Ready-to-move one-level home with garage, gardens and an exceptionally long lease.
Share of Freehold with 982-year lease
No onward chain — ready for quick completion
Private garage plus residential parking space
Newly refitted three-piece bathroom and new carpet
Access to attractive communal gardens
Average size two-bedroom — approx 667 sq ft
Electric room heaters — running costs may be higher
Service charge about £1,400 per year
This ground-floor two-bedroom apartment sits in a mid-20th-century block on Fernhill Road and is presented ready to move into. Recent works include a new three-piece bathroom, new carpet and fresh decoration throughout, making it straightforward for a first-time buyer to settle in without immediate expense. The flat benefits from a private garage, residential parking and access to well-kept communal gardens.
Ownership is straightforward: a Share of Freehold with a 982-year lease and no onward chain complications. The living/dining room and bedrooms are average sized for a two-bed flat (approximately 667 sq ft) and both bedrooms have built-in wardrobes. Double glazing was installed post-2002 and the property sits in a very low-crime, affluent area with fast broadband and excellent mobile signal.
Practical considerations: heating is electric via room heaters, which can be more expensive than gas central heating. There is an average service charge of around £1,400 per year. The layout and size suit a first-time buyer, small family or investor; projected rental income is around £1,350pcm, offering potential income for a buy-to-let purchaser.
Location advantages include nearby shops, good school options, and convenient road links to the M3/A331. No flooding risk has been identified. Overall, this apartment offers a low-maintenance, long-lease purchase with immediate usability, clear ownership, and modest running costs to consider before committing.