Summary - PEMBRIDGE COURT FLAT 24 RIVIERA DRIVE SOUTHEND-ON-SEA SS1 2RB
1 bed 1 bath Flat
Newly renovated one-bedroom retirement flat near Southend seafront, chain free.
Second-floor retirement flat for over 60s, chain free
Newly renovated interior; modern fitted kitchen and shower room
163 years remaining on lease; modest £90 ground rent
Double glazing; electric storage heating (no gas)
24-hour pull-cord system and part-time premises manager
Communal car park first-come, first-served; no allocated parking
Close to Southend East station, shops and the seafront
Area has above-average crime and signs of local deprivation
A well-presented second-floor retirement apartment offering independent living for the over-60s, presented chain-free with a long 163-year lease. The flat has been newly renovated and benefits from modern fixtures throughout, including a fitted kitchen with appliances and a contemporary three-piece shower room. Double glazing and electric storage heating keep the interior comfortable, while a 24-hour emergency pull-cord system and part-time premises manager provide added reassurance.
Communal facilities include a residents’ car park (first-come, first-served), communal lounge, laundry and garden. The building has secure entry, lift access to the second floor and tidy communal grounds. The flat’s central Southchurch location places local shops, Southend East station and the seafront within easy reach, making routine errands and travel straightforward.
Practical points to note: heating is by electric storage heaters (no gas), and parking is unallocated. The building is leasehold with a modest ground rent of £90 and favourable years remaining on the lease. The surrounding area shows higher-than-average crime and broader local deprivation indicators, which may affect resale perceptions.
This apartment suits a downsizer seeking low-maintenance, secure retirement living close to town and seafront amenities. It offers immediate occupation and straightforward upkeep, with potential appeal to buyers prioritising convenience and a ready-to-move-in finish rather than major renovation.
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