value.
Overall this is a practical opportunity for a first-time buyer or investor seeking a tidy, long-lease apartment in Chelmsford with good connectivity. The chain-free status and sensible EPC make it straightforward to purchase; factor in the service charge, on-street parking and local crime figures when assessing long-term suitability.
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