Bignell Croft, Highwoods, Colchester, Essex, CO4

Listed 31 Mar 2026 · price reduced 2 Jun 2026 · Colchester
** GUIDE PRICE £180,000 - £200,000 ** AN EXCEPTIONAL OPPORTUNITY to acquire this beautifully presented TWO DOUBLE BEDROOM TOP FLOOR APARTMENT, occupying a highly desirable position within the ever-popular HIGHWOODS AREA OF NORTH COLCHESTER. Offering an excellent combination of spacious accommodation, outstanding connectivity, highly regarded school catchments and superb local amenities, this property is available for immediate viewing.
Upon entering, you are welcomed into a bright and inviting living space, complemented by a well-proportioned reception room ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. The apartment benefits from TWO GENEROUS DOUBLE BEDROOMS, a family bathroom, and enjoys the added privacy and tranquillity afforded by its TOP FLOOR POSITION.
A particular feature of this home is the PRIVATE LOFT SPACE, providing valuable additional storage potential, together with an EXTERNAL STORAGE CUPBOARD, offering practical and secure space for bicycles, outdoor equipment and household items.
Further benefits include ALLOCATED OFF-ROAD PARKING.
LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION!
Perfectly positioned in one of North Colchester's most sought-after residential areas, the property enjoys exceptional access to a wealth of amenities and transport links:
COLCHESTER NORTH STATION is within easy reach, providing MAINLINE SERVICES TO LONDON LIVERPOOL STREET IN UNDER ONE HOUR, making this an excellent choice for commuters. Convenient access to the A12, offering straightforward connections to Chelmsford, Ipswich and beyond. COLCHESTER GENERAL HOSPITAL is located nearby. Within walking distance of the highly regarded THE GILBERD SCHOOL. Excellent access to HIGHWOODS COUNTY PRIMARY SCHOOL, making the property particularly appealing for families. HIGHWOODS SQUARE offers a range of everyday amenities, with REGULAR BUS SERVICES TO COLCHESTER CITY CENTRE. Easy access to the PARK & RIDE SERVICE, providing a convenient alternative for travel into the city. Close to the thriving NORTHERN GATEWAY DEVELOPMENT, home to a growing selection of leisure, retail, dining and business facilities. Moments from HIGHWOODS COUNTRY PARK, offering beautiful green spaces, walking routes and recreational opportunities.
Combining an outstanding location, excellent transport connections, sought-after school catchments, private loft storage, external storage facilities and well-presented accommodation throughout, this property represents an ideal purchase for FIRST-TIME BUYERS, PROFESSIONAL COUPLES, YOUNG FAMILIES AND INVESTORS ALIKE.
EARLY VIEWING IS STRONGLY RECOMMENDED TO FULLY APPRECIATE ALL THAT THIS IMPRESSIVE APARTMENT HAS TO OFFER.
Entrance Hallway Entrance door, wall mounted electric heater, wall mounted security phone system, hatch to fully boarded loft, doors leading off
Lounge/Diner/Kitchen Two double glazed windows, wall and base level units, sink and drainer with mixer tap over, oven and hob, extractor fan, worktops, space for appliances
Master Bedroom Double glazed window, wall mounted electric heater, fitted double wardrobe
Bedroom Two Double glazed window, two wall mounted electric heater
Bathroom Low level WC, wash hand basin, bath with shower over, heated towel rail, extractor fan
Outside of Property Allocated parking space and storage cupboard
Agents note: Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Compliance
As part of our commitment to meeting UK Anti-Money Laundering (AML) regulations, Harris + Wood are required by law to confirm the identity of all purchasers before a sale can proceed.
To make this process as straightforward as possible, we work with an independent verification service, Clearcheck, who conduct these checks on our behalf. A small verification fee applies for each purchaser.
These checks must be fully completed and verified before we are able to progress with your purchase.
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Median sold prices in CO4 over the last 12 months: semi-detached £320k · detached £425k · terraced £278k · flat £173k.
| Address | Type | Sold | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 51 Weetmans Drive Colchester CO4 9EA | Flat Leasehold | 14 Aug 2026 | £150,000 |
| 59 Weetmans Drive Colchester CO4 9EA | Flat Leasehold | 23 Jan 2026 | £192,500 |
| 81 Weetmans Drive Colchester CO4 9EA | Flat Leasehold | 8 Oct 2025 | £190,000 |
| 101 Weetmans Drive Colchester CO4 9EA | Flat Leasehold | 6 Jun 2025 | £210,000 |
| 40 Weetmans Drive Colchester CO4 9EA | Terraced Freehold | 24 Apr 2025 | £300,000 |
| 25 Weetmans Drive Colchester CO4 9EA | Flat Leasehold | 14 Mar 2025 | £183,000 |
| 49 Weetmans Drive Colchester CO4 9EA | Flat Leasehold | 11 Dec 2024 | £190,000 |
| 59 Weetmans Drive Colchester CO4 9EA | Flat Leasehold | 21 Oct 2024 | £167,000 |
| 15 Weetmans Drive Colchester CO4 9EA | Flat Leasehold | 11 Oct 2024 | £180,000 |
| 20 Weetmans Drive Colchester CO4 9EA | Terraced Freehold | 27 Sept 2024 | £410,000 |
Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2026. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. All sales in CO4
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 Harris + Wood, Chesterwell on Rightmove (original listing). First listed 31 Mar 2026; details checked 7 Nov 2026. Latest change: reduced on 02/06/2026.
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