Summary - FLAT 42, BETHELL COURT, 31, MICKLEHAM GARDENS SM3 8AF
1 bed 1 bath Apartment
Chain-free, well-presented one-bed in a secure retirement development near Cheam village..
Chain free upper-floor retirement apartment with lift access
Open-plan living/kitchen, approximately 616 sq ft (average size)
Well-maintained communal gardens, seating and self-grow plots
Sizeable wet room—suitable for accessible living
Leasehold with c.110 years remaining
Service charge c.£274 pcm (£3,288 pa) — budget accordingly
Community mains-gas heating; communal control of system
EPC B, Council Tax Band C
Set on the upper floor of the well-kept Mickleham Gardens retirement development, this one-bedroom apartment offers a comfortable, low-maintenance home for a downsizer. The open-plan living/kitchen provides a bright, practical living space while the sizeable wet room supports accessible daily living. Residents benefit from communal gardens, seating areas and self-grow plots that foster a neighbourly atmosphere and outdoor relaxation.
Practical details are straightforward: the flat is chain free, comes with an EPC B rating, and sits on a lease with about 110 years remaining. Heating is provided via a community mains-gas scheme, which simplifies servicing but means some control and costs are communal. The recorded service charge is £274 per month (approximately £3,288 annually), so factor this into ongoing running costs.
The development includes secure access, a communal lounge and lift serving the upper floors, making the top-floor position easier to manage. The apartment’s 616 sq ft (approx.) footprint is average-sized—suitable for single occupancy or a couple wanting a manageable home close to Cheam village, local shops, and direct access to Nonsuch Park.
Notable considerations: this is a leasehold retirement property with a service charge and community heating arrangement. Views are likely urban or courtyard rather than open countryside, and buyers should confirm any development-specific rules or fees linked to retirement living. Overall, the flat presents a tidy, well-presented option for buyers seeking a secure, community-focused, low-maintenance home.
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