Orchard Gardens, Colchester, CO4 0XB
Listed 11 days ago · Colchester
How the price compares
Key features
- Development Manager
- Residents Lounge
- Guest Suite
- 24/7 emergency call system
- Communal Gardens
- Minimum Age 55
About this home
A ONE BEDROOM RETIREMENT APARTMENT LOCATED ON THE SECOND FLOOR
Orchard Gardens is a retirement development located on Ipswich Road, Colchester, Essex, comprising 42 flats and bungalows arranged within an established residential setting. Constructed in 1988, the development offers a selection of one and two-bedroom properties. The properties benefit from a range of layouts, typically comprising an entrance hall, lounge, kitchen, one or two bedrooms and a bathroom or shower room. The development benefits from non-resident management staff and a Careium alarm service for added peace of mind. Communal facilities include a residents' lounge, laundry facilities, guest accommodation and communal gardens. New residents are accepted from the age of 55. The development is conveniently situated approximately 100 yards from a bus stop, with local shops and other amenities within easy reach, and Colchester town centre approximately one mile away.
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ACCOMMODATION Front door to
ENTRANCE HALL Light switch, ceiling light. Power points. Storage cupboard, access to loft space, storage heater.
LIVING ROOM Ceiling light point, storage heaters, emergency pull cord, open arch leading to
KITCHEN With Window Tiled and fitted with a range of wall and floor units with cupboards, drawers, work tops, stainless steel sink and single drainer. Built-in electric cooker with four ring electric hob and overhead extractor hood. Under counter fridge and freezer. Ceiling light fitting. Wall mounted electric fan heater. Emergency pull cord.
BEDROOM Ceiling light point, power points, emergency pull cord, storage heater.
SHOWER ROOM Tiled and fitted with suite comprising walk in shower cubicle with grab rail. Emergency pull cord. WC with low level flush and vanity hand wash basin with cupboard under. Ceiling light. Extractor fan. Wall mounted electric heater.
Property details
- Property type
- Apartment
- Council tax band
- B
- Tenure
- Leasehold
- Lease remaining
- 85 years left
- Service charge
- £3,325.96 per year
- Parking
- Communal
- Garden
- Yes
Floorplan
Location
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- Hythe Station0.7 mi
- Colchester Town Station0.7 mi
- Colchester Station1.1 mi
What nearby homes sold for
Median sold prices in CO4 over the last 12 months: semi-detached £320k · detached £425k · terraced £278k · flat £173k.
| Address | Type | Sold | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 40 Orchard Gardens Colchester CO4 0XB | Flat Leasehold | 24 Jun 2026 | £165,000 |
| 37 Orchard Gardens Colchester CO4 0XB | Terraced Leasehold | 29 Apr 2026 | £119,000 |
| 11 Orchard Gardens Colchester CO4 0XB | Flat Leasehold | 17 Oct 2025 | £120,000 |
| 17 Orchard Gardens Colchester CO4 0XB | Flat Leasehold | 11 Aug 2025 | £140,000 |
| 36 Orchard Gardens Colchester CO4 0XB | Terraced Leasehold | 1 Nov 2024 | £155,000 |
| 18 Orchard Gardens Colchester CO4 0XB | Flat Leasehold | 21 Mar 2024 | £130,000 |
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Buying costs
Estimates only, using rates in force from April 2025. Check GOV.UK, Revenue Scotland or the Welsh Revenue Authority and speak to a mortgage adviser before you offer.
Listed by Retirement Homesearch, East of England on Rightmove (original listing). First listed 28 Oct 2026; details checked 7 Nov 2026. Latest change: added on 28/10/2026.
Agent disclaimer
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