Wharf Road, Chelmsford · CM2
Springfield Basin, Chelmsford
Springfield Basin, Wharf Road, Chelmsford
Originally listed at £230,000
First floor RIVERSIDE APARTMENT located just 0.6 mile to Chelmsford train station. IDEAL FIRST TIME PURCHASE!
The home, in the agent’s words
- City centre location
- First floor apartment
- Riverside views
- Open plan lounge diner with Juliet balcony overlooking canal
- 100 years remaining on the lease
- Separate kitchen
- Allocated parking bay
- Close proximity to Riverside Ice & Leisure
- 0.6 mile walk to Chelmsford Train Station
- Moments away from Bond Street and High Street
Read the full agent description
Situated in this quiet development in the heart of Chelmsford city centre, this well presented apartment enjoys attractive riverside views, the city centre on your doorstep and offers an excellent opportunity for first time buyers, professionals, or investors.
The property features an airy open-plan lounge/dining area with a Juliet balcony with views over the riverside. The thoughtfully designed layout provides comfortable modern living, complemented by the added convenience of an allocated parking space.
Ideally located just 0.6 miles from Chelmsford railway station, the apartment is perfectly positioned for commuters and those looking to enjoy everything the city has to offer. A fantastic selection of shops, restaurants, cafés, bars and leisure facilities are all within easy walking distance, making this a superb home for those seeking both convenience and lifestyle. Combining a sought after city centre location with scenic river views and excellent transport links, this is a fantastic opportunity to secure a modern apartment in one of Chelmsford's most desirable settings.
Tenure: Leasehold
Lease: The property was built with a 126 year lease commencing 01/10/1999 . There are 100 years remaining
Service Charge: For the period of 01/01/26 – 31/12/2026 the service charge is £2961.64. The service charge is reviewed annually.
Ground Rent: £250 per annum. The ground rent is increased by £100 every 25 years. This ground rent is due to increase to £350 in 2047
Band C is the council tax band for this property with an annual amount of £1,926.96
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Entrance hall
Lounge/diner
19'4" x 10'5"
Kitchen
8'0" x 7'6"
Bedroom 1
12'0" x 11'7"
Bedroom 2
8'6" x 8'6"
Bathroom
Carpark
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Connected for everyday life
100%of homes in the postcode can access 100+ Mbps broadband.
Available speed bands
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Getting about
0.6 milesto Chelmsford Rail Station
Approximate straight-line distance · DfT NaPTAN · 13 Sept 2026Background air quality
- Fine particles · PM₂.₅
- 7.5 µg/m³ · Above the WHO guideline · well within the UK legal limit
- Nitrogen dioxide · NO₂
- 10.5 µg/m³ · Above the WHO guideline · well within the UK legal limit
Annual background levels. For scale: the WHO 2021 guideline is 5 µg/m³ for PM₂.₅ and 10 for NO₂; the UK legal limit is 20 and 40. Lower is better; this is a 1 km model, not a reading at the door.
Defra · 2024 annual model · 1 km areaLocal information is approximate. Distances are straight-line estimates from the available location. Broadband describes postcode coverage, not the speed or service available at this home; check the address with a provider. Air quality is a modelled annual background estimate.
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