Summary - 8 Birchdale Avenue B23 6BN
2 bed 1 bath Retirement Property
Secluded two-bedroom in affordable shared-ownership scheme with communal gardens and parking.
- Ground-floor two-bedroom layout with L-shaped lounge
- Direct access to maintained communal gardens and resident parking
- 70% shared ownership; no rent charged on housing association share
- Modern double glazing and electric storage/panel heaters
- Service charge approx £2,450 per year, reviewed annually
- Lease 64 years remaining; many lenders likely to refuse mortgages
- Small overall size; best for compact, manageable living
- Located in high-crime area; consider security and suitability
Designed for over-60s independent living, this ground-floor two-bedroom retirement apartment offers a quiet base with practical communal support. The flat opens into a lengthy entrance hall, an L-shaped lounge and a fitted kitchen, with direct access to well-maintained communal gardens and resident parking. On-site amenities include a Scheme Manager and a 24/7 emergency pull-cord system for added peace of mind.
This is a 70% shared ownership property with no rent charged on the housing association share, making initial purchase costs lower. The home has modern double glazing and electric storage and panel heaters, plus useful external storage and a fitted wardrobe in the master bedroom. Broadband and mobile signal are reported as strong in the area.
Important drawbacks: the lease has 64 years remaining, which will restrict mortgage options and may prevent many lenders from lending. The annual service charge is around £2,450 and the building sits in an area with high crime statistics; these factors affect ongoing affordability and suitability. The overall internal size is small, so the layout will suit those seeking compact, manageable accommodation rather than larger family living.
Overall, this apartment will appeal to independent retirees prioritising low-entry cost, onsite support and communal outdoor space, provided they accept the short lease, service charge and local area considerations.
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