Summary - OLD SCHOOL COURT 32 VIOLET HILL ROAD STOWMARKET IP14 1NB
1 bed 1 bath Retirement Property
Comfortable, low-maintenance living in central Stowmarket with communal support.
Newly refurbished one-bedroom retirement flat, ready to move in
First-floor position with lift access and entry phone
Communal facilities: lounge, conservatory, laundry, guest rooms, gardens
Off-street communal parking and on-site warden
Compact apartment ~365 sq ft, best for single occupant/downsizing
Electric storage heating; running costs likely higher than gas
Leasehold with c.88 years remaining; service charge ~£2,700 pa
Area has above-average crime and higher local deprivation
A freshly refurbished one-bedroom retirement flat on the first floor of Old School Court, ready for immediate occupation with no onward chain. The apartment benefits from a new kitchen and bathroom, new carpets and double glazing, making it low-effort for moving-in. Communal facilities include a residents’ lounge, conservatory, laundry, on-site warden, two guest rooms for visitors and well-kept gardens.
Practical details suit older buyers seeking manageable accommodation: off-street communal parking, lift access, and an entry phone. Heating is via electric storage heaters and the home uses electricity as the main fuel, so buyers should expect ongoing running costs to reflect that. The flat is compact at about 365 sq ft, so it is best suited to single occupancy or those downsizing.
Leasehold with around 88 years remaining and an average service charge of £2,700 annually — these are important ongoing costs to factor into the purchase. The property is in a town centre location with good local services and a rail link to London, but the wider area shows higher-than-average crime and relative deprivation, which may concern some buyers.
Overall this apartment offers a low-maintenance, community-focused home in Stowmarket for over-60s who prioritise convenience and communal support. It presents a straightforward purchase for someone wanting a renovated retirement base, provided they are comfortable with electric heating, the compact footprint and the stated service charges.
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