5 South Primrose Hill, Chelmsford, CM1 2RF
Listed 11 days ago · Chelmsford
How the price compares
Key features
- South facing garden
- Development potential
- Off Street parking
- Detatched
- 3 Bedrooms
- City centre
About this home
Property Reference: 10506
This detached chalet bungalow is a rare gem for first-time buyers or investors.
Complete with off-street parking, this 3-Bedroom property is perfectly located within a short stroll of the vibrant city centre and Chelmsford mainline railway station, which connects you to London Liverpool Street in under 35 minutes.
This delightful property offers unique charm, or is perfect for exploring development opportunities, subject to planning approval. Planning has previously been granted for demolition and rebuild as a 4-bed home with large study.
Lower level includes entrance hallway leading to 2 large bedrooms at the front of the property. To the rear is a compact kitchen with side access leading to private rear garden, and bathroom complete with bathtub/shower. There is also a south facing lounge at the rear with stairs leading to an a master bedroom.
This property is ideal for investors, currently marketed with tenant in situ but can be sold vacant possession subject to the statutory notice periods.
The private garden offers a beautiful retreat with paved areas, mature shrubs, and hedges.
The front includes off-street parking which can comfortably hold up to 3 cars. On-road permit parking is also available, from Chelmsford City Council.
This charming home is packed with potential, offering a conveniently located starter home, or blank canvas to ambitious investors who want to get creative, subject to necessary planning consents.
Location South Primrose Hill is situated on a peaceful residential street, on the edge of the city centre. Within short walking distance of Chelmsford city centre’s vibrant retail shops, leisure and restaurants. Perfect for families or commuters looking to take advantage of Chelmsford’s mainline station which connects you to the heart of London Liverpool Street in as under 35 minutes.
Chelmsford City Centre offers bustling nightlife with bars, theatres, restaurants and cinemas all within walking distance.
Chelmsford offers one of the highest rated retail offerings in Essex, together with a range of leisure facilities, gyms, parks and golf clubs. Both Admirals and Central Park are within 5 minute walk, offering beautiful nature and river walks.
Chelmsford is also home to some of the county’s top-performing schools, including grammar schools, private schools and university all within easy reach.
Broomfield University Hospital is also a short distance away, offering some of the top medical facilities in Essex.
Gas powered central heating throughout
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*These sales particulars as provided as a general guide only, and should not be relied upon. Buyers are encouraged to complete their own surveys and make their own enquiries as it relates to consents or accuracy or reliability of the information provided.*
Property details
- Property type
- Detached Bungalow
- Tenure
- Freehold
- Parking
- Yes
- Garden
- Yes
Floorplan
Location
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- Chelmsford Station0.4 mi
What nearby homes sold for
Median sold prices in CM1 over the last 12 months: semi-detached £433k · flat £220k · detached £610k · terraced £360k.
| Address | Type | Sold | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 61 South Primrose Hill Chelmsford CM1 2RF | Terraced Freehold | 19 Mar 2026 | £445,000 |
| 15 South Primrose Hill Chelmsford CM1 2RF | Detached Freehold | 28 Nov 2025 | £480,000 |
| 74 South Primrose Hill Chelmsford CM1 2RG | Semi-detached Freehold | 24 Nov 2025 | £430,000 |
| 89 South Primrose Hill Chelmsford CM1 2RG | Semi-detached Freehold | 9 Oct 2025 | £385,000 |
| 73 South Primrose Hill Chelmsford CM1 2RF | Terraced Freehold | 2 Sept 2025 | £475,000 |
| 75 South Primrose Hill Chelmsford CM1 2RF | Terraced Freehold | 16 Jul 2025 | £439,000 |
| 42 South Primrose Hill Chelmsford CM1 2RG | Terraced Freehold | 4 Jul 2025 | £340,000 |
| 77 South Primrose Hill Chelmsford CM1 2RF | Terraced Freehold | 27 Jun 2025 | £445,000 |
| 13 South Primrose Hill Chelmsford CM1 2RF | Detached Freehold | 6 Jun 2025 | £530,000 |
| 64 South Primrose Hill Chelmsford CM1 2RG | Terraced Freehold | 10 Jan 2025 | £405,000 |
Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2026. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. All sales in CM1
Buying costs
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Listed by OFF AGENT, Nationwide on Rightmove (original listing). First listed 28 Oct 2026; details checked 7 Nov 2026. Latest change: added on 28/10/2026.
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