Summary - BYRON COURT FLAT 49 STOCKBRIDGE ROAD CHICHESTER PO19 8ES
2 bed 1 bath Flat
Chain-free two-bedroom retirement apartment with gardens and 24-hour support close to Chichester centre.
Chain free two-bedroom retirement flat, approx 808 sq ft
24-hour manager and care line; lift access to second floor
Stunning communal gardens and on-site off-street parking
Close to Chichester city centre and train station
Lease circa 101 years; ground rent £475 pa
High service charge (£11,500 pa) — significant ongoing cost
Electric storage heaters; potential higher running costs
Local area records very high crime levels — consider security
This bright two-bedroom retirement flat occupies the second floor of a modern development close to Chichester city centre and the train station. At about 808 sq ft the apartment offers a generous sitting/dining room and two double bedrooms, arranged in a traditional layout suited to comfortable single-level living. Communal gardens, on-site parking (first-come, first-served) and a 24-hour manager plus care line add practical reassurance for downsizers.
The flat is chain free and comes with a long lease (approximately 101 years) and moderate ground rent (£475). Practical running costs include a high service charge (£11,500 pa) and electric storage heating rather than gas central heating — factors to weigh against the convenience and on-site support. Double glazing is installed, though dates are not confirmed.
Notable negatives are factual and important: the service charge is substantial, heating is electric storage (higher running costs possible), and the wider area records very high crime levels. The apartment’s interior shows some dated wear and would benefit from modernization to align with contemporary finishes and energy-efficiency improvements.
For buyers seeking a low-maintenance, supported retirement base with excellent local amenities and transport links, this property delivers strong practical benefits. For cost-conscious purchasers, budget for the service charge, potential heating upgrades, and consider the local crime context when deciding to view.
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