Summary - Flat 53 Laurel Lodge, 22, Denmark Road, CARSHALTON SM5 2FQ
1 bed 1 bath Retirement Property
Modern one-bedroom retirement flat with strong communal facilities and 24-hour Careline..
Third-floor one-bedroom retirement apartment, built 2017
24-hour Careline, secure entry, lodge manager five days weekly
Owners’ lounge, regular social events, communal landscaped gardens
Guest Suite available; access to guest suites at other developments
Off-street private parking and lift access to upper floors
Leasehold with ~111 years remaining; service charge £3,351.57 pa
Ground rent £814.78 pa (reviews due 2032) — notable recurring cost
Close to town centre, excellent transport links and local amenities
A bright third-floor retirement apartment in Laurel Lodge, offered for independent retirees seeking low-maintenance, sociable living close to Carshalton town centre. Built in 2017, the one-bedroom flat feels modern and well-presented, with a fitted kitchen, good-sized bedroom with built-in wardrobe, and a shower room fitted for accessibility. The development benefits from communal landscaped gardens, an owners’ lounge with regular events, and a guest suite available for visitors.
Safety and support are built in: a 24-hour Careline system, secure video entry, fire detection, and a lodge manager available five days a week provide reassurance without intrusive care. Practical extras include off-street private parking, lift access to upper floors, and entitlement to use guest suites across the developer’s other sites.
Costs and tenure are straightforward but material. The apartment is leasehold with about 111 years remaining and a service charge of £3,351.57 pa (year ending 31 May 2026) covering heating, building maintenance, communal utilities and management. Ground rent of £814.78 pa is payable and scheduled for review in 2032 — buyers should factor these recurring costs into affordability.
Overall this property suits a downsizer who values security, community and a modern, low-maintenance home near local shops and transport links. It is not suitable for someone seeking a freehold property or minimal ongoing charges; prospective purchasers should check the lease terms and service charge accounts before committing.
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