Summary - 14 Parklands Court, Sketty SA2 8LZ
2 bed 1 bath Retirement Property
Low‑maintenance two‑bed retirement flat with communal facilities — lease needs review.
Shared ownership 70/30 with Pobl; lease 60 years may restrict mortgage options
On‑site manager, residents’ lounge, communal kitchen, laundry and guest room
Service charge £202.98 pa (below average) — low running costs
First‑floor flat with lift access; no private garden, communal parking/gardens
Two bedrooms, modern shower room, lounge opening to kitchen
Electric storage heating; double glazing — straightforward maintenance
Cosmetic updating needed (stained carpet, dated decor) — renovation potential
Fast broadband and excellent mobile signal; easy bus links to Swansea centre
This first-floor, two-bedroom retirement flat at Parklands Court offers low‑maintenance living for over‑55s in Sketty, close to shops, bus routes and local amenities. The building includes communal facilities — residents’ lounge, communal kitchen, laundry room, guest suite and an on‑site manager — that make daily life easier and sociable. Lift access and a modest service charge (£202.98 pa) add practical appeal for downsizers seeking convenience.
The apartment has a welcoming lounge opening to the kitchen, two comfortable bedrooms with fitted wardrobes, and a modern shower room. Double glazing and electric storage heaters keep the flat straightforward to run; broadband is fast and mobile signal excellent, helping you stay connected with family and services.
Important lease and tenure details affect suitability for many buyers: this is a 70/30 shared ownership with Pobl on a 60‑year lease. Mortgage lenders frequently refuse or impose restrictive terms on leases this short, so buyers should check funding options and lease extension costs before committing. The property is offered on a leasehold/shared ownership basis rather than freehold.
The flat shows signs of everyday wear — dated carpeting and some cosmetic updating likely required — which presents an opportunity to personalise the space. While the location is convenient, the wider area records higher deprivation indices; buyers should factor local area characteristics into their decision. Overall this is a practical, well‑located retirement option for someone comfortable with shared ownership and proactive about lease matters.
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