Summary - Apartment 5, Dove Tree Court, 287 Stratford Road B90 3AR
1 bed 1 bath Apartment
Low-maintenance one-bed for over-60s with communal facilities and guest suite.
Ground-floor one-bed with patio and communal garden access
A neatly presented ground-floor one-bedroom apartment in Dove Tree Court, designed specifically for over-60s retirement living. The living room opens onto a private patio with direct access to well-maintained communal gardens, giving a quiet, low-maintenance outdoor spot for fresh air and socialising. The apartment includes a fitted kitchen with integrated appliances, a double bedroom with walk-in wardrobe, and a modern shower room with level-access shower.
The development offers practical communal facilities that support independent living: a homeowners' lounge with Wi‑Fi and AV equipment, a sun lounge leading to a roof terrace, a guest suite for visitors, laundry room and an on-site House Manager during office hours. The service charge covers external maintenance, gardening, communal utilities, buildings insurance and the 24-hour emergency call system, reducing unexpected upkeep responsibilities.
Practical considerations: the property is leasehold with 112–113 years remaining and an annual service charge of £2,927.20 plus ground rent of £425. Heating is electric underfloor throughout (no communal gas), and parking is by permit subject to availability and a separate fee. The apartment is part of a modern, purpose-built retirement block built after 2012 with double glazing and good broadband and mobile signals.
This home suits someone seeking a comfortable, low-maintenance retirement base close to local shops and bus routes in Shirley. It offers community facilities and security without the burden of external maintenance, but buyers should factor in leasehold costs, electric heating running costs, and parking permit availability when budgeting.
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