Summary - OWEN HOUSE FLAT 1 WHITCOMBE GARDENS PORTSMOUTH PO3 6BL
1 bed 1 bath Flat
Chain-free ground-floor retirement flat — shared ownership, parking and communal gardens..
Ground-floor retirement flat with direct communal garden access
One double bedroom with built-in storage; 517 sq ft total
Sold as 75% shared ownership; 25% retained by housing provider
Average service charge approx. £2,052 per year
Electric storage heaters — likely higher running costs than gas
Secure entry, residents’ parking, and low flood risk
Area: very deprived with higher-than-average crime rates
Chain free but cosmetic updating may be required
This ground-floor, one-bedroom retirement flat offers single-level living in a purpose-built development, ideal for downsizers seeking convenience and low-maintenance accommodation. The bright lounge opens to communal gardens and the property includes a residents’ parking space and secure entry system for added peace of mind. The flat is offered chain free and sold as a 75% shared ownership; the remaining 25% is retained by Vivid Housing Group.
Internally the layout is traditional and practical: a double bedroom with built-in storage, a separate kitchen with good storage, and a bathroom with a shower over the bath. The building dates from the early 1990s and benefits from double glazing; heating is via electric storage heaters, so running costs can be higher than gas-heated homes. The flat totals about 517 sq ft — an average urban size suited to single-person or couple occupancy.
Buyers should note material points plainly: this is a leasehold shared-ownership property with an average service charge around £2,052 per year, and the retained landlord holds a 25% share. The local area scores as very deprived with higher crime levels than average, which may affect resale and perception. The flat appears in generally tidy condition but does show signs of dated decor and may benefit from cosmetic updating to modernise finishes and improve energy efficiency.
In short, the flat is a practical, low-effort option for someone looking to downsize into retirement accommodation with outside communal space, parking and no onward chain. It will suit buyers comfortable with shared ownership, electric heating, and an urban location where nearby shops, transport links and amenities are close at hand.
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