£230,000
2 bed flat for saleAthelstan Road, Dorchester DT1
2 beds
2 baths
1 reception
EPC Rating: C
Just added
Leasehold
About this property
Offered with no forward chain and located within a conservation area, this well-presented ground-floor apartment forms part of an excellent conversion of the former farm buildings. The property offers well-proportioned, dual aspect accommodation comprising a sitting/dining room, kitchen, two double bedrooms, family bathroom and en-suite facilities to the principal bedroom. Externally, the property benefits from two allocated parking spaces, one of which is a carport. EPC Rating C.
Situation
The property is situated in Fordington, an attractive and much sought after residential area conveniently located for access to the town centre with its shops, eateries and supermarkets. Dorchester South and Dorchester West train stations are located in the town and provide mainline train services to London Waterloo and Bristol Temple Meads. The County Town provides a number of highly regarded schools and is in the school catchment area, and within walking distance, of Manor Park First school and St. Osmund's Middle school. Being in close proximity to rural footpaths, there are outstanding walking and riding opportunities across the surrounding countryside and along the World Heritage Jurassic Coastline.
Accommodation
Fordington Dairy is accessed via automatic gates, with entrance to the apartment through a communal hallway leading to the apartment’s front door. The front door opens into a hallway providing access to all rooms. The apartment is presented to a high standard throughout, with a useful storage cupboard and airing cupboard housing the boiler located in the hallway. Neutral décor and wood-effect laminate flooring flow throughout the space and continue into the sitting/dining room.
Sitting/Dining Room
The stylish sitting/dining room boasts generous proportions, with dual-aspect windows flooding the space with natural light. The room is finished in neutral décor, complemented by attractive panelling that creates a striking feature wall. Wood-effect laminate flooring completes the space.
Kitchen
The modern kitchen benefits from dual-aspect windows and is fitted with a range of wall and base units, providing ample storage. Integrated appliances include a double oven, four-ring gas hob with extractor fan over, while space is provided for a washing machine and dishwasher. The room is finished with part-tiled walls and vinyl flooring.
Bedrooms
The home boasts two good sized double bedrooms, with bedroom two offering views over the quadrangle of Fordington Dairy. Bedroom one benefits from en-suite facilities comprising a shower, WC and wash hand basin with fitted vanity unit under.
Bathroom
The family bathroom is tastefully fitted with a white suite comprising a large step-in shower cubicle, WC and wash hand basin with fitted vanity storage. The room is finished with part-tiled walls and a fully tiled floor.
Externally
The properybenefits from two allocated parking spaces with one being a useful carport.
Agents Notes
Please note that there is planning for four sites currently being built by cg Fry in the local area: Ref P/ful/2021/02623
Please note there is an annual service charge of £1,938.14 per annum and a £40 monthly communal service charge.
There is a lease of 999 years from 1 January 2000.
Templehill have confirmed pets are by approval.
Services
Mains electricity, water and drainage are connected.
Gas fired central heating
Local Authorities
Dorset Council
County Hall
Colliton Park
Dorchester
Dorset
DT1 1XJ
Tel: Council tax band C.
Broadband And Mobile Coverage
At the time of the listing, standard, superfast and ultrafast broadband are available.
Mobile phone service varies dependent upon your provider and we recommend you visit the Ofcom website checker to confirm.
For up-to-date information please visit
Flood Risk
Enquire for up-to-date details or check the website for the most current rating.
Stamp Duty
Stamp duty is likely to be payable on this property dependent upon your circumstance.
Please visit the below website to check this.
Situation
The property is situated in Fordington, an attractive and much sought after residential area conveniently located for access to the town centre with its shops, eateries and supermarkets. Dorchester South and Dorchester West train stations are located in the town and provide mainline train services to London Waterloo and Bristol Temple Meads. The County Town provides a number of highly regarded schools and is in the school catchment area, and within walking distance, of Manor Park First school and St. Osmund's Middle school. Being in close proximity to rural footpaths, there are outstanding walking and riding opportunities across the surrounding countryside and along the World Heritage Jurassic Coastline.
Accommodation
Fordington Dairy is accessed via automatic gates, with entrance to the apartment through a communal hallway leading to the apartment’s front door. The front door opens into a hallway providing access to all rooms. The apartment is presented to a high standard throughout, with a useful storage cupboard and airing cupboard housing the boiler located in the hallway. Neutral décor and wood-effect laminate flooring flow throughout the space and continue into the sitting/dining room.
Sitting/Dining Room
The stylish sitting/dining room boasts generous proportions, with dual-aspect windows flooding the space with natural light. The room is finished in neutral décor, complemented by attractive panelling that creates a striking feature wall. Wood-effect laminate flooring completes the space.
Kitchen
The modern kitchen benefits from dual-aspect windows and is fitted with a range of wall and base units, providing ample storage. Integrated appliances include a double oven, four-ring gas hob with extractor fan over, while space is provided for a washing machine and dishwasher. The room is finished with part-tiled walls and vinyl flooring.
Bedrooms
The home boasts two good sized double bedrooms, with bedroom two offering views over the quadrangle of Fordington Dairy. Bedroom one benefits from en-suite facilities comprising a shower, WC and wash hand basin with fitted vanity unit under.
Bathroom
The family bathroom is tastefully fitted with a white suite comprising a large step-in shower cubicle, WC and wash hand basin with fitted vanity storage. The room is finished with part-tiled walls and a fully tiled floor.
Externally
The properybenefits from two allocated parking spaces with one being a useful carport.
Agents Notes
Please note that there is planning for four sites currently being built by cg Fry in the local area: Ref P/ful/2021/02623
Please note there is an annual service charge of £1,938.14 per annum and a £40 monthly communal service charge.
There is a lease of 999 years from 1 January 2000.
Templehill have confirmed pets are by approval.
Services
Mains electricity, water and drainage are connected.
Gas fired central heating
Local Authorities
Dorset Council
County Hall
Colliton Park
Dorchester
Dorset
DT1 1XJ
Tel: Council tax band C.
Broadband And Mobile Coverage
At the time of the listing, standard, superfast and ultrafast broadband are available.
Mobile phone service varies dependent upon your provider and we recommend you visit the Ofcom website checker to confirm.
For up-to-date information please visit
Flood Risk
Enquire for up-to-date details or check the website for the most current rating.
Stamp Duty
Stamp duty is likely to be payable on this property dependent upon your circumstance.
Please visit the below website to check this.
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Tenure
Leasehold (973 years)
Service charge
£1,938 per year
Council tax band
C
Ground rent
£40
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