Summary - THE TURRETS FLAT 9 WEST LANE SITTINGBOURNE ME10 3TU
1 bed 1 bath Ground Flat
Low‑maintenance one-bed retirement flat with parking — Lifetime Lease example price available for over‑60s..
Ground-floor one-bedroom retirement flat, 496 sq ft
Allocated off-street parking and no onward chain
24-hour alarm call system included for residents
Homewise Lifetime Lease example price £76,500 (guide only)
Full market price £115,000; Lifetime saving varies by age
Electric storage heaters — potentially higher running costs
Very high local crime rate and deprived area classification
Slow broadband speeds; verify glazing and services condition
A ground-floor, one-bedroom retirement apartment arranged for over-60s, offering low-maintenance living in central Sittingbourne. The flat sits within a modern block built c.1996–2002 and benefits from allocated off-street parking, double glazing and a sizeable lounge/diner that opens up flexible living space. Residents have access to a 24-hour alarm call system for added reassurance.
This property is being offered with the Homewise Home for Life Lifetime Lease example price of £76,500 (guide only) or at the full market price of £115,000; the actual Lifetime Lease amount depends on age and personal circumstances and may include purchasing up to a 50% share to safeguard value. The apartment is freehold and sold with no onward chain, which can speed up a move for a downsizer seeking convenience and proximity to shops and services.
Buyers should note material drawbacks plainly: the area has a very high recorded crime level and is classified as deprived, which may affect resale and personal security perceptions. Heating is via electric storage heaters (electric main fuel), which can mean higher running costs compared with gas. Broadband speeds are reported as slow. The property appears in average condition; buyers should verify the age and condition of glazing, services and electrics and factor in possible updates or ongoing maintenance.
Overall this flat suits a purchaser aged 60+ seeking a straightforward, low-upkeep home close to local amenities and transport. It offers clear benefits for those prioritising location, parking and single-level living, but buyers should balance those against local area issues and the expected running costs of electric heating.
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