The Downs, Harlow, Essex

Guide Price: £315,000 - 325,000
Tenure: Freehold
Location: The Downs, Harlow, CM20 3RQ

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This beautifully presented two-bedroom freehold home is located in the highly sought-after area of The Downs in Harlow—offering a fantastic opportunity for first-time buyers or investors looking for a stylish and well-located property. Set in a peaceful residential street, the home combines modern comfort with thoughtful design and enjoys easy access to the town centre, local schools, and excellent transport links.

Upon entering through a well-maintained uPVC porch, you’re welcomed into a bright and spacious kitchen/diner. This inviting space features classic cabinetry in a soft sage tone, generous worktop areas, and integrated appliances including a built-in double oven. There is ample space for a dining table, creating the ideal setting for family meals or casual entertaining.

To the rear of the home, the stylish living room exudes comfort and character with its wood-effect flooring, contemporary colour scheme, and elegant panelling. A central fireplace serves as the room’s focal point, while a large double-glazed window fills the space with natural light and offers a view over the garden.

Upstairs, the home offers two spacious double bedrooms. The main bedroom features built-in wardrobes and overhead storage, allowing you to make the most of the space, while the second bedroom offers ample room for a bed, wardrobe, and home office setup—ideal for remote working or growing families. Both bedrooms are attractively decorated in calm, neutral tones.

The family bathroom is well appointed, offering a panelled bath with both an over-tap shower and a Bristan electric shower, along with a pedestal basin, low level WC and a heated towel rail.

The rear garden is a standout feature of the property. Thoughtfully landscaped, it includes a blend of patio and lawn, curved paths, established planting beds, and a beautiful seating area beneath flowering trees—perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The space is fully enclosed by fencing, with a garden shed providing additional storage. There is also a well-presented front garden and plenty of on-street parking.
The location adds further appeal. The Downs is a quiet, family-friendly part of Harlow, ideally situated for access to several excellent schools including Jerounds Primary Academy and St Mark’s West Essex Catholic School, both rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted, and the highly regarded Burnt Mill Academy, which is rated ‘Outstanding’. Harlow Town Station is just a short distance away, offering direct services into London Liverpool Street in under 30 minutes, as well as connections to Cambridge—making it an ideal base for commuters.

Harlow Town Centre, which lies within walking distance, offers a wide range of shops, restaurants, leisure facilities and essential services, and is currently undergoing extensive regeneration and investment. The area is also home to Harlow Town Park—one of the largest urban parks in the country—featuring landscaped gardens, woodlands, a petting zoo, play areas, a splash park, and seasonal events throughout the year.

As part of an area earmarked for significant future development and infrastructure upgrades, The Downs represents an exciting opportunity to secure a property with long-term value in one of Harlow’s most promising neighbourhoods.

This is a truly delightful home that blends practical living with charm and style, all in a location brimming with potential.
Early viewing is highly recommended.

Entrance Hallway Kitchen
18' x 5' x 9' x 8'
Wall and base units, work surface areas, white goods. Double glazed window to door and door to front and rear leading to separate front porch. Radiator, larder cupboard, wall mounted boiler.

Porch
3'3" x 5'9"
UPVC porch leading to front, separate porch entrance to main door.

Living Room
13'8" x 14'5" (maximum measurement)
Wooden floor, fireplace, double glazed window to rear, dado rail, radiator.
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nner Hall
5'9" x 6'3"
Composite door, radiator, wooden flooring, double glazed window to front.
Bathroom

Panel bath with over-tap shower and separate Bristan electric shower, pedestal wash hand basin, low level WC, heated towel rail.

Bedroom 1
11'3" x 11'5"
Ceiling light point, radiator, double glazed window to rear.

Bedroom 2
14'5" x 9'3"
Ceiling light point, double glazed window to rear. Over and surrounding-bed wardrobe, large wardrobe.

Upstairs Landing Area

Airing cupboard, loft access, over-stairs area.
Garden

Patio area, shrubs and flowerbed surrounds, shed, rear patio area, enclosed fencing.