Summary - KINGSWOOD COURT FLAT 22 LONG STREET WIGSTON LE18 2BQ
2 bed 1 bath Flat
Easy central living for over-60s with long lease and parking.
2 bedroom over-60s flat, move-in ready and newly renovated
Long lease: 962 years remaining, no onward chain
Practical living: fitted kitchen, modern accessible shower room
Approx 661 sq ft — compact accommodation, modest second bedroom
Residents’ communal/off-street parking available
Service charge £1,188 pa and ground rent £208 pa
No private garden; small communal frontage only
Local area records higher-than-average crime levels
This well-presented two-bedroom retirement flat on Long Street is designed for easy, low-maintenance living. Set on the first floor of a purpose-built block, the apartment has been newly renovated and is offered move-in ready with a fitted kitchen, modern shower room with accessibility features, and a bright living room with external doors. The long 962-year lease and no onward chain make the purchase straightforward and secure.
The location is a key strength: town-centre shops, services and excellent public transport are within easy walking distance, while communal/off-street residents’ parking adds practical convenience for visitors. Broadband is FTTP and mobile signal is excellent, supporting hobby, social and staying-in-touch needs.
Notable practical facts are stated plainly: the flat is compact at approximately 661 sq ft, typical of retirement accommodation, with no private garden and modest second bedroom space. Annual service charge and ground rent apply (£1,188 and £208 respectively), and the area records higher-than-average crime levels, which may influence personal security preferences.
For a buyer aged over 60 seeking a comfortable, centrally located base with minimal immediate work required, this property delivers convenience and peace of mind. Buyers who prioritise larger living space, private outdoor areas or a quieter neighbourhood should weigh these trade-offs carefully.
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