Purpose-built first-floor retirement apartment, age 60+ only
Alder House flat offers low‑maintenance, purpose‑built retirement living just a short walk from Aldridge town centre. The first‑floor apartment is bright and practical, with a light lounge and Juliet balcony, a well‑equipped kitchen with integrated appliances, two double bedrooms and both an ensuite bathroom and a separate shower room.
The development provides reassuring on‑site support and communal facilities: a house manager, 24‑hour emergency call system, residents’ lounge, guest suite, lift access and neatly landscaped communal gardens. The apartment includes an allocated parking space with additional visitor parking and benefits from excellent mobile signal and fast broadband — useful for staying connected.
Practical matters to note: the property is leasehold for over nine centuries (991 years remaining) and is available to purchasers aged 60 and over. Service charges are above average at £4,348 per year and there is an annual ground rent of £495; these running costs should be factored into affordability. The main heating is electric underfloor heating and the area records higher local crime levels, which may be a consideration for some buyers.
Overall this apartment suits downsizers looking for a comfortable, low‑maintenance base near local amenities, with onsite support and good connectivity. Internal viewing is advised to appreciate the layout, finish and communal facilities fully.