Summary -
Flat 5,Beech Court,Tower Street,TAUNTON,TA1 4BH
TA1 4BH
1 bed 1 bath Flat
Comfortable one-bedroom near Taunton town centre with resident parking.
One double bedroom ground-floor flat, 437 sq ft
Over-55s retirement complex with communal facilities
24-hour careline and managed communal grounds
Resident off-street parking included
Short lease (~63 years) — lenders may refuse mortgages
Available with no onward chain for quicker purchase
Small overall size; best for single occupants or investors
Local area has higher crime rates — check security/insurance
This ground-floor one-bedroom apartment sits within a purpose-built over-55s complex, a short walk from Taunton town centre. The flat offers a practical layout with an entrance hall, sitting/dining room, separate kitchen, double bedroom and shower room — all contained within a compact 437 sq ft. Low-maintenance communal grounds and on-site resident parking simplify day-to-day living.
The development provides communal facilities and a 24-hour careline, making it well-suited to buyers seeking reassurance and companionship in later life. Availability with no onward chain means a straightforward purchase for an owner-occupier or a buy-to-let investor targeting retirement tenants. Broadband and mobile signal are strong, supporting modern connectivity needs.
Buyers should note the lease has about 63 years remaining. That limited term could restrict mortgage options and will likely require extension costs or specialist lender checks. The local area records higher-than-average crime rates; prospective purchasers should satisfy themselves on security measures and consider insurance implications.
Overall this property offers low-maintenance, centrally positioned retirement living with communal support and parking, but it carries material lease-length and local safety considerations that affect future resale and lending.
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