Summary - 31, Meadow Close, Elmstead, COLCHESTER CO7 7HR
2 bed 1 bath Apartment
Low‑maintenance two‑bedroom home in peaceful Elmstead cul‑de‑sac.
Two bedrooms on single-storey level, suitable for over-55s
Small footprint — approx. 583 sq ft, compact living spaces
Private front garden and driveway, small outdoor area
24-hour Appello emergency system and Development Manager onsite
Leasehold: 125 years from 1989, c.88 years remaining
Service charge £2,853.82 pa; ground rent £196.52 pa
Price includes carpets, curtains and light fittings
Modest size and service costs may deter purchasers seeking more space
This compact two-bedroom ground-floor home sits in a small, purpose-built over-55s development in Elmstead, ideal for someone seeking low-maintenance living on the edge of Colchester. The accommodation is modest (approximately 583 sq ft) and arranged as an entrance hall, lounge, kitchen, two bedrooms and a single bathroom. Carpets, curtains and light fittings are included in the asking price.
The development benefits from an onsite Development Manager, a 24-hour Appello emergency call system and a residential neighbourhood with low crime and excellent mobile signal. A private front garden and driveway provide a small outdoor space and off-street parking; the plot and internal footprint are both compact and straightforward to maintain.
Practical lease and running costs are important here: the flat is leasehold (125 years from 1989; around 88 years remaining), with an average service charge of £2,853.82 and ground rent of £196.52. Purchasers must be aged 55 or over and should check whether any additional event or administration fees apply. The property is suitable for downsizers or retirees seeking a manageable single-storey home, but buyers should allow for the typical ongoing service costs and limited living space.
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