Summary - 42 The Maltings, Riverside Way IP27 0BL
2 bed 1 bath Flat
Quiet riverside two-bed ideal for downsizing retirees seeking low-maintenance living.
Over-55s development with riverside views and communal gardens
Chain free sale, available to view now
Short lease (approx. 62–63 years) — lenders may refuse mortgage
Electric storage heating; no communal gas or central heating
Medium flood risk along the riverside location
Slow broadband speeds in the local area
Located within walking distance of Brandon town centre amenities
Area records higher crime and local deprivation levels
Set within The Maltings retirement development beside the River Little Ouse, this two-bedroom upper-floor flat offers peaceful riverside views and access to well-kept communal gardens. The apartment is chain free and sized for comfortable, low-maintenance living, with an easily managed layout that includes a living room opening toward the kitchen, two bedrooms and a shower room.
Important practical points are clear: the flat is leasehold with only around 62–63 years remaining, which may prevent mortgage lending. Heating is by electric storage heaters and the property relies on electricity rather than a communal fuel system. Broadband speeds in the area are reported as slow and the wider locality experiences higher-than-average crime and some deprivation.
This home will suit a buyer seeking a quiet, riverside retirement base within easy walking distance of Brandon town centre and local amenities. It presents a straightforward move-in option for someone buying with cash or a specialist lender, and offers potential to personalise interiors. Prospective purchasers should obtain legal and survey advice, and check lease details and lender acceptability before committing.
Overall, the flat’s strengths are its location, communal gardens, and chain-free status; its main drawbacks are the short lease, electric heating, medium flood risk and limited broadband performance.
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