Summary - GROSVENOR COURT, 6 FLAT 16 SUFFOLK ROAD BOURNEMOUTH BH2 5SX
1 bed 1 bath Flat
Ground-floor-feel retirement flat with communal facilities close to Bournemouth town centre — lease length needs attention.
One double bedroom first-floor retirement flat with communal facilities
Share of freehold and sold chain free
61 years remaining on lease — lenders may refuse mortgages
Residents parking plus four visitor spaces; off-street parking
Well-maintained communal garden and residents' lounge/kitchen
Electric storage heaters; property runs on electricity (no gas)
Service charge approximately £2,108 per year; council tax affordable
Slow broadband and local area has high crime statistics
Set within Grosvenor Court retirement development, this one-bedroom first-floor flat offers manageable, well-lit accommodation moments from Bournemouth town centre. The layout includes an entrance hall, lounge, kitchen, double bedroom and bathroom, plus generous built-in storage — practical for downsizers seeking low-maintenance living. Residents benefit from communal lounge and kitchen, well-kept gardens, off-street parking and visitor spaces.
The home is being sold share of freehold and chain free, simplifying purchase logistics. Service charges are moderate for a retirement block, and council tax is described as affordable. The building is modern brick construction (early 1990s) with double glazing and maintained communal areas, giving a comfortable, secure feel for everyday living.
Notable practical points: heating is via electric storage heaters and the property relies on electricity rather than gas, which may affect running costs. Broadband speeds are reported as slow. Most importantly, just 61 years remain on the lease — this is short enough to affect mortgage eligibility and could require a lease extension, which is a material cost and process to factor in.
This flat will suit a retiree seeking central convenience, low-maintenance accommodation and communal facilities. It also presents potential for modest investment or resale, but buyers must weigh the lease length, high local crime statistics and energy profile when deciding to view or proceed.
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