3 bed semi-detached house for sale

Bignal Drive, Leicester Forest East LE3

Just a short walk away from the local amenities and ideally positioned for easy access to the M1, M69 and City Centre, Newton Fallowell are excited to offer buyers the chance to purchase this three bedroom semi detached property perfect for growing families or first time buyers in search of a well proportioned accommodation across two floors. Walk in and be surprised, the gas centrally heated and double glazed accommodation includes an entrance porch, through lounge diner, conservatory with utility area and a re-fitted modern kitchen, with the first floor offering three well proportioned bedrooms and a contemporary fitted shower room. The plot affords a driveway to the front providing off street parking with an integral garage and a landscaped garden to the rear. Available with no upward chain and benefiting from cavity wall insulation, an early viewing is therefore strongly recommended to avoid disappointment.

Ground Floor

Upon entering the home, you are welcomed by a useful entrance porch with tiled flooring and a side window, creating a bright and practical space for coats and shoes. A door leads into the full-length reception room, offering ample space for both formal dining and relaxed living. This inviting area features wood-effect flooring and a staircase rising to the first floor.

French doors open into the conservatory, a superb addition providing further sitting space and a utility area with plumbing for a washing machine. Sliding doors give access to the rear garden, allowing plenty of natural light to flow through.

Completing the ground floor is the upgraded kitchen, fitted with a modern range of wall and base units complemented by sleek work surfaces and soft-closing drawers. Integrated appliances include an oven, hob with extractor hood, fridge, freezer, and a built-in wine cooler. A side door offers convenient external access.

First Floor

Moving upstairs you will find three well proportioned bedrooms, two of which benefit from having built in wardrobes. Another focal point of the home is the modernised shower room fitted with a three piece suite comprising a walk in shower, wash hand basin and WC, with complementary tiling and a heated towel rail. There is also access to the insulated landing via the landing.

Outside

The frontage consists of a driveway providing off road parking and giving access to the garage measuring 5.23m x 2.46m and boasting light, power, replaced consumer unit and meters. The garage also boasts an upgraded Worcester Boiler (Fitted 2023). There is also a lawned garden and pathway leading to the front door. Secure gated access to the side leads to a re-turfed garden offering a raised decking area to the back perfect for outdoor entertaining. There are further paved areas ideal for outdoor sitting, planted borders, fencing to boundaries and timber shed.

Location

Bignal Drive is a quiet residential street in Leicester Forest East, a popular suburb to the west of Leicester. The area offers a peaceful, family-friendly setting with mainly semi-detached and detached homes, most of which are owner-occupied.

It’s well connected by road, with easy access to the A47 and M1, making commuting into Leicester or further afield straightforward. Local shops, schools, and parks are close by including Stafford Leys Primary School and Forest East Park giving residents a good balance of convenience and community.

Tenure & Council Tax

We understand the property to be freehold with vacant possession upon completion. Blaby District Council - Tax Band B. Please be advised that when a property is sold, local authorities reserve the right to re-calculate the council tax band.

Viewing Arrangements

Viewings are strictly by appointment only.

Need Independent Mortgage Advice?

We are pleased to introduce the Mortgage Advice Bureau, who works with Newton Fallowell Estate Agents to provide our customers with expert mortgage advice. They have access to thousands of mortgages, including exclusive deals not available on the high street. Their advice is tailored to your circumstances, whether you’re looking to take your first steps on the property ladder, moving home, or even investing in a buy-to-let property. They can help find the right mortgage for you and support your application every step of the way. To speak with our expert 'in branch' adviser, please contact our office.

Making An Offer

“We are required by law to conduct anti-money laundering checks on all those selling or buying a property. Whilst we retain responsibility for ensuring checks and any ongoing monitoring are carried out correctly, the initial checks are carried out on our behalf by Lifetime Legal who will contact you once you have agreed to instruct us in your sale or had an offer accepted on a property you wish to buy. The cost of these checks is £60 (incl. VAT), which covers the cost of obtaining relevant data and any manual checks and monitoring which might be required. This fee will need to be paid by you in advance of us publishing your property (in the case of a vendor) or issuing a memorandum of sale (in the case of a buyer), directly to Lifetime Legal, and is non-refundable. We will receive some of the fee taken by Lifetime Legal to compensate for its role in the provision of these checks.”

Agents Note

These particulars, whilst believed to be accurate are set out as a general outline only for guidance and do not constitute any part of an offer or contract. Details are given without any responsibility, and any intending purchasers, lessees or third parties should not rely on them as statements of representation of fact, but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to their accuracy. All photographs, measurements (width x length), floorplans and distances referred to are given as a guide only and should not be relied upon for the purchase of carpets or any other fixtures or fittings. All services and appliances have not and will not be tested by Newton Fallowell. Lease details, service ground rent are given as a guide only and should be checked and confirmed by your solicitor prior to exchange of contracts. No person in this firms employment has the authority to make or give any representation or warranty in respect of the property. We retain the copyright.

Referrals

Newton Fallowell and our partners provide a range of services to our vendors and purchasers, although you are free to choose an alternative provider. We can refer you to mab to help with finances, we may receive a referral fee if you take out a mortgage through him. If you require a solicitor to handle your sale or purchase, we can refer you on to a panel of preferred providers and we will receive a referral fee should you decide to use them to sell or purchase a property. We can also refer you to a surveyor and energy assessor and we will receive a referral fee should you use their services. If you require more information regarding our referral programmes, please ask at our office.

Free Property Valuations

If you have a house to sell then we would love to provide you with a free no obligation valuation.