- 70% shared ownership; 30% owned by housing association
- Annual service charge £1,608 (£134 monthly for 30%)
- First-floor apartment accessed via stairs (no lift)
- Newly renovated: new bathroom, new internal and front doors
- Boiler fitted 2020; loft recently re-insulated
- Private patio, outdoor storage shed and allocated parking
- Approx 582 sq ft — compact layout for downsizers
- EPC rating C; long lease (c. 973 years), no ground rent
A neatly presented first-floor retirement apartment in a quiet cul-de-sac, offering practical, low-maintenance living for over-55s. The home has been newly renovated and benefits from UPVC double glazing, a recently insulated loft with a pull-down ladder, and a combination boiler fitted in 2020. A Juliette balcony brings light into the lounge while a private patio and allocated parking add outdoor and parking convenience.
This is a 70% shared ownership purchase; the remaining 30% is retained by the housing association and is charged at £134 monthly (annual service charge £1,608). The property is leasehold with c. 973 years remaining and no ground rent. At around 582 sq ft the layout is compact and may suit downsizers or buyers seeking a manageable retirement home rather than those needing large living spaces.
Practical positives include a modern fitted kitchen, a newly fitted bathroom with walk-in shower, external storage shed and good local transport links into Chorley town centre. Important considerations: the flat is on the first floor accessed via internal stairs, which may be a mobility issue for some residents, and the shared ownership arrangement carries an ongoing service charge and part-ownership structure to understand before purchase.
Overall, the apartment offers a ready-to-move-into retirement option in a peaceful setting overlooking woodland, with sensible running costs and long lease security. It will appeal to buyers aged 55+ looking to downsize into a modern, low-upkeep home close to local amenities and transport.
