Baddow Road, Chelmsford

Presenting this fantastic one-bedroom flat, available to let, that is perfect for couples or single occupants. Situated on the well-connected Baddow Road in Chelmsford, this property is truly a gem.

This lovely flat is in good condition and is on the first floor, accessible via a lift, so no concerns about lugging heavy shopping bags up the stairs! It's indeed a feel-good place with a warm and inviting reception room that has an open-plan layout, a great spot to unwind and entertain guests.

As for the kitchen, it's also open-plan and fitted with modern appliances, ready for you to rustle up your favourite meals. The bedroom is a cosy haven, boasting a double bed, built-in wardrobes and plenty of natural light to brighten up your mornings.

The bathroom, equipped with both a bath and a shower, along with a towel rail, is the perfect place to refresh and relax after a long day.

One of the unique features of this property is its concierge service, ensuring you always feel safe and attended to. The property has an EPC rating of C and falls under the council tax band B.

What's more? The location is fantastic, with public transport links and local amenities within easy walking distance. It's also a short stroll to the City Centre, making life all the more convenient.  

ENTRANCE HALL Front entrance door leading into hallway which gives access to storage cupboard (containing property's heating system), bathroom, bedroom and lounge. The hallway is finished with wood flooring throughout and features a security video intercom system to the wall.  

LOUNGE/KITCHEN 17' 6" x 13' 6" (5.33m x 4.11m) Modern sleek kitchen with integrated appliances (consisting of fridge-freezer, microwave, hob and oven with extractor hood over, dishwasher and washing machine) and a range of both dark and light grey gloss units at both eye and base level with a modern sleek light grey work top surface including inset wash hand basin with mixer tap. 

BEDROOM 11' 9" x 7' 9" (3.58m x 2.36m) Includes window to front aspect of building, electric radiator to wall and sliding mirror fronted wardrobe for storage. 

BATHROOM 8' 1" x 5' 7" (2.46m x 1.7m) Featuring a mirror to the wall and grey sleek modern tiling to floors and walls (in part) with a white low level W.C. and inset bath with shower screen and mixer tap/ shower. The room also features an inset wash hand basin with mixer tap and towel radiator to the wall. Spotlights to the ceiling finish off the modern well presented look to the bathroom. 

WATER RATES There will be an additional payment of £30 per month to cover the cost of water & sewerage 

PARKING This property doesn't have any parking included 

A holding deposit equivalent to 1 weeks rent will be required to reserve the property, while referencing checks are being carried out. With the tenants' consent, this holding deposit will be refunded against the first months' rent. The holding deposit can be retained if the applicant provides false or misleading information, fails Right to Rent checks, withdraws from the property or fails to take reasonable steps to enter into the tenancy.

In accordance with the Tenant Fees Act, applicants will be required to enter into the tenancy agreement no more than 15 days after paying the holding deposit. Failure to do so for any of the aforementioned reasons, may result in you losing your holding deposit. An extension to the deadline may be entered into, if agreed by all parties.

Right to Rent Checks

By Law, Right To Rent checks must be carried out and as such, applicants will be required to provide original proof of ID (Passport and Residents Permits) and current address ID in accordance with Home Office guidelines.

Acceptable forms of address ID are as follows:
- Driving license
- Recent utility bill (within the last 3 months, we cannot accept mobile phone bills)
- Council Tax bill
- Letter from employer or GP (specifically stating & confirming your current address, on headed paper)
- Mortgage statement
- Tenancy agreement signed and dated within the last 6 months
Please note that we cannot accept bank statements

All potential tenants over the age of 18, will be subject to a credit check, carried out by a 3rd party to check for CCJ's, IVA's & Bankruptcy. Applicants will need to provide proof of an income of at least 2.5 times the annual rent. Additional checks include an employment check, affordability checks, previous Landlord reference and proof of address history, usually up to 3 years.

Local Housing Allowance applicants will require a working guarantor and be able to prove an income of 3 x the annual rent.

You may be required to provide Bank statements (to assess income), pay slips, benefits award letters, pension statements, WFTC award letter.