Summary - GIDEA LODGE, 220A FLAT 28 MAIN ROAD ROMFORD RM2 5HR
1 bed 1 bath Retirement Property
Ready-to-live retirement apartment with on-site manager and guest suite..
One-bedroom first-floor apartment with lift access
Garden-facing living room with good natural light
Integrated kitchen appliances; ready to occupy
House Manager on site and communal social events
24-hour emergency Careline system and security entry
Guest suite available for visitors; network access nationwide
Leasehold with 98 years remaining; check lease details
Annual service charge £2,824.72; communal redecoration ongoing
A smartly presented one-bedroom first-floor retirement apartment in Gidea Lodge, ideal for downsizers seeking low-maintenance living close to Romford town centre. The living room opens to garden-facing windows for pleasant natural light, and the fitted kitchen includes integrated appliances for immediate use. The block has lift access and off-street parking, making daily life straightforward.
Designed for independent living with on-site support, the development provides a House Manager, a 24-hour emergency Careline system, and regular social events in the owners’ lounge. A guest suite is available for visitors, and owners can use guest suites at Churchill Living sites nationwide. Communal areas are currently being redecorated, part of ongoing maintenance and upkeep.
Practical points to note: this is a leasehold apartment with 98 years remaining and an annual service charge of £2,824.72 (covers utilities, Careline, building insurance, communal maintenance and House Manager). The local area records higher crime levels, which you should weigh alongside the building’s security features. The property is best suited to someone wanting a secure, sociable retirement setting rather than a long-term buy-to-let investment.
Overall, this apartment offers comfortable, ready-to-live-in accommodation with strong onsite support and convenient transport and shopping links. Buyers should be comfortable with leasehold tenure, the service charge, and the local crime context.
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