Summary - 9, Orpen Close, SWINDON SN3 1FR
2 bed 1 bath Flat
Affordable shared-ownership apartment with ensuite, parking and excellent nearby schools.
Shared ownership, 125-year lease from 2010 (≈110 years remaining)
Two double bedrooms; master bedroom with ensuite
Family bathroom; newly renovated with contemporary finishes
Allocated off-street parking included
Double glazing; mains gas boiler and radiator heating
No flood risk; built 2010, mid-terrace modern apartment
Local broadband speeds are slow — may affect home working
Local crime reported above average — consider security needs
This newly renovated two-bedroom apartment in Marlborough Park offers practical, modern living aimed at first-time buyers through shared ownership. Built in 2010, the home has contemporary finishes, a master en suite, and a family bathroom across an average-sized 674 sq ft layout.
Practical benefits include allocated off-street parking, double glazing, mains gas central heating with a boiler and radiators, and no flood risk. The lease is long-running (125 years from 01/09/2010), with approximately 110 years remaining, making it straightforward for mortgage and ownership planning under a shared-ownership arrangement.
Be aware of a couple of material drawbacks: local crime levels are reported above average and local broadband speeds are slow. These factors may matter for commuters or those working from home. Council tax is described as affordable, and nearby primary and secondary schools have good or outstanding Ofsted ratings, supporting family needs.
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