Chain-free two-bedroom apartment near Gloucester city centre with allocated parking.
Ground-floor two-bedroom apartment with ensuite to master
Allocated off-street parking space (permit required)
Long lease: around 101 years remaining, chain free
Service charge approx. £2,000 pa (three-year average)
Ground rent £193.06 pa
Electric storage heating; higher heating costs possible
Broadband speeds reported as slow in the area
Local crime levels reported as very high
This ground-floor two-bedroom apartment on Great Western Road offers practical, low-maintenance living close to Gloucester city centre. The layout includes a master bedroom with ensuite, a second double bedroom, a separate bathroom, and an open-plan kitchen and living area — suitable for singles, couples or first-time buyers seeking city convenience.
The building is modern with double glazing and communal gardens; an allocated off-street parking space is included (permit required). Service charge and ground rent are modest for a managed development: approximately £2,000pa service charge (three-year average) and £193.06pa ground rent. The lease is long at around 101 years remaining and the property is sold chain free.
Be aware of a few practical limitations: heating is by electric storage heaters, broadband speeds in the area are slow, and local crime levels are reported as very high. These factors may affect running costs, comfort and suitability for some buyers. No pets are allowed under the current arrangement.
This apartment presents a straightforward entry into Gloucester’s rental and owner-occupier markets. It’s well-placed for hospital staff, students and professionals due to nearby amenities and transport links, and it could work as a buy-to-let or a cost-conscious home for first-time purchasers willing to accept the listed limitations.