5 Cottage Drive, Colchester
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£197,600
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Transaction history

Listing history

For Sale
Nov 22, 2010
£195,000
For Sale
Mar 25, 2011
£180,000
For Sale
Mar 25, 2011
£180,000
For Sale
Mar 25, 2011
£180,000

Property Description

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Our analysis

Welcome to 5 Cottage Drive, Colchester, a cozy and compact detached type home with 2 bed in the CO2 8DE area. This lovely residence, which comes with the freedom and stability of a freehold ownership, and sits comfortably in tax band C.

This classic property was built 1950-1966 and has a reported internal area of 74 internal square metres The local area is known for its high value-to-quality ratio - with a market valuation of £197,600 and a rental potential of £1,284 per month, , it represents not just a residence but a worthwhile investment in a sought-after area.

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Additional analysis

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SUMMARY
This fully refurbished and well presented two double bedroom detached bungalow situated in a cul-de-sac position in the popular area of Old Heath, within close proximity of local shops and bus service to town centre. The property has undergone full refurbishment and viewing is essential.


DESCRIPTION
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Upvc Entrance Door To: 


Entrance Hall 
Radiator, loft access, built-in storage cupboard, doors to:

Lounge 16' x 11' 11" ( 4.88m x 3.63m )
Upvc windows to front and side, two radiators, feature fireplace with electric fire inset.

Kitchen 9' 11" x 9' 11" ( 3.02m x 3.02m )
Upvc window to side, upvc French doors to rear leading to Breakfast Room, eye and base level units, roll top work surfaces, one and a half bowl ceramic sink and drainer unit with mixer tap and tiled splashback, integrated white Bosch microwave + single electric oven and four ring white hob with extractor over, integrated fridge/freezer and washing machine, ceramic tiled flooring, radiator, inset spotlighting.

Breakfast Room 12' 7" x 5' 9" ( 3.84m x 1.75m )
Windows to side and rear, door to side leading to driveway and door to rear leading to garden.

Bedroom One 14' 8" x 11' 11" ( 4.47m x 3.63m )
Upvc window to rear, radiator, treble built-in wardrobe, built-in storage cupboard.

Bedroom Two 9' 11" x 9' 11" ( 3.02m x 3.02m )
Upvc window to front, radiator.

Bathroom 
Upvc obscure window to side, low level w.c. with concealed cistern, vanity wash hand basin, paneled bath with mixer tap and shower attachment with separate shower over, tiled flooring, radiator, inset spotlighting, extractor fan.

Outside 


Front 
Driveway providing off road parking leading to single garage with up and over door.

Rear 
The rear garden is laid to lawn with mature trees and shrubs, all enclosed by paneled fencing. Gate providing side access.


DIRECTIONS
Proceed down Colchester High Street, turn right at Queen Street, at St Botolphs Circus take the third exit onto Mersea Road, turn left at Abbots Road, turn right at Old Heath Road, take the first right onto Cottage Drive.



1. MONEY LAUNDERING REGULATIONS: Intending purchasers will be asked to produce identification documentation at a later stage and we would ask for your co-operation in order that there will be no delay in agreeing the sale.
2. General: While we endeavour to make our sales particulars fair, accurate and reliable, they are only a general guide to the property and, accordingly, if there is any point which is of particular importance to you, please contact the office and we will be pleased to check the position for you, especially if you are contemplating travelling some distance to view the property.
3. Measurements: These approximate room sizes are only intended as general guidance. You must verify the dimensions carefully before ordering carpets or any built-in furniture.
4. Services: Please note we have not tested the services or any of the equipment or appliances in this property, accordingly we strongly advise prospective buyers to commission their own survey or service reports before finalising their offer to purchase.
5. THESE PARTICULARS ARE ISSUED IN GOOD FAITH BUT DO NOT CONSTITUTE REPRESENTATIONS OF FACT OR FORM PART OF ANY OFFER OR CONTRACT. THE MATTERS REFERRED TO IN THESE PARTICULARS SHOULD BE INDEPENDENTLY VERIFIED BY PROSPECTIVE BUYERS OR TENANTS. NEITHER SEQUENCE (UK) LIMITED NOR ANY OF ITS EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS HAS ANY AUTHORITY TO MAKE OR GIVE ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY WHATEVER IN RELATION TO THIS PROPERTY.

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Property Data

Data point Compared to road
Tax band C
356 sqm plot

Estimated running costs

Running cost(monthly) Cost Opportunity
Mortgage £899 Try Mortgage Tracker
Energy £954 Try Energy Switcher
Water £50 Water meter checkup
Broadband £30 Find better offers
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Schools and stations

Nearby Schools
The Thomas Lord Audley School
0.4mi
Monkwick Junior School
0.4mi
Monkwick Infant and Nursery School
0.5mi
Montgomery Junior School Colchester
0.6mi
Montgomery Infant School and Nursery Colchester
0.6mi
Nearby Stations
Colchester Town Station
1.2mi
Hythe (Essex) Station
1.7mi
Colchester Station
2.1mi
Wivenhoe Station
2.9mi
Alresford Station
4.5mi

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Strengths and Opportunities

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Renovation improvements

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New Kitchen
This could increase your home value by £15,000
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New Bathroom
This could increase your home value by £5,000
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Air Conditioning
This could increase your home value by £7,000
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New Windows
This could increase your home value by £10,000
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Greener Home
This could increase your home value by £5,000

Cost improvements

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Strengths

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Strength: High plot size
A large plot with plenty of room
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Strength: Freehold ownership
This property has the support and stability of full freehold ownership.
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Strength: Good price per square metres
The most similar local properties have a comparable price per square metre.

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Frequently asked questions

  1. How much is 5 Cottage Drive, Colchester worth?

    5 Cottage Drive, Colchester is now worth £197,600 according to our Mouseprice AVM.

    If you would like to book a free agent valuation for 5 Cottage Drive, Colchester - click click here to get a valuation with no strings attached.

  2. What is the rental value of 5 Cottage Drive, Colchester?

    The current rental valuation for this property is £1,284 per month, within a price range of £1,156 and £1,413.

  3. How many bedrooms does 5 Cottage Drive, Colchester have?

    This property has 2 bedrooms. Search for nearby properties with 2 bedrooms - for sale and to rent.

  4. What are the nearest schools and stations to 5 Cottage Drive, Colchester?

    Nearby schools in include The Thomas Lord Audley School, Monkwick Junior School, Monkwick Infant and Nursery School, Montgomery Junior School Colchester, Montgomery Infant School and Nursery Colchester

    Nearby stations in include Colchester Town Station, Hythe (Essex) Station, Colchester Station, Wivenhoe Station, Alresford Station.

  5. What type of property is 5 Cottage Drive, Colchester

    This is a Detached property. There are 9 other Detached properties on COTTAGE DRIVE, and 33 in total.

  6. When was 5 Cottage Drive, Colchester built? How old is 5 Cottage Drive, Colchester?

    5 Cottage Drive, Colchester was was built between 1950-1966.

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