Monarch Way, Leighton Buzzard
LU7 1DU
£180,000
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Quarters are delighted to offer for sale with no upper chain this two bedroom top floor apartment, located on a small modern development close to the river Ouzel and Grand Union canal, and within walking distance of the town centre and the mainline train station. The property is presented in excellent order and provides accommodation comprising: Communal entrance with entry phone system, hallway, generous lounge/diner, refitted kitchen, two bedrooms and a bathroom. Additional benefits include double glazing and allocated parking. Viewing is highly recommended.
This property is well placed, with a wide range of local schools, a National Rail station around a 15 minute walk away and a wide range of local amenities all within easy reach.
On schooling, the area is well-served at both primary and secondary level. There are nine good or outstanding primary schools within two miles, including Dovery Academy (assessed as outstanding by Locrating) around a 14 minute walk, and The Mary Bassett Lower School (rated good by Ofsted) about a 7 minute walk. The Mary Bassett Lower draws around 44% of local pupils, the highest local share. Another popular primary option is Leighton Middle School.
There are four good or outstanding secondary schools within five miles, including Vandyke Upper School (rated good by Ofsted) around a 17 minute walk, and Cedars Upper School (rated good by Ofsted) just over a mile. Cedars Upper ranks in the top 29% of schools at GCSE level. Around 34% of local pupils attend Vandyke Upper. Leighton Middle is another common choice for families nearby. Vandyke Upper and Cedars Upper both offer sixth form provision for A-level or equivalent study.
School admissions are never certain, but based on historical admissions patterns at primary level The Mary Bassett Lower and The Rushmere Park Academy, assessed as good by Locrating (about a 8 minute walk) are both likely within catchment and at secondary level Vandyke Upper and Cedars Upper are both likely within catchment for this property.
For transport, Leighton Buzzard station serving National Rail is the nearest connection, around a 15 minute walk. Bus services are within easy reach, the closest stop a 4 minute walk away.
Everyday shopping options include Aldi, Waitrose and Welcome (about a 8 minute walk). Local food and drink options include Red Naga (a 4 minute walk) and Papa Johns and Jasmine House, both about a 6 minute walk away. Local healthcare includes a pharmacy at Tesco Instore Pharmacy (about a 7 minute walk) and an NHS dentist at Leighton Buzzard Health Centre Dental Department (about a 6 minute walk). Family leisure options include Toptee. Electric vehicle owners will find a charging point at Podpoint 22 Kw nearby. All about a 9 minute walk away. Places of worship nearby include Trinity Methodist Church (about a 6 minute walk) and Friends Meeting House (about a 7 minute walk).
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