Summary - WARRIOR HOUSE FLAT 2 SOUTHCHURCH ROAD SOUTHEND-ON-SEA SS1 2LZ
1 bed 1 bath Apartment
Affordable central flat with retirement lease options and seafront nearby.
Bright one-bedroom flat with lounge, kitchen, double bedroom and bathroom
519 sq ft — compact, low-maintenance town-centre living
Home for Life Lifetime Lease option for over-60s (indicative price £67,000)
Market value £100,000; up to 50% share purchase possible via Homewise
Single glazing and electric storage heaters — likely energy inefficiency
Cavity walls assumed without insulation; may need retrofit work
Tenure listed as leasehold/unknown — solicitor must verify
Local area: very deprived with very high crime statistics
This one-bedroom apartment in Southend-on-Sea offers compact, low-maintenance living close to town centre amenities and the seafront. At around 519 sq ft the layout includes a bright lounge, fitted kitchen, double bedroom, modern bathroom and useful storage cupboards — a straightforward choice for those seeking a central retirement base or a rental investment.
The property is being marketed with the Home for Life Lifetime Lease option from Homewise for purchasers aged 60 and over. The full market price is £100,000; the indicative Lifetime Lease guide price shown is £67,000 (typical saving around 33%). The actual price and any option to buy up to a 50% share will depend on the buyer’s age and circumstances — use Homewise’s calculator or request a personalised quote for exact figures.
Buyers should note material facts plainly: the building dates from the mid-20th century, glazing is single and heating is by electric storage heaters. Walls are cavity with no added insulation (assumed), and the local area scores as very deprived with very high crime statistics. Tenure details are listed as unknown/leasehold and must be verified by your solicitor before exchange.
For someone aged 60+ looking to downsize into a town-centre flat or an investor seeking a small rental in a central location, this apartment offers affordability and convenience. The price and Home for Life options make it an accessible route onto the property ladder for eligible buyers, but expect some basic upgrades and to check lease and service-charge details carefully.
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