Summary - 15, GEORGE HOUSE, PRIMETT ROAD SG1 3EE
1 bed 1 bath Apartment
First-floor one-bedroom with balcony, extensive communal amenities and easy town access.
South-facing first-floor one-bedroom with walk-out balcony and natural light
On-site house manager, 24-hour emergency call and communal social facilities
Underfloor heating, walk-in wardrobe, modern kitchen and large shower room
Annual service charge £3,231.84; covers many communal running costs
Leasehold with c.990 years remaining; ground rent £425 pa
Resident parking permits available (fee, subject to availability)
EV charging point available for residents; broadband average, mobile excellent
Local area has higher crime rates — consider personal security measures
This bright, first-floor one-bedroom apartment in George House is designed for comfortable, low-maintenance retirement living. South-facing windows and a walk-out balcony bring good natural light to the lounge and bedroom; the apartment includes a walk-in wardrobe, modern kitchen, and roomy shower room. Built-in features include underfloor heating, TV door entry, and an emergency 24-hour call system for peace of mind.
George House is a managed McCarthy Stone development with an on-site house manager during office hours, communal homeowners’ lounge, roof terrace, reading and function rooms, and a guest suite (usually for a small fee). The service charge covers communal utilities, external maintenance, gardening, buildings insurance and the emergency system. There is EV charging and a resident parking permit scheme (subject to availability and fee).
Practical facts to note: the property is leasehold with approximately 990 years remaining and an annual ground rent of £425; the annual service charge is £3,231.84 (year ending 30/06/2026). The development is age-restricted (60+). Local shops, cafés and transport links in Old Stevenage are within a short walk, making this a convenient downsizing option.
A realistic view: this apartment suits buyers seeking managed, sociable retirement living with low internal maintenance. Buyers should factor in ongoing service charges, ground rent, and local higher crime statistics when considering purchase and security arrangements.
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