Summary - OAK LODGE, 56 FLAT 22 CAMBRIDGE ROAD LONDON E11 2PS
1 bed 1 bath Retirement Property
Chain-free one-bedroom retirement flat with on-site support, close to Wanstead station..
Chain free first-floor retirement flat with lift and on-site manager
One double bedroom with fitted wardrobes, separate fitted kitchen
Residents’ lounge, communal grounds and off-street parking available
Approximately 549 sq ft — average-sized apartment for easy living
About 61 years remaining on lease — mortgageability may be restricted
Electric storage heating; main fuel is electricity (not communal)
Very slow broadband speeds — poor for heavy internet users
Close to Wanstead Central Line station (0.4 miles) and High Street
Set within Oak Lodge — a purpose-built retirement development — this first-floor one-bedroom apartment offers convenient, low-maintenance living close to Wanstead High Street and the Central Line (0.4 miles). The bright living room, double bedroom with fitted wardrobes and separate kitchen create a comfortable layout for everyday use, while on-site services add security and support.
The building includes an on-site manager, residents’ lounge, lift access and a 24-hour call line for out-of-hours assistance, all designed for independent retirees. Communal grounds and off-street parking provide pleasant outdoor space and practical convenience. The flat is offered chain free for a straightforward move.
Internally the apartment is neutrally presented but dated in parts — the kitchen and some fittings would benefit from cosmetic updating. Heating is by electric storage heaters; the main fuel is electricity rather than a communal system. Broadband speeds are reported as very slow, which may affect those who work from home or rely heavily on streaming.
Important practical note: there are about 61 years remaining on the lease. This could restrict mortgage options and some lenders may refuse to lend. Buyers should check mortgageability and service/ground rent details before committing. Overall, this is a sensible, low-upkeep retirement property with good local amenities and potential for targeted modernisation.
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