Gilbert Road, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB4 3PB | Property for sale | Savills
141.12 sq m
Guide price £695,000($1,493,845)

Gilbert RoadCambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB4 3PB

  • Sold

Key features

  • Sold in February 2024
  • Versatile living spaces
  • Potential for refurbishment and extension
  • Off-street parking and garage
  • Long rear garden

Well situated traditional 1930s semi in need of refurbishment.

About this property

  • 140 Gilbert Road was constructed during the 1930's of mainly dark buff brick elevations with timber leaded light windows beneath a tiled roof. The property extends to xxxx sq ft of accommodation laid out over ground and first floors. The property which has been in the same ownership since the late 1970's might now benefit from a program of refurbishment which could also include some reconfiguration and extension(s), subject to the necessary consents being granted. The house is set back from Gilbert Road and has off street parking to the side for three cars, this is gated mid-way and leads to a single garage. The property is accessed via a wide storm porch with glazed door to a large entrance hallway and has an oak handrail and stairs to the first floor.

    There is a sitting room to the front which has a wide bay window with (concealed) fireplace whilst to the rear is a double dining/reception room reception room which has an open fireplace and ornate surround and is fully glazed to the rear which leads to a garden room, again fully glazed to the rear. The kitchen/breakfast room is fitted with basic cabinetry and laminated work surfaces, there is a floor standing Ideal Mexico central heating boiler. To the rear is a glazed lobby along with ground floor bathroom which has a dual aspect and yellow coloured sanitary-ware. At first floor are three bedrooms including two large doubles, both of which have a range of built-in wardrobes, the principal bedroom also has a vanity unit. The bathroom was re-fitted to create a modern shower room, and along the landing, many years ago, the galleried landing was enclosed to create a small box room which could be undone to create more light. There are number of houses along Gilbert Road which have benefitted from side, rear and loft extensions so there is ample potential to create a much larger home. The house which retains panelled doors internally and has wide timber bay windows is available with no onward chain and is seen in greater detail on the attached floorplans.

    The front garden is enclosed by a retaining wall and laid to gravel and partially paved. The rear garden has an extensive paved terrace, beyond which is laid mostly to lawn with tall mature trees including a beech and a fir and mature shrubs along with a summer house. For those now working from home, there might be opportunity to construct a detached home office/ work space or similar if required.

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This a really superb opportunity to refurbish and extend to create a fabulous well situated family home.

Stewart ChipchaseProperty agent

Local information

  • Gilbert Road is located in the historic city of Cambridge and offers a desirable location with a range of amenities, convenient shopping options, excellent transport links, and access to renowned schools.
  • Gilbert Road is surrounded by a variety of amenities, including grocery stores, pharmacies, healthcare facilities, and recreational centres. There are also several parks and green spaces nearby such as Jesus Green and Midsummer Common, providing opportunities for outdoor activities, picnics, and leisurely walks.
  • For shopping there is a range of options across the city, including both independent and chain retailers from boutique shops to larger department stores, and shopping centres The Grand Arcade and Grafton Centre. There is also a vibrant and busy daily market.
  • Multiple bus routes operate along the road, providing convenient access to the city centre, train stations with regular services into London Liverpool Street and Kings Cross. Additionally there are cycling paths and routes throughout the city.
  • There are exceptional education institutions including the world-renowned University of Cambridge with 31 colleges in all, and has a range of fantastic independent schools for all ages such as Stephen Perse Foundation, The Leys and St Faiths, as well as Hills and Long Road sixth form colleges.
  • All distances and times are approximate.

Additional information

  • EPC Rating: E
  • Tenure: Freehold
  • Council Tax Band: E