Riverside Place, Cambridge, CB5 8JF

46 Riverside Place is a superb, modern, well-proportioned, dual-aspect third-floor two-bedroom apartment, flooded with natural light, in a highly desirable development overlooking the River Cam, with far-reaching water views. The accommodation is thoughtfully arranged off a generous reception hall, giving a wonderful sense of volume and space, with a natural flow throughout. There is no onward chain.

The expansive, light-filled open-plan sitting and dining area enjoys superb views over the River Cam and opens onto a balcony overlooking the water, and leads through to the spacious and well-appointed kitchen at the rear of the apartment. The kitchen is equipped with contemporary cabinetry and integrated appliances, including an oven, microwave oven and induction hob, with space for a dishwasher and washing machine. There is also a bright study space overlooking the River Cam, perfect for taking in the ever-changing riverside outlook.

There are two generously proportioned double bedrooms, including a principal bedroom with an en suite comprising a shower, basin and WC. The family bathroom features a bath with overhead shower, heated towel rail, basin and WC. The apartment has electric panel heating throughout, with carpet to the bedrooms, while the hall, kitchen and sitting and dining area are finished with attractive wood-effect flooring.

This prestigious riverside development includes a secure undercroft parking space for one vehicle, along with cycle storage. It is well managed, with an on-site concierge present four days a week and a weekly cleaner for the communal areas. There are designated visitor parking spaces, and residents have access to beautifully landscaped and well-maintained communal gardens that make the most of the riverside setting.

Riverside is a popular walking and cycling route for both leisure and access to the city centre. There is direct, traffic-free access to Cambridge North station, and Cambridge Business and Science parks, via Stourbridge Common and the Chisholm Trail Bridge. 

Riverside Place is well located for supermarkets and retail amenities on Newmarket Road and is close to Engineers House, offering popular riverside options for alfresco drinking and dining, as well as the Green Dragon. Open green spaces are nearby at Logan’s Meadow and the historic Stourbridge Common, which also features a well-equipped children’s playground.

The City Centre is approximately 1 mile away, the mainline Railway Station approximately 1.5 miles, and Cambridge Science Park approximately 1.5 miles.

If you are looking for schools, this stunning Riverside apartment is situated within the catchment areas of both Parkside Academy secondary school, rated 'outstanding', and St Matthew's Primary School rated as "good" by Ofsted.

Current annual service charge £5,305.28
Ground rent: £275.00 per annum

The property is held on a 125 year lease commencing on 21 May 2004. The current ground rent is subject to a review whereby it doubles every 25 years for the remainder of the lease term.

Additional information:

Local Authority: Cambridge City Council
Council Tax Band: D
Services: Mains water and sewage, mains electricity
EPC rating: C
Tenure: Leasehold
Internet speed: Full fibre up to 1Gbps