ONE AND TWO-BEDROOM APARTMENTS
A stylish and contemporary development of one and two-bedroom apartments in the dynamic and world-famous university city of Cambridge.
Aspirational
APARTMENTS Located on a tranquil residential street in the world-famous city of Cambridge, The Chalkboard is a high-end boutique development comprising 12 stylish and contemporary apartments. With local amenities close by and within walking and cycling distance of Cambridge Railway Station, Cambridge University Colleges and the historic City Centre, apartments in The Chalkboard will appeal to overseas students and young professional working tenants.
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Computer generated image of The Chalkboard
A high-yield
INVESTMENT The Chalkboard represents a fantastic opportunity to invest in the world-famous university city of Cambridge.
House prices in Cambridge increased by an average of 16.9% over the past year (2014) on the back of strong demand driven by a buoyant employment market and a strong local economy. Average earnings in Cambridge are 17% higher than across the UK, and employment is forecast to grow strongly over the next few years. This indicates a strong and stable economically active tenant base that is likely to continue to attract investment from both the UK and abroad.
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Rents have risen by 52% over the five years to 2014 as a result of strong demand for rental homes against limited supply. At ÂŁ987, the median monthly rent in Cambridge is higher than both the national and regional average (ÂŁ738 and ÂŁ746 respectively). The resulting gross yields for investors typically range from 4% to 6% depending on the type of property.
King's College Chapel
A thriving city
LOCATION Cambridge is a city internationally renowned for its world-leading university, high tech cluster and its ability to foster and develop a culture of learning and innovation. People living and working in Cambridge are amongst the most highly qualified in the country with 46% of Cambridge residents educated to degree level, compared with 26% nationally. Aside from high tech and biotech industries, Cambridge is home to thriving distribution, hotels and restaurants, finance, legal and business activities, public administration, education, healthcare and tourist industries. 48 minutes from London by train, 30 minutes from London Stansted Airport, the home of Cambridge International Airport and located on the A14 and M11 motorway, Cambridge is easily accessible by road, rail or air.
In the Centre for Cities Economic Outlook 2012, Cambridge is second on the list of “Cities to Watch� based on the high percentage of knowledge workers (51%), residents educated to NVQ 4 or above (51%), number of patents per 100,000 of the population (113) and business startups per 10,000 of population (35.8). Cambridge is also at the forefront of UK population growth, a proven driver of house prices, with a 12.7% increase in population between 2001 and 2011 – the fifth highest increase in the UK.
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Stansted Airport
Trinity Street
Cambridge Biomedical Campus
King's College
At the heart of
EVERYTHING A few minutes’ walk from The Chalkboard you will find Cambridge Leisure, which has eight restaurants, a cocktail bar, two supermarkets, a gymnasium, tenpin bowling, karaoke, a contemporary arts venue and a cinema complex.
Corn Exchange
Be inspired by the many beautiful museums and art galleries of the city centre. Admire the beautiful architecture and majestic college buildings. Explore quaint passages set around the historic market place and colleges, where a unique and relaxing shopping experience can be found. Here a blend of independent shops is mingled with high street brands. Relax in the many beautiful pubs, restaurants and cafes. Catch a student theatrical production, or a show at the Arts Theatre. See live music or comedy at the Corn Exchange.
Cambridge Leisure
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Cambridge Retail Park
Cambridge City Centre
A603
Cambridge Train Station
Cambridge University Botanic Garden
A1134 Cherry Hinton Hall
A1134 A1307
Gog Magog Golf Club
Swift transport
CONNECTIONS The Chalkboard is in the ideal location for professional tenants to commute across the city and beyond. Cambridge Train Station is less than one mile away and connects with London King’s Cross with regular services taking less than one hour. Footpaths and cycle routes weave across the city centre, opening up greener modes of transport such as walking and cycling. Cambridge city centre is only two miles away, and Cambridge Leisure can be reached in just five minutes by bicycle.
London Stansted Airport is just 27 miles from The Chalkboard, providing swift connections with some 140 destinations across the globe. Meanwhile, Cambridge International Airport is a six-minute drive away for a number of daily flights to a range of European destinations.
For those who prefer to travel by car, junction 11 of the M1 motorway is less than four miles from The Chalkboard, opening up travel towards London in the south, as well as the north and east of England.
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BICYCLE
CAMBRIDGE LEISURE 5 MINUTES 1.1 MILES
CAMBRIDGE TRAIN STATION 7 MINUTES 1.4 MILES
CAMBRIDGE CITY CENTRE 10 MINUTES 2.1 MILES
RAIL
STANSTED AIRPORT 30 MINUTES
LONDON KING'S CROSS 48 MINUTES
LONDON LIVERPOOL STREET
HEATHROW AIRPORT
1 HOUR 59 MINUTES
1 HOUR 6 MINUTES
ROAD
M1 1 JUNCTION 1 1 11 MINUTES 3.8 MILES
CAMBRIDGE SCIENCE PARK 14 MINUTES 3.9 MILES
STANSTED AIRPORT 35 MINUTES 27.4 MILES
HEATHROW AIRPORT
1 HOUR 28 MINUTES 74.2 MILES
Stunning
SPECIFICATION Kitchen
Bathroom & En Suite
Electrical Fittings
• Individually designed kitchens featuring handle-free cabinets with contemporary doors in a choice of colours*
• Roca white sanitaryware
• A combination of mains voltage and low-energy lighting throughout
• All cabinet doors and drawers include soft-close mechanism • Quartz worktops in a choice of colours* • Smeg integrated stainless steel oven • Smeg induction 4-zone hob • Smeg integrated telescopic extractor hood • Integrated fridge/freezer (Apartments 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 10, 12) • Integrated fridge (Apartments 1, 2, 7, 11) • Integrated freezer (Apartments 1, 2, 7, 11) • Integrated dishwasher • Freestanding washer/dryer • Blanco stainless steel under-mounted bowl with chrome polished tap • LED feature lighting to underside of wall cabinets
Heating • Gas-fired central heating and hot water • Flat panel horizontal radiators
• Hansgrohe tap fittings • Shower over bath • Rainfall overhead shower with handset in En Suite • Chrome heated towel rails • Porcelanosa wall and floor tiling
• LED feature lighting to underside of kitchen wall cabinets • Brushed stainless steel, flat plate sockets to kitchen • Dimmer switches to bedroom 1 and lounge
• Vanity unit under basin with mirror above or mirrored cabinet
Security & Peace Of Mind
Home Entertainment
• NHBC 10-year warranty cover
• Wiring for Virgin Media • Telephone outlets and CAT 5E data points provided to reception rooms and bedrooms
• Mains-powered smoke, heat and carbon monoxide detector • Video door entry system
Tenure Tenure:
Internal Finishes • Karndean flooring to kitchen, hall and living area • Carpets to bedrooms • Pavilion grey woodwork, architrave and skirting
Leasehold, 150 years
Ground Rent: One-bedroom - £250pa Two-bedroom - £300pa Estimated service charges available on request.
• Stainless steel lever handles • Wardrobes to bedroom 1
*Colour options are subject to build status. If a unit has not been reserved prior to fit-out, a standard option will be installed. Specifications are correct at time of going to print, but are subject to change without notice. Variations may be required to the specification in line with site specific sustainability issues. Please contact us for further information. Images are indicative of typical finish. Specification, details and finishes may differ and are indicative only. The computer generated images are from an imaginary viewpoint within an open space area. Their purpose is to give a feel for the development, not an accurate description of each property. External materials, finishes, landscaping and the position of parking (where provided) may vary throughout the development. Properties may also be built handed (mirror image).
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Apartment
LOCATOR First Floor
7
1
One-bedroom
One-bedroom
6
Two-bedroom
2
5
4
One-bedroom
3
One-bedroom
Two-bedroom
Two-bedroom
Second Floor
12
One-bedroom
11
Two-bedroom
8
One-bedroom
10
Two-bedroom
9
One-bedroom
Apartment
PLANS
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Apartment 1 503 sq ft | One-bedroom Kitchen/Dining/Living 6.2m x 4.0m 20’4” x 13’1”
Bedroom 3.2m x 2.8m 10’6” x 9’2”
Utility Cupboard 1.5m x 1.1m 4’11” x 3’7”
Bathroom 2.2m x 2.0m 7’3” x 6’7”
First Floor
Apartment 2 682 sq ft | Two-bedroom Kitchen/Dining/Living 6.6m x 4.2m 21’8” x 13’9”
Bedroom 1 En Suite 2.2m x 1.8m 7’3” x 5’10”
Bedroom 1 3.3m x 3.1m 10’10” x 10’2”
Bedroom 2 2.9m x 2.5m 9’6” x 8’2” Bathroom 2.2m x 1.9m 7’3” x 6’2”
First Floor
Apartment 3 766 sq ft | Two-bedroom Kitchen/Dining/Living 7.8m x 3.5m 25’7” x 11’6”
Bedroom 1 En Suite 2.1m x 1.8m 6’10” x 5’10”
Utility Cupboard 1.7m x 1.0m 5’7” x 3’3”
Bedroom 2 3.8m x 3.2m 12’5” x 10’6”
Bedroom 1 4.0m x 3.3m 13’1” x 10’10”
Bathroom 2.2m x 1.8m 7’3” x 5’10”
First Floor
Apartment 4 586 sq ft | One-bedroom Kitchen/Dining/Living 6.9m x 4.1m 22’8” x 13’5”
Bedroom 4.2m x 3.4m 13’9” x 11’2”
Utility Cupboard 1.9m x 0.9m 6’2” x 2’11”
Bathroom 2.2m x 2.0m 7’3” x 6’7”
First Floor
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Apartment 5 537 sq ft | One-bedroom Kitchen/Dining/Living 8.0m x 7.8m 26’3” x 25’7”
Bedroom 3.6m x 2.9m 11’10” x 9’6”
Utility Cupboard 1.8m x 1.0m 5’10” x 3’3”
Bathroom 2.3m x 1.8m 7’6” x 5’10”
First Floor
Apartment 6 609 sq ft | Two-bedroom Kitchen/Dining/ Living 7.8m x 3.7m 25’7” x 12’1”
Utility Cupboard 1.6m x 0.8m 5’3” x 2’7”
Bedroom 2 3.3m x 2.6m 10’10” x 8’6”
Bedroom 1 3.3m x 3.1m 10’10” x 10’2”
Bathroom 2.2m x 1.9m 7’3” x 6’2”
First Floor
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Apartment 7 503 sq ft | One-bedroom Kitchen/Living/Dining 6.2m x 4.0m 20’4” x 13’1”
Bedroom 3.2m x 2.8m 10’6” x 9’2”
Utility Cupboard 1.5m x 1.1m 4’11” x 3’7”
Bathroom 2.2m x 1.8m 7’3” x 5’10”
First Floor
Apartment 8 463 sq ft | One-bedroom Kitchen/Dining/Living  5.6m x 5.1m  18’4” x 16’9”
Bedroom 3.3m x 2.6m 10’10” x 8’6”
Utility Cupboard 1.1m x 0.9m 3’7” x 2’11”
Bathroom 2.2m x 1.8m 7’3” x 5’10”  Terrace  4.0m x 1.6m 13’1” x 5’3”
Cloakroom 0.9m x 0.9m 2’11” x 2’11”
Second Floor
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Apartment 9 515 sq ft | One-bedroom Kitchen/Dining/Living 7.4m x 2.9m 24’3” x 9’6”
Bathroom 3.2m x 2.0m 10’6” x 6’7”
Utility Cupboard 1.5m x 0.9m 4’11” x 2’11”
Terrace 7.0m x 1.5m 23’0” x 4’11”
Bedroom 3.6m x 3.6m 11’10” x 11’10”
Second Floor
Apartment 10 770 sq ft | Two-bedroom Kitchen 3.5m x 2.2m 11’6” x 7’3”
Bedroom 1 En Suite 2.2m x 1.6m 7’3” x 5’3”
Dining/Living 5.0m x 3.8m 16’5” x 12’5”
Bedroom 2 3.4m x 2.4m 11’2” x 7’10”
Utility Cupboard 2.2m x 0.9m 7’3” x 2’11”
Bathroom 2.2m x 2.2m 7’3” x 7’3”
Bedroom 1 3.5m x 3.3m 11’6” x 10’10”
Terrace 8.9m x 1.5m 29’2” x 411”
Second Floor
Apartment 11 735 sq ft | Two-bedroom Kitchen/Dining/ Living 6.1m x 5.2m 20’0” x 17’1”
Bedroom 1 En Suite 2.2m x 1.6m 7’3” x 5’3”
Utility Cupboard 2.2m x 0.9m 7’3” x 2’11”
Bedroom 2 4.6m x 2.3m 15’1” x 7’6”
Bedroom 1 3.5m x 3.2m 11’6” x 10’6”
Bathroom 2.2m x 2.2m 7’3” x 7’3”
Terrace 4.9m x 1.6m 16’1” x 5’3”
Second Floor
Apartment 12 463 sq ft | One-bedroom Kitchen/Dining/Living 5.6m x 5.2m 18’4” x 17’1”
Bedroom 3.3m x 2.5m 10’10” x 8’2”
Utility Cupboard 1.1m x 1.0m 3’7 x 3’3”
Bathroom 2.2m x 1.8m 7’3” x 5’10”
Cloakroom 1.0m x 0.9m 3’3” x 2’11”
Terrace  4.0m x 1.5m  13’1” x 4’11”
Second Floor Whilst we have used reasonable endeavours to ensure that the information in this brochure is materially correct, this brochure does not constitute any part of an offer or contract and any intending Purchasers, Lessees or Third Parties should not rely on them as statements or representations of fact, but must satisfy themselves by inspection, searches, enquiries, surveys or otherwise as to their accuracy. All journey times stated are approximate. All images of the building and principal interiors are computer generated and/or stock images – precise details may vary.
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