Summary - 49 ST MARGARETS GARDENS HOVETON NORWICH NR12 8DN
1 bed 1 bath Apartment
Secure, low-maintenance home in a friendly over‑55s development close to local amenities.
- 70% shared ownership retirement apartment, sold at 70% value (subject to RICS)
- No onward chain; private self-contained entrance
- 15ft lounge with twin windows, good natural light
- Spacious double bedroom with fitted furniture
- Gated, well-maintained communal gardens and allocated parking
- 24/7 emergency pull-cord system and communal laundry
- Kitchen shows 1980s fittings and would benefit from updating
- Leasehold with service charge approx. £3,024 pa; broadband slow; crime above average
A well-presented one-bedroom retirement apartment in a popular over-55s development, offered as 70% shared ownership with no onward chain. The flat has its own private entrance, a bright 15ft lounge with twin windows, a double bedroom with fitted storage, and a modern bathroom. The gated communal gardens are neatly maintained and there is allocated off-street parking nearby.
The development includes a 24/7 emergency pull-cord system and communal laundry, giving practical, secure support for independent living. The property was built in the 1980s, has cavity walls, double glazing and gas central heating via a boiler and radiators. The kitchen and some internal finishes show their age and would benefit from cosmetic updating to personalise the flat.
Important practical points: this is a leasehold retirement property sold at 70% of value (subject to RICS survey) and carries an annual service charge of around £3,024. Broadband speeds in the area are reported slow and local crime levels are above average, factors to consider for connectivity and security. For someone seeking a low-maintenance, community-focused home close to Hoveton/Wroxham amenities, this apartment offers a sensible, secure option with scope to refresh the interior.
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