Summary - London Road, Headington OX3 7SN
1 bed 1 bath Apartment
Low-maintenance one-bedroom near shops, transport and hospital.
Upper-floor apartment with lift access and communal facilities
A practical, purpose-built retirement apartment in central Headington, set within well-kept communal gardens and communal facilities. The home sits on an upper floor with lift access and offers a generous double bedroom with built-in wardrobes, an open-plan sitting/dining room and a separate kitchen — a straightforward, easy-to-manage layout suited to independent retirement living.
The development was built in the mid-2000s by specialist retirement developers and includes onsite laundry, a residents’ lounge and attractive lawned grounds. The location is a major strength: shops, cafés, medical services and regular buses (including routes into Oxford and to airports) are only a short walk away, making everyday errands simple without needing a car.
Practical considerations: heating is provided by a community electric scheme and the flat comes with a long lease (125 years from 1992, circa 92 years remaining). There is no private garden and the property may benefit from light cosmetic updating to kitchen/bathroom finishes to maximise comfort or resale value. The development is offered chain free for a straightforward purchase.
Note: the local area records higher crime levels than average; prospective buyers should satisfy themselves about security and personal needs when viewing. Overall, this apartment will suit a downsizer or someone seeking a low-maintenance, centrally placed retirement home with communal support and social facilities.
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