Summary - Apartment 2 Bennett, Woodlands Village, WAKEFIELD WF1 5LP
1 bed 1 bath Flat
Affordable first-step purchase near Wakefield centre with low monthly outgoings.
50% shared ownership available from £40,000 (full value £80,000)
A top-floor, one-bedroom shared ownership apartment offering an affordable route onto the property ladder in Wakefield. You can buy a 50% share for £40,000 (full market value £80,000) with a minimum deposit of £2,000; monthly rent on the unsold share is approximately £91.67. The block was built in the early 2000s and benefits from double glazing, gas central heating, off-street visitor parking and well-kept communal gardens.
The interior is a practical one-bed layout with a lounge, kitchen, bedroom and bathroom across about 494 sq ft. Service charge and estate costs are modest (service charge £167.28pcm; small additional estate charge estimated £13.94pcm) and ground rent is low at £175pa. Broadband speeds are fast and mobile signal is excellent — useful for home working and staying connected.
Important practical points: the property is leasehold under a shared ownership scheme, so staircasing, associated legal costs and scheme rules will apply. The local area shows higher crime rates and greater deprivation than average, which may concern some buyers. The apartment suits a buyer focused on affordability and convenience rather than a long-term standalone investment free of tenure restrictions.
This flat will appeal most to first-time buyers wanting an economical move into property ownership close to Wakefield city centre and transport links. It offers a straightforward, low-entry purchase with clear scope to increase ownership over time, but check scheme paperwork and local safety considerations before committing.
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