Summary - CROMWELL LODGE FLAT 8 LONGBRIDGE ROAD BARKING IG11 8UB
1 bed 1 bath Retirement Property
Comfortable, low‑maintenance flat with handy communal support and shops nearby.
Ground-floor one-bedroom retirement flat with communal facilities
Chain-free sale; suited to over-60s women, over-65s men
Lease only ~62 years remaining; lenders may refuse mortgages
Service charge approximately £3,000 per year; additional fees possible
Ground rent around £312 per year
Electric storage heating; no communal gas central heating
Dated kitchen—scope for practical refurbishment
Good transport links, close to local shops and fast broadband
This ground-floor one-bedroom retirement flat in Cromwell Lodge offers low-maintenance living close to shops and regular bus routes. The building provides communal facilities — lounge, gardens, 24/7 emergency call, on-site launderette, hairdressing and guest rooms — suited to those seeking social support and convenience.
Practical running costs and constraints are clear: the service charge is around £3,000pa and ground rent £312pa. The lease has about 62 years remaining, which may limit mortgage options for some buyers and could require lease-extension costs. Heating is by electric storage heaters and the kitchen is dated, so modest updating could improve comfort and efficiency.
Chain-free sale and a compact footprint make this a straightforward purchase for an older buyer wanting to downsize with onsite support. Broadband speeds are fast and mobile signal is excellent, useful for staying connected. Prospective buyers should obtain their own surveys and confirm mortgage availability given the lease length and check any additional service or leasehold administration fees before committing.
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