Summary - 571 Homepine House, Sandgate Road CT20 2XB
2 bed 1 bath Apartment
Comfortable low-maintenance retirement living near town and seafront.
Chain free, move-in ready retirement apartment
Minimum age 60 residency rule
Approximately 520 sq ft — modest living space
Lease approx. 57 years remaining — lender caution likely
Lift access to all floors and communal lounge
24-hour Appello emergency call system and pull cords
Electric room heaters; no central heating system
Resident guest rooms and well-maintained communal grounds
This first-floor, chain-free retirement apartment in Homepine House offers low-maintenance living close to Folkestone town centre. The bright lounge, compact modern kitchen and generous master bedroom with built-in wardrobes make day-to-day life comfortable. Communal facilities — lounge, guest rooms and well-kept grounds — support an active social life.
Practical features include a lift to all floors, 24-hour emergency Appello call system and emergency pull cords throughout. The property is presented well and ready to move into for those seeking a secure, sociable retirement setting near shops, bus links and the Leas promenade.
Important considerations: the lease has about 57 years remaining, which may limit mortgage availability and affect resale value. Heating is electric room heaters rather than central heating, and the apartment is modest in size at roughly 520 sq ft — better suited to downsizers than families.
Overall, this apartment will appeal to buyers aged 60+ who prioritise community, convenience and low upkeep. It offers immediate occupation, communal support and a central seafront-adjacent location, provided you accept the shorter lease and electric heating arrangement.
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