Compact first-floor flat with communal support and parking.
Purpose-built retirement development, age 60+ only
Set within the Cunningham Close retirement development, this compact two-bedroom first-floor flat offers practical, independent living for residents aged 60 and over. The living/dining room benefits from large windows that bring in natural light, while two bedrooms provide space for a main room plus a guest room or study. The development includes communal gardens, a residents’ lounge, on-site weekday manager and a 24-hour emergency pull-cord system for added reassurance.
The property is leasehold with 99 years remaining, sold chain free. Service charges average £2,628.36 per year (£219.03 pcm); there is no ground rent. Heating is by electric storage heaters and the property runs on electricity as its main fuel source, which can mean higher running costs than gas-heated homes. Double glazing was installed before 2002 and some internal decor and carpets are dated, so cosmetic updating may be desired.
Practical positives include off-street residents’ parking (subject to availability), fast broadband and excellent mobile signal, an EPC rating of C, and an affordable council tax band. The flat is conveniently positioned for local shops and frequent bus routes in Chadwell Heath, making day-to-day travel and errands straightforward.
This home will suit a retiree seeking a secure, community-focused setting with on-site support and modest accommodation. Buyers should budget for ongoing service charges, potential heating cost implications from electric storage heaters, and any cosmetic updating they wish to undertake.