First-floor flat near Old Town shops with onsite support and residents' parking.
Chain-free first-floor retirement apartment with long lease (115 years)
A well-presented first-floor one-bedroom apartment in Astonia Lodge, quietly positioned in the heart of Stevenage Old Town. Built by Churchill Retirement Living, this apartment offers a larger-than-average bedroom, an open-plan lounge/dining area and a fitted kitchen, arranged for ease and comfort. The development provides 24-hour careline support, a lodge manager, owners' lounge, guest suite and pleasant communal gardens — amenities that suit independent retirees seeking on-site support and community.
The apartment is chain free with a long lease (115 years remaining) and residents' off-street parking. Heating is via the development's community scheme and the apartment sits within a modern, well-maintained block with modest landscaped grounds. Council tax is described as low, and mobile signal is excellent.
Practical points to note: this is a leasehold retirement property within a city location where local crime levels are recorded as high. Broadband speeds are average. Buyers should budget for any resident service charges or communal maintenance costs common to staffed retirement developments and confirm specifics before purchase.
Overall, this is a convenient, low-maintenance home aimed at downsizers who value on-site support and community facilities close to Old Town shops and services. Viewing is recommended to appreciate the apartment’s larger bedroom and the communal facilities on offer.