£140,000 /Sale price

This two bedroom first floor apartment is offered with no upward chain and is situated within a purpose built block on the banks of the Grand Union canal. The apartment is conveniently located for a plethora of local amenities including large supermarkets, a host of independent shops and eateries and Wigston's leisure and medical centres. The home is also in close proximity to several commuter roads both into and out of the city of Leicester and South Wigston train station. The apartment benefits from a corner position at the rear which means it enjoys views over open space on one side with the remaining windows looking out to the canal side. Only the flats above and below enjoy the enviable outlook.Access to the block is via a secure intercom service and through a shared entrance area and up a flight of stairs to the front door of the flat itself. The accommodation itself includes an entrance hall, off which, is two useful storage/cloakroom cupboard. Off the entrance hall are doors opening to the lounge diner, kitchen, bathroom and both bedrooms. The apartments feature space is a fantastic lounge diner which due to its position in the corner of the block has a half hexagonal exterior wall. Each side has a window looking out over green space. In fact there are four windows in total filling the room with plenty of natural light. The room has ample space to be sectioned into a reception area with a sofa, coffee table and chairs, and a dining space with room for a table and chairs.Unlike many modern apartments where the kitchen sits open plan to the living area, the kitchen is separate to the living area and ideal for those who prefer this arrangement. The kitchen has a range of base and wall mounted fitted units, with tiled splashbacks and roll-edge work surfaces. There is an integral gas hob and built-in electric oven with space for a fridge/freezer and plumbing for washing machine. The kitchen also accommodates the boiler meaning the flat has central heating rather than electric heating found in many similar apartments.The principal bedroom is a double room which benefits from a dual aspect with windows to both side and rear. The second bedroom is versatile and as well as guest bedroom could also be used as a workspace or dressing area if desired. Finally, there is a bathroom comprising a three piece suite to include a bath with shower over, low flush WC and pedestal wash hand basin. The flat does come with an allocated parking space within a car park. Visitor parking spots are also available. There are communal gardens and plenty of green space around the main building. If you enjoy a stroll along the canal you can easily walk to Kilby Bridge in one direction and Aylestone Meadows in the other. Appealing to a wide range of potential buyers including first time purchasers, buy-to-let investors and even downsizers this superb apartment is worthy of serious consideration and internal viewing is highly recommended. Agent Note: The property is leasehold with just over 128 years remaining. The ground rent is just over £205 per annum. The service charges with include building insurance currently work out to be £1804 per year approximately and is reviewed annually. The service charge is payable to the Residential Management Group (RMG). Wigston is a suburb situated to the South of Leicester City Centre. A popular local hub the main High Street provides a wide range of local shops, amenities, restaurants and eateries. The transport links for commuters are excellent heading into and out of the city by road either by car and regularly serviced bus routes or by rail via South Wigston train station. In addition, there are a number of reputable local schools for all age groups.