Summary - Flat 27 Pettifor Court, 101, Bradgate Road, Anstey LE7 7FE
1 bed 1 bath Retirement Property
Secure, low-maintenance retirement living with communal facilities and lift access.
First-floor apartment with lift access and communal facilities
24-hour Appello emergency call system and onsite Development Manager
Guide Lifetime Lease price £61,250 via Homewise; market price £87,500
Age-restricted: purchasers must be 60+ (or 60/55 for couples)
Electric storage heaters — potentially higher running costs
Built c.2003–2006; double-glazed windows fitted post-2002
Tenure and any event/service fees need solicitor verification
486 sqft — average-sized one-bedroom retirement layout
Set within a purpose-built McCarthy & Stone development, this one-bedroom first-floor apartment offers low-maintenance retirement living with lift access and communal facilities. The block includes landscaped gardens, a residents’ lounge, guest suite and a 24-hour emergency Appello call system for added peace of mind. Double glazing and a modern layout keep the apartment bright and functional.
The Home for Life (Homewise) Lifetime Lease option may reduce the up-front cost for buyers aged 60+, with a guide Lifetime Lease price of £61,250 (market price £87,500). The plan allows purchasers to buy a share of the property value (up to 50%) to safeguard future value; actual price depends on age and circumstances. This can be useful for those who prefer to retain capital while securing a home for life.
Practical points to note: heating is via electric storage heaters, which can mean higher running costs compared with gas. Tenure details and any event/service fees must be confirmed by your solicitor; purchase is subject to property and lease review. The apartment is age-restricted (over 60, or over 60/55 for couples) and therefore only suitable for retirement buyers.
Overall this is a well-presented retirement apartment in a comfortable, small-town setting. It suits someone seeking a secure, social development with onsite support, but buyers should check running costs, lease terms and any service/event charges before committing.
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