Summary - CRANMERE COURT FLAT 32 EXETER DRIVE COLCHESTER CO1 2RX
1 bed 1 bath Apartment
Comfortable low-maintenance living near Colchester city centre for downsizers.
- Ground-floor one-bedroom retirement apartment for over 60s
- 24-hour emergency call system and communal facilities on site
- Patio doors to communal gardens; low garden maintenance
- Residents' parking available on a first-come basis
- Lease approx. 60 years remaining — mortgage restrictions possible
- Located within walking distance of Colchester city centre amenities
- Area shows very high crime and higher deprivation levels
- No local flood risk; council tax is low
This ground-floor one-bedroom retirement apartment sits within a well-maintained purpose-built development close to Colchester city centre. The layout includes an entrance hall with storage, a double bedroom, shower room, fitted kitchen, and a lounge with patio doors onto communal gardens — practical living for someone looking to downsize with easy access to local shops and services.
On-site facilities include a 24-hour emergency call system, communal lounge, laundry and hairdressing room, plus residents’ parking (first-come). The communal gardens and patio access from the lounge offer outdoor space without maintenance responsibility, and the flat benefits from a secure gated entrance and generally modern finishes throughout.
Important practical points: the lease has about 60 years remaining, which may limit mortgage availability or lender options. The surrounding area shows higher deprivation and very high local crime statistics; purchasers should consider security and insurance implications. Council tax is low, and there is no local flood risk.
Overall this apartment will suit an over-60 buyer seeking a low-maintenance, centrally located retirement base with communal support and social facilities. Buyers needing a long lease for mortgage purposes, or those prioritising a very quiet, low-crime neighbourhood, should weigh these material drawbacks before viewing.
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