Summary - Apartment 17 Lancaster House, Somerset Close DE22 3XR
2 bed 2 bath Apartment
Bright, low-maintenance flat close to hospital and retail amenities.
Bright third-floor apartment with open-plan living and integrated kitchen appliances
Allocated residents permit parking plus visitor permit options
Principal bedroom with en-suite; second double bedroom and separate bathroom
Energy Rating B; gas central heating and lift access
Lease ambiguity — listed as 116 years but also flagged as 15 years remaining
Annual maintenance charge applies; ground rent £250 per year
Within walking distance of Royal Derby Hospital and Kingsway Retail Park
Very high local crime rate — check insurance and personal safety measures
This bright third-floor apartment offers practical, low-maintenance living with an open-plan kitchen/living area and two double bedrooms, one with an en-suite. The building provides an allocated permit parking space, well-kept communal grounds and lift access — useful for first-time buyers or landlords seeking a straightforward let.
Important lease information requires clarification: the listing records 116 years remaining, but a separate data note indicates 15 years left. Buyers must confirm the correct lease length with legal documents before proceeding, as a short lease can affect mortgage availability and valuation. There is an annual maintenance charge and a small ground rent (£250).
Practical positives include an Energy Rating B, gas central heating and a convenient position within walking distance of Royal Derby Hospital and Kingsway Retail Park. The surrounding area has good mobile and broadband connectivity but records very high local crime rates; prospective buyers should factor this into location suitability and insurance costs.
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