Summary - 24 SOUTHBANK HEXTABLE SWANLEY BR8 7PP
2 bed 2 bath Flat
Low‑maintenance, comfortable apartment for downsizers wanting convenient amenities.
- First-floor two-bedroom apartment with en-suite to master
- Spacious open-plan lounge and kitchen, approx 679 sq ft
- Allocated covered parking space and communal garden
- Built c.2003–2006 with double glazing and cavity walls
- Leasehold: service charge approx £2,076pa, ground rent £22pa
- Homewise Lifetime Lease guide price £178,000 for over-60s
- Full market price £270,000; Lifetime cost varies by age
- Broadband average; council tax moderate
This well-presented first-floor two-bedroom apartment offers practical retirement living in a modern development completed 2003–2006. The principal bedroom includes an en-suite and the open-plan lounge/kitchen creates a spacious, flexible living area. Allocated off-street parking and maintained communal gardens add convenience and low-maintenance outdoor space.
The property is available through a Homewise Home for Life Lifetime Lease guide price of £178,000 for eligible over-60s, against a full market price of £270,000. Actual Lifetime Lease cost varies with age, personal circumstances and any share bought; use Homewise’s calculator or request a personalised quote to confirm savings. Note: Homewise do not own the property and the full market price remains an option for other buyers.
Practical points: the flat is leasehold with an average service charge of £2,076pa and a small ground rent of £22pa. Broadband speeds are average, heating is mains gas with boiler and radiators, and there is no flooding risk. Prospective buyers should verify lease terms and charges with their solicitor before committing.
This apartment suits downsizers seeking a low-maintenance, comfortable home close to local amenities and good schools nearby. It balances sensible running costs with retirement-focused purchasing options, but buyers should factor in ongoing service charges and the variability of the Lifetime Lease price.
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