Summary - West Green Drive, West Green, Crawley, West Sussex RH11 7NY
2 bed 1 bath Apartment
Compact, low‑maintenance apartment with parking and Lifetime Lease option.
Top-floor apartment with lift access and communal gardens
Two allocated off-street parking spaces included
Presented in good condition with integrated kitchenette
Example Lifetime Lease price £155,000 for over-60s (guide)
Full market price £235,000; Lifetime saving varies by age
Lease c.115 years; service charge c.£3,025 pa
Ground rent approx. £300 pa; small overall size (477 sq ft)
Area recorded as deprived with very high local crime levels
This modern top-floor apartment offers a compact, low-maintenance retirement home in Crawley, presented in good condition and ready to move into. The open-plan living area with an integrated kitchenette and large windows lets in natural light, while a lift and two allocated parking spaces add everyday convenience. Communal gardens provide outdoor space without upkeep responsibilities.
The property is being marketed with a Home for Life Lifetime Lease example for those aged 60+, which typically offers 20–50% savings versus full market value. The guide Lifetime Lease price shown is £155,000 (based on an average 33% saving); the full market price is £235,000. Actual Lifetime Lease cost depends on age, circumstances and the percentage of value you choose to safeguard—use the Homewise calculator or call for a personalised quote.
Practical considerations are clear and important. The lease has about 115 years remaining. Annual charges include an average service charge of £3,025 and ground rent around £300. The apartment is small (approximately 477 sq ft) and located in an area recorded as deprived with a very high local crime level; buyers should weigh neighbourhood factors when deciding to view.
Chain-free sale, convenient walk to Crawley town centre and mainline station, and suitability as a retirement home make this a straightforward option for over-60s seeking low-maintenance living with potential financial savings through the Lifetime Lease route. Verify tenure, charges and all details with your solicitor before committing.
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