Summary - 22 ILEX ROAD ST IVES PE27 3AL
1 bed 1 bath Flat
Chain-free starter flat with garden and easy Cambridge links.
Chain-free one-bedroom flat with open-plan living and dining space
950 years remaining on lease — long-term lease security
Private garden and allocated off-street parking space
Double glazed windows; electric heating (higher running costs possible)
Average overall size — 488 sq ft; needs cosmetic redecoration
Guided busway to Cambridge; excellent local amenities and riverside walks
Medium flood risk — consider insurance and mitigation costs
Affordable council tax; very low local crime rates
This one-bedroom flat in St Ives offers a practical, chain-free entry into home ownership. The open-plan living, kitchen and dining space gives a flexible footprint for modern living within 488 sq ft, and a private garden plus an allocated off-street parking space add valuable outside and storage options.
The long lease (950 years) removes a common leasehold concern and the property benefits from double glazing and electric heating. It sits near the guided busway for a direct connection to Cambridge and is surrounded by excellent local amenities, riverside walks and well-regarded schools — useful for commuters and those planning longer-term resale.
Buyers should note the flat is of average overall size and will need some cosmetic updating; the living area is presented neutrally and could benefit from redecoration to suit a new owner. Heating is electric, which can be more costly than mains gas, and the location has a medium flood risk which prospective buyers should factor into insurance and long-term maintenance plans.
Overall this property suits a first-time buyer or investor seeking a straightforward, low-commitment purchase in an affluent, well-connected town. The no-onward-chain position and long lease make for a quick transaction opportunity, while the garden and parking provide everyday practical benefits.
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