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£170,000

Shortcut Road, Colchester, CO1 1EU

2bedrooms
1bathroom
Apartmenttype
Leaseholdtenure

Listed 10 Apr 2026 · Colchester

How the price compares

This home£170,000
Median 2 bed in CO1£180k42 homes listed · £313 per sq ft
Difference-6%below the area median

Key features

  • Two bedrooms
  • First floor apartment
  • Well-presented throughout
  • Spacious open-plan lounge / diner / kitchen
  • En-suite shower room and family bathroom
  • Off-street parking for one vehicle
  • Situated in the heart of Colchester city centre
  • Ideal purchase for professionals, first-time buyers, or investors

About this home

Situated in the heart of Colchester city centre, this well-presented two bedroom first floor apartment offers contemporary living with the convenience of nearby amenities and transport links, making it an ideal purchase for professionals, first-time buyers, or investors.

The accommodation comprises a welcoming entrance hall leading through to a bright and spacious open-plan lounge, dining and kitchen area, creating a modern and sociable living space ideal for both relaxing and entertaining. The kitchen is well fitted with a range of units and work surfaces, providing practicality while seamlessly integrating with the main living area.

The property benefits from two well-proportioned bedrooms, including a principal bedroom with en-suite shower room, offering added privacy and convenience. The second bedroom is served by a separate bathroom, fitted with contemporary sanitary ware.

Externally, the apartment benefits from off-street parking for one vehicle, a valuable feature in such a central location.

Being positioned in Colchester city centre, the property is within easy walking distance of a wide range of shops, restaurants, cafés, and leisure facilities, as well as excellent transport links including mainline railway stations with direct services to London Liverpool Street.

Offering modern open-plan living in a highly convenient location, this apartment represents an excellent opportunity for buyers seeking lifestyle, accessibility, and investment potential.

Property details

Property type
Apartment
Council tax band
B
Tenure
Leasehold
Lease remaining
106 years left
Ground rent
£328.80 per year (Ask agent about the review period)
Service charge
£1,746 per year
Parking
Yes

Floorplan

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Location

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  • Colchester Town Station0.5 mi
  • Colchester Station0.6 mi
  • Hythe Station1.4 mi

What nearby homes sold for

Median sold prices in CO1 over the last 12 months: terraced £245k · flat £150k · semi-detached £317k · detached £350k.

AddressTypeSoldPrice
11 Roman Wall, Shortcut Road
Colchester CO1 1EU
Flat
Leasehold
9 May 2025£185,500

Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2026. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. All sales in CO1

Buying costs

Monthly repayment£850£17,000 deposit · £153,000 loan
Stamp Duty£900England rates

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 Beresfords, Colchester on Rightmove (original listing). First listed 10 Apr 2026; details checked 7 Nov 2026. Latest change: added on 29/10/2026.

Agent disclaimer

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