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Alpha Road, Cambridge
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26.30 sq m
Rent: £ 1,195.00 pcm
Deposit: £ 1,375.00
Available: November, 14th
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More infoProperty summary
- Bedrooms 1
- Bathrooms 1
- Reception rooms 1
- Kitchens 1
- Property type Flat
- Property age 1950s, 1960s and 1970s
- Student No
- Furnished Furnished
- Parking On Road Parking, Permit Parking
- Heating Electric Heating
- Water Mains
- Sewerage Mains
- Council Tax Band A
- EPC 48
Energy Efficiency Rating
Property description
DESCRIPTION Well-presented and modernised one bedroom first floor flat within walking distance of city near River Cam - Furnished
LOCATION Just North of the City within walking distance, off Chesterton road, close to the River. Commuting is a breeze with the Cambridge North Station just 1.8 miles away, offering direct routes to London and other major cities. Additionally, the nearby M11 motorway is only 3.5 miles from the property, providing easy access to the wider UK road network.
KITCHEN/LOUNGE Open plan with wooden floors, compact kitchen with small hob, fridge with ice box, combi grill/microwave, washing machine, breakfast bar, stools and TV unit.
BEDROOM Double room with double bed, built in cupboard with hanging rail.
SHOWER ROOM Good size with toilet, basin and separate shower cubicle.
INFORMATION Electric heating.
Double glazed windows throughout.
On street with permit.
Communal garden.
Tenant responsible for all outgoings (water rates/utility/council tax)
Energy performance rating E
Council tax band A
PARKING On street permit parking on Alpha Road. Permit to be obtained from the council, prospective tenants should confirm this and the cost themselves. Other unrestricted parking may be available on nearby streets also. Steps from footpath and road to Alpha Road front door.
UTILITIES Tenant responsible for all utility bills and outgoings.
Mains electricity supply. Main water and sewerage.
There is a broadband connection to this property - speed strengths may vary across different providers with further detail available at Ofcom.
There is mobile phone signal coverage to this property - signal strengths may vary across different providers with further detail available at Ofcom.
NOTES Professional only. No smokers. No pets. No sharers. No students. Government benefits considered on application and subject to a guarantor. The landlord will potentially consider either a 6 or 12 month fixed term tenancy initially, to be discussed on application.
The area benefits from proximity to Cambridge Science Park (2.3 miles), providing ample job opportunities within leading tech and innovation companies. Additionally, the central business district of Cambridge is only 2.5 miles away, assuring short commute times.
Residents can appreciate nearby green spaces such as Jesus Green (1.5 miles away) and Midsummer Common (1.7 miles away), perfect for leisurely walks, picnics, or recreational activities.
LOCAL AREA INFORMATION Arbury spans from the boarder of Kings Hedges and close proximity to Junction 32 Histon on the A14 in the North to Castle Mound, Chesterton Road and Jesus Green in the South, bordering the Castle and West Chesterton areas on either side. Arbury has a range of amenities and excellent transport links.
The City Centre and Castle Hill are close by, with a variety of shopping and dining options. For those who enjoy outdoor activities, Midsummer Common, Arbury Town Park, Alexandra Gardens and Jesus Green Lido is a short walk or cycle away, providing vast green spaces for leisure and exercise. Arbury is also in close proximity to Cambridge Gymnastics Academy, Arbury Community Centre, Kettle's Yard, Museum of Cambridge and Shire Hall, as well having a number of public houses and dining options within the area.
Transport links are excellent, with easy access to the A14 motorway (1.5 mile) and the M11 motorway (2.5 miles), facilitating convenient travel to various parts of the country. Cambridge North train station (2.8 miles) offers regular services to London and other major cities.
Tenants information on procedures and fees
RESERVING A PROPERTY
To reserve a property SAB require:
ALL prospective occupants of the property over 18 to provide references & be on tenancy agreement.
2 forms of ID Passport or driving license & for non-EU nationals all current Right to Rent requirements must be met. N.B We must see original copies of documents with applicants in person before keys can be issued.
Proof of address A utility bill or bank/credit card statement dated within last 3 months.
HOLDING DEPOSIT
For an Assured Shorthold Tenancy, a holding deposit of one weeks rent (Rent x 12 divided by 52) will be required to secure a property for application & therefore be removed from the market.
The amount will be held until the agreed tenancy start date then allocated towards the first months rent. N.B The Holding Deposit is not refundable if applicant (or any relevant person i.e. guarantor) withdraws from tenancy, fails Right to Rent checks, provides significant false/misleading information which affects Landlords reasonable decision to proceed with tenancy or if applicant fails to take reasonable steps to enter tenancy agreement by tenancy start date. Tenancy Agreement (non-AST e.g. Company Let): £300. Fee is non-refundable if application fails due to adverse data/reference or applicant withdraws.
LOST KEYS/SECURITY DEVICES
Tenants are liable for actual cost of lost keys/security device if the loss results in locks needing changing, including cost of locksmith, lock & keys for tenant(s), landlord or other person requiring keys. If extra costs are incurred there is a £20 per hour incl. VAT cost for time taken.
VARIATION OF TENANCY TERMS
Tenants are liable for a charge of £50 incl. VAT (or any reasonable costs incurred if higher) for variation of contract request and where tenant requests to change a named tenant. This covers costs associated with taking landlords instructions & preparation/execution of legal documents, new tenant referencing, Right To Rent checks, deposit registration, preparation/execution of tenancy related documents.
REQUEST TO END TENANCY EARLY
Should the tenant wish to leave earlier than the tenancy agreement expiry date they will be liable for landlords costs in reletting the property & rent due under the tenancy until start date of replacement tenancy. Costs will be no more than the maximum amount of rent outstanding on the tenancy.
END OF TENANCY
At the end of a tenancy, the property must be left in accordance with tenancy agreement & inventory obligations inc. a professional standard of cleaning throughout the property. When practical after property has been vacated, we will arrange a check out to negotiate return of deposit in accordance with procedures in Tenancy Agreement & subject to Tenancy Deposit Protection Scheme procedures/regulations.
GUARANTOR
Guarantors must be residents of England/Wales (not Scotland, Northern Ireland or abroad) and a homeowner.
DEPOSIT/RENT
Cash deposit of five weeks rent is due per tenancy where the rent is less than £50,000 per year. Cash deposit of six weeks rent is due per tenancy where the rent is more than £50,000 per year.
Cash deposit will be required in cleared funds on/before day of signing tenancy agreement. If more than 14 days between Holding Deposit payment & tenancy start date, tenants will be required to sign tenancy agreement in advance & pay remainder of first months rent in advance (less holding deposit).
TENANCY START DATE
All tenants must sign Tenancy Agreement, all monies must be cleared, & ID provided in person before release of keys.
INDEPENDENT REDRESS SCHEME/CLIENT MONEY PROTECTION
Registered with The Property Ombudsman redress scheme as St Andrews Bureau Ltd (Membership Number L00059). Registered with Propertymark Client Money Protection as St Andrews Bureau Ltd (Scheme Ref: C0000635).
