30% shared-ownership available from £69,000 (full value £230,000)
A compact one-bedroom shared-ownership apartment in Kingsquarter, offered as a 30% share from £69,000 (full value £230,000). The flat sits on an elevated ground-floor with a small balcony, separate kitchen, double bedroom and an allocated underground parking space — a straightforward entry point onto the local housing ladder.
Benefits include a very long lease (990 years on completion), double glazing, communal grounds and quick access to Maidenhead town centre and rail links to London and surrounding towns. Service charges are charged (approx. £1,938.12 annually) and the monthly rent on the unsold share is shown as around £491.93 — budget for combined mortgage, rent and service charge when assessing affordability.
Important practical drawbacks are clear: the property uses electric room heaters (no gas central heating), and the immediate area records higher crime levels and local deprivation indicators. The apartment is generally in modern condition but likely needs only minor cosmetic updating rather than major works.
This home suits a first-time buyer seeking an affordable route into Maidenhead, or a buyer prioritising low upfront cost and long lease security. It is not ideal for those wanting a private garden, gas central heating, or a quieter, lower-crime neighbourhood.