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Bramley Close, Colchester, CO3

East of England

£400,000

Listed on 18/09/2026

The listing

Property details

Bedrooms
2
Type
Bungalow
Area
720 sqft

Description

This well-positioned two-bedroom detached bungalow in the desirable Lexden area offers a blend of generous living space and exceptional privacy. Renowned for its leafy streets and elegant homes, Lexden is particularly appealing to families due to its proximity to top schools, including the prestigious Girls’ High School and Grammar School, both within walking distance. The vibrant city centre is also nearby, providing a variety of shops, bars, restaurants, and cultural attractions such as the historic Colchester Castle. Commuters will appreciate the excellent public transport links available, with three mainline stations offering direct routes to London Liverpool Street. Upon entering, a spacious hallway sets a welcoming tone, leading to all principal rooms. The living room is bright and airy, featuring dual aspect windows and a charming bay window that enhances its character and floods the space with natural light. A central fireplace creates a warm focal point. The separate kitchen is well-proportioned, offering ample built-in cupboard space and a pleasant view over the rear garden, with a door providing direct access to the outdoors. Both bedrooms are comfortable doubles, easily accommodating beds and furniture while allowing for generous floor space. The family bathroom features a bath with an overhead shower, ensuring both convenience and functionality. One of the standout features of this property is the impressive rear garden, which stretches far back and is not overlooked, providing a rare sense of privacy. This outdoor space presents endless potential for landscaping or entertaining. Additional benefits include a garage for extra storage or workspace and a lovely enclosed front plot situated within a quiet cul-de-sac, complete with a lawned area and a large driveway suitable for several cars. With potential for extension subject to planning permission—similar to other homes on the road—this property represents an exciting opportunity to create a forever home in one of Colchester’s most sought-after locations.

WHOTS analysis

Our WHOTS verdict

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19out of 100
Grade ELow opportunity

Confidence: MEDIUM

This two-bedroom detached bungalow in the desirable Lexden area offers a bright living space with a generous garden and potential for extension. While the property is well-maintained overall, it does require some cosmetic updates to fully realize its charm. The spacious living room, functional kitchen, and comfortable bedrooms provide a solid foundation for a renovation project.

However, the asking price of £400,000 comes in at £556 per square foot, which is significantly above the local average of £356 per square foot. This makes the price appear quite dear for the area. When factoring in the estimated renovation costs of £20,000 to £40,000, the all-in costs stretch beyond local benchmarks for this floor area, presenting a challenging economic position. The potential for improvement is clear, but buyers should carefully consider the financial implications before proceeding.

Key opportunities

  • Generous rear garden with potential for landscaping or extension.
  • Spacious and bright living areas with character features.
  • Well-proportioned bedrooms and functional amenities.

Key risks

  • Asking price plus renovation costs lead to stretched all-in expenses compared to local averages.

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Current average variable rate is 6.60%

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£1,511
Based on a loan of £300,000 over 30 years at 4.45% interest

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