Third-floor retirement apartment with lift access and Juliet balcony
Double bedroom with built-in wardrobes; versatile second bedroom
Fitted kitchen with integrated appliances; large level-access shower
Communal facilities: lounge, dining room, hobbies room, on-site restaurant
Gated development with landscaped gardens and on-site parking
Very long lease (c.980 years) and no onward chain
High monthly service charge (~£769) and annual ground rent £449
Local factors: medium flood risk and higher local crime rates
This third-floor, two-bedroom retirement apartment at Brook Court offers a comfortable, low-maintenance lifestyle close to Bromsgrove town centre. The lounge/diner opens to a Juliet balcony and features a decorative fireplace; the fitted kitchen includes integrated appliances and the main bathroom has a level-access shower, making daily living straightforward. Communal facilities include an owners’ lounge, dining room, laundry, hobbies room, and a restaurant serving daily lunches, with a duty manager on site and an emergency alarm system for added peace of mind.
The development is gated with landscaped communal gardens and on-site parking, and lift access serves all floors—useful for mobility and visitors. The lease is extremely long (c.980 years), and there is no onward chain, making this straightforward to buy. Monthly service arrangements cover staff, communal services and building upkeep, supporting a busy social programme aimed at over-65s.
Important practical points: the service charge is high (approx. £769.23 monthly / £9,230.76 annually) and there is an annual ground rent (£449.10) with a review date noted in 2033. The area records higher-than-average crime and a medium flooding risk, factors to weigh alongside the convenience of town-centre proximity and excellent local digital connectivity.
Overall, this apartment will suit someone seeking a social, managed retirement setting with extensive communal services and minimal renovation needs, provided they are comfortable with the development’s ongoing service costs and local area risks.
