Summary - 102 ABBS CROSS GARDENS HORNCHURCH RM12 4XA
2 bed 1 bath Flat
Practical, low-maintenance retirement home near shops and transport.
Over-55 retirement flat with communal lounge and guest suite
Stair-lift access to first-floor apartment
Compact footprint ~469 sq ft — small living spaces
Kitchen dated and in need of modernization
Leasehold ~60 years remaining — potential mortgage difficulties
Service charge £4,464 pa (above average) affecting running costs
Very high local crime rate — advisable to investigate
Close to Hornchurch High Street, shops and fast broadband
Quiet, well-maintained first-floor flat designed for over-55s, set within tidy communal grounds and close to Hornchurch High Street. The development offers a communal lounge, guest suite for visiting family and stair-lift access to the first floor, supporting independent, low-maintenance living.
Internally the layout is traditional and practical: two bedrooms, a living room nearly 17ft long and a compact kitchen. The accommodation totals about 469 sq ft, so it will suit buyers seeking a smaller, manageable home rather than generous space. The kitchen is dated and would benefit from modernization.
Important considerations are factual and material: the property is leasehold with around 60 years remaining — some lenders may refuse a mortgage on such a short lease. The annual service charge is £4,464, which is above average and will affect monthly outgoings. The local area registers very high crime rates; buyers should make independent enquiries about local safety.
Overall this flat is aimed at a purchaser wanting a straightforward, community-oriented retirement base close to shops and transport. It offers immediate occupancy with clear potential from modest updating, but lease length, service charges and local crime levels are significant factors to check before committing.
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