Summary - PRIORY LODGE, 49A FLAT 16 GLEBE WAY WEST WICKHAM BR4 9HP
1 bed 1 bath Flat
One-bedroom retirement flat near shops and regular buses.
Warden-assisted retirement flat, first-floor, no onward chain
One double bedroom and generous living room, circa 507 sq ft
61 years remaining on lease — lenders may refuse mortgages
Service charge approx £238.63/month; ground rent £225/year
Electric room heaters; no central gas heating
Communal gardens, laundry room, emergency pull-cord system
Bus stop and local shops within short walking distance
Low crime area; fast broadband and excellent mobile signal
This first-floor retirement flat in Priory Lodge offers practical, low-maintenance living with warden assistance and no onward chain. The one-bedroom layout (approximately 507 sq ft) includes a generous living room and well-proportioned bedroom, plus communal gardens and laundry facilities — a comfortable base for someone aged 60+.
Important: the lease has 61 years remaining. Many mortgage lenders set minimum lease thresholds; buyers should confirm finance availability or factor in lease-extension costs before committing. The property also runs on electric room heaters rather than central heating.
Monthly costs are significant for a small flat: service charge around £238.63 and ground rent £225 per year. On the positive side, there is low crime, fast broadband, an excellent mobile signal, no flood risk and convenient local amenities and bus routes close by.
Overall this flat suits a buyer seeking an assisted-retirement setting in a well-kept development who understands the lease length and running costs. Viewing is advised to assess size and heating needs in person.
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