Summary - 8 VICTORIA DRIVE SOUTH DARENTH DARTFORD DA4 9NA
1 bed 1 bath Retirement Property
Compact, low-maintenance flat ideal for downsizers seeking single-level living.
Ground-floor one-bedroom retirement flat, approximately 386 sq ft
No onward chain — potentially quicker completion
Pleasant rear views overlooking communal grounds
Leasehold — verify lease length, service charges and ground rent
Small overall size; suits single occupant or couple only
Mains gas heating with boiler and radiators; double glazing (unknown install date)
Very slow broadband speeds locally; mobile signal excellent
Built mid-20th century (1950–66) — traditional layout
This ground-floor, one-bedroom retirement flat sits within Southdowns Retirement Village and offers compact, manageable living for someone looking to downsize. The single-level layout and communal grounds make daily life simpler, while rear windows deliver pleasing views over the development.
At about 386 sq ft, the flat is small and best suited to a single person or couple seeking low-maintenance accommodation rather than extensive living space. Heating is by mains gas with a boiler and radiators; the property has double glazing though installation date is unknown.
The property is offered with no onward chain, which can speed a move. It is leasehold — prospective buyers should check the lease length, any ground rent and service charges. Broadband speeds in the area are very slow, though mobile signal is excellent.
Constructed in the mid-20th century, the building reflects the era’s straightforward, traditional layout. Council tax costs are described as very cheap, and there is easy access to local bus routes and nearby church amenities. Buyers should note the limited overall size and confirm any communal management arrangements before proceeding.
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