Summary - High West Street, Dorchester DT1 DT1 1UT
1 bed 1 bath Apartment
Stylish low-maintenance one-bedroom close to rail links and town amenities.
Share of Freehold and chain-free for smoother purchase
Built 2021 — modern finishes within a listed exterior
One double bedroom with en-suite; open-plan living/kitchen
502 sq ft — compact, low-maintenance town-centre apartment
Service charge c. £1,600 p.a.; check reserve fund and payments
No gas; electric heating and Megaflo hot water system
Listed status — restrictions and potential maintenance complexities
High local crime rates and wider area deprivation — consider safety
Set within a Grade II-listed Georgian townhouse in the heart of Dorchester, this modern duplex apartment offers compact, town-centre living with convenient transport links and local amenities on the doorstep. Built in 2021, the home combines period exterior character with contemporary internal finishes: open-plan living, quartz worktops, integrated Bosch appliances and a stylish en-suite to the double bedroom. Its Share of Freehold and chain-free status simplify purchase and appeal to buyers wanting a straightforward move-in ready option.
Practical positives include off-street parking nearby (permit parking available at Top’O’Town), FTTP superfast broadband (not currently wired into the flat) and low flood risk. The building’s modern services exclude gas and use electric heating with a Megaflo pressurised hot water tank. Service charges are moderate for a town-centre listed property and the apartment’s compact 502 sq ft suits a single occupant or couple seeking a low-maintenance base close to shops, the railway and cultural amenities.
Buyers should note a few material considerations: the apartment sits within a listed building, which can restrict alterations and may complicate future changes or maintenance. The location records high local crime statistics and the wider area is flagged as deprived — factors to weigh for safety and resale. The property is an average-sized one-bedroom duplex with limited external space and no guaranteed allocated parking. Prospective purchasers should confirm whether the Share of Freehold arrangement meets their long-term expectations and review the current service charge schedule and any listed-building maintenance plans.
Overall, this duplex will suit first-time buyers or professionals prioritising central Dorchester living, period character outside with contemporary interiors inside, and a chain-free purchase. It offers immediate convenience and a tidy, modern finish, but carries the typical listed-building constraints and urban-location considerations that warrant thorough due diligence.
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