Summary - KINGS COURT FLAT 23 SALISBURY STREET FORDINGBRIDGE SP6 1AL
2 bed 1 bath Apartment
Well-equipped two-bedroom apartment ideal for independent downsizers near shops and services.
- Two-bedroom first-floor retirement apartment, circa 654 sq ft
- Lift access, communal lounge, guest suite and 24-hour Careline
- South-facing gated courtyard, landscaped communal gardens
- EV/buggy charging point and residents' car park (first-come basis)
- Leasehold with c.110 years remaining; chain-free sale
- Annual service charge £3,706.26 and ground rent £820 pa
- Electric storage heaters (no gas central heating)
- Local crime level reported as high; parking not guaranteed
A well-presented, two-bedroom first-floor retirement apartment in the heart of Fordingbridge, offered chain-free and ready to move into. At about 654 sq ft, the apartment sits at the rear of a purpose-built McCarthy & Stone development with lift access, communal residents' lounge, guest suite, laundry, gated landscaped courtyard and car park.
The layout suits downsizers seeking low-maintenance living close to shops, health services and regular bus links to Salisbury, Bournemouth and Southampton. Practical features include UPVC double glazing, an EV charging/buggy point, off-street parking (first-come basis) and a 24-hour Careline emergency system — useful for independent retirement living.
Buyers should note the costs and running arrangements: leasehold with c.110 years remaining, a maintenance charge of £3,706.26 pa and ground rent £820 pa. Heating is by electric storage heaters (no communal gas), and parking is not allocated. The area scores higher than average on local crime statistics, which may concern some buyers.
Overall, this apartment offers a comfortable, low-upkeep base in a central small‑town location with communal facilities and social opportunities. It will suit purchasers prioritising convenience and retirement community amenities, provided they accept the service charges and electric heating arrangement.
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