Summary - SALTER COURT FLAT 66 ST MARYS FIELDS COLCHESTER CO3 3FF
2 bed 1 bath Retirement Property
Well-presented two-bedroom retirement apartment close to Colchester town centre and station..
Third-floor, two-bedroom retirement flat — chain free and ready to move into
107 years remaining on lease; leasehold tenure
Service charge £3,346.08pa; ground rent £460pa
Updated bathroom with double walk-in shower
Communal facilities: lift, lounge, guest suite, laundry, house manager
Electric storage heating; main fuel is electricity (no gas)
Communal gardens; walking distance to Colchester town centre and station
Local crime level higher than average — check local safety information
A well-presented, third-floor retirement apartment in Salter Court offering comfortable, low-maintenance living for over-60s. The west-facing lounge with bay window and French doors brings generous light into the living space, while the recently updated shower room and fitted kitchen provide ready-to-use accommodation. The flat totals about 732 sq ft and includes a large storage/airing cupboard and two double bedrooms.
The development, built in the early 2000s, includes lifts to every floor, a communal lounge, guest suite, laundry facilities and an on-site house manager — features that suit buyers seeking community and support. Communal gardens provide outdoor space and the location is within easy walking distance of Crouch Street shops, Colchester city centre amenities and North Station (direct trains to London).
Practical points to note: the property is leasehold with 107 years remaining, an annual service charge of £3,346.08 and ground rent of £460. Heating is electric storage heaters and the main fuel is electricity. The area records higher-than-average crime, so buyers should review local safety information and visit at different times to assess suitability.
This chain-free apartment suits buyers wanting a ready-to-live-in retirement home close to town facilities, with communal support and manageable internal maintenance. It will particularly appeal to those prioritising location and convenience over private outdoor space and who are comfortable with the service charge and electric heating setup.
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