Summary - ALBERT COURT FLAT 52 RAILWAY STREET BRAINTREE CM7 3JU
1 bed 1 bath Apartment
Comfortable one-bedroom close to Braintree town centre, designed for independent over-60s.
Second-floor one-bedroom in over-60s retirement complex
24-hour Appello emergency call system for added safety
Communal lounge, laundry and well-maintained garden views
Short walk to Braintree town centre, shops and transport
Approx. 485 sq ft; built c.2003–2006 with double glazing
Electric storage heaters — potential for higher running costs
Leasehold tenure; likely service/management charges apply
Local area records very high crime levels — consider security
This second-floor one-bedroom apartment in Albert Court offers a secure, low-maintenance base for over-60s who want to stay central to Braintree. The property sits within a managed retirement complex with a 24-hour Appello emergency call system, communal lounge, laundry and well-kept garden overlooking quiet communal grounds.
Inside, the living/dining room and separate fitted kitchen suit comfortable daily living; the bedroom and family bathroom complete a practical, compact layout of around 485 sq ft. Double glazing and relatively modern construction (2003–2006) reduce immediate maintenance, while electric storage heaters provide heating without a communal fuel system.
Location is a clear strength: a short walk to Braintree town centre, shops, transport links and local amenities. The flat’s position and communal facilities support independent living with neighbours nearby for social contact when wanted.
Notable considerations: the property is leasehold and intended for residents aged 60+, so it suits retirees rather than open-market buyers. Heating is via electric storage heaters which can be costly compared with gas; communal living means shared spaces and service charges are likely. The area records very high crime levels, which should be weighed against the security measures in the development.
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