Compact retirement-ready one-bed with garden and parking, long lease and low running costs.
Ground-floor one-bedroom maisonette, approx. 345 sq ft
A compact, ground-floor one-bedroom maisonette with its own private rear garden and off-street parking for about two cars. The layout is straightforward: entrance hall, fitted kitchen, lounge/dining room, double bedroom and shower room — about 345 sq ft in total — offering a low-maintenance home for someone wanting single-level living.
This property is offered with a long lease (circa 961 years) and share of freehold, and benefits from double glazing and mains gas central heating. Council tax is very low and broadband and mobile signals are excellent, which helps keep running costs down. The plot is a decent size for the building and the garden and paved patio provide outdoor space without large gardening demands.
Important considerations: the property is small and will suit a single person or couple rather than those needing lots of space. The building is solid-brick (built c.1900–1929) with no known insulation in the walls, so expect modest thermal performance unless upgraded. The surrounding area is classified as deprived, which may affect longer-term capital growth compared with more affluent locations.
For buyers aged 60 or over, the Home for Life Lifetime Lease route can reduce the upfront cost: a guide price of £149,000 (illustrative) is quoted based on typical savings; actual price depends on age and circumstances. If you prefer to buy outright, the full market price is listed at £225,000. Verify all details, measurements and tenure with your solicitor before committing.