Summary - Connaught Close,
Shirley,
B90 B90 4GZ
1 bed 1 bath Retirement Property
Low-maintenance one-bedroom retirement apartment with strong communal facilities and care on-site..
Second‑floor one-bedroom with walk‑in wardrobe and level‑access shower
Roof terrace, landscaped gardens and communal lounge for socialising
On-site chef-run bistro, coffee bar, wellness suite and activity programme
Manager and CQC-registered care on-site 24/7; monitored emergency call system
Shared ownership leasehold — long lease (988 years); new build (2019)
Example pricing: £142,500 (75% share) or £95,000 (50% share + £218pcm service)
Heating via electric room heaters — potentially higher running costs
Area has above-average crime rates — consider security and location
This one-bedroom, second-floor retirement apartment in Shirley sits within a purpose-built, cared-for development designed for over-55s. The bright living room and fitted kitchen include integrated appliances and smart storage; the bedroom benefits from a walk-in wardrobe. Practical features include level-access shower, slip‑resistant flooring, and fitted flooring throughout, making the home easy to manage day-to-day.
Communal amenities are a major draw: landscaped gardens and a roof terrace, a chef-run bistro and coffee bar, communal lounge and private dining for events, plus a wellness suite with regular salon and therapy services. A full programme of classes and clubs, on-site manager 24/7 and a monitored emergency call system make this suited to buyers seeking social living with care options available.
Financially this is shared-ownership leasehold stock (new build 2019) with long lease (988 years) and a below-average service charge (£218 pcm). Example pricing given: £142,500 for a 75% share, or £95,000 for a 50% share with an illustrative rent of £218 pcm. Council tax is described as affordable and broadband and mobile signals are strong.
Important practical notes: heating is by electric room heaters, which can be costlier than gas alternatives. The property sits in an area with above-average crime rates, which may concern some buyers. The apartment is best for downsizers or retirement buyers who value on-site services, communal life and low-maintenance living rather than rural seclusion or independent, unassisted living.
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