Summary - 38 Clitherow Gardens RH10 6TT
2 bed 2 bath Ground Flat
Comfortable ground-floor retirement flat near Crawley town centre and station..
- Ground-floor two-bedroom apartment, approximately 657 sq ft
- Refitted modern kitchen and ensuite to bedroom one
- Allocated off-street parking and communal gardens
- Leasehold: 115 years remaining; service charge £1,878pa
- Ground rent £200pa and ongoing running costs to consider
- Home for Life Lifetime Lease price guide £165,500 for 60+ buyers
- Full market price £250,000 if not using Lifetime Lease
- Local area records higher crime; check neighbourhood suitability
This modern ground-floor two-bedroom apartment sits within easy walking distance of Crawley town centre and the railway station, making everyday errands and travel straightforward. The flat is well presented with a refitted kitchen, an ensuite to the principal bedroom and an allocated off-street parking space. Communal gardens provide outdoor space without maintenance responsibility.
The property is leasehold (115 years remaining) and currently presented with a Home for Life Lifetime Lease guide price of £165,500 for buyers aged 60+; the full market price is £250,000. Service charge and ground rent apply (£1,878pa service charge; £200pa ground rent) — factor these running costs into affordability assessments. Heating is gas central heating via boiler and radiators; double glazing was installed after 2002.
This apartment will suit someone seeking a low-stairs retirement home close to town amenities and transport links. It is an average-sized ground-floor flat with comfortable room proportions (total c.657 sq ft). Note the local area records higher crime levels; prospective buyers should satisfy themselves on safety and suitability. The building dates from c.1996–2002 and appears well maintained, but buyers should verify services, fixtures and structural/insulation details with their solicitor and surveyor.
For over-60s considering the Home for Life plan, a Lifetime Lease can reduce the upfront cost by a typical 20–50% depending on age and circumstances; alternatives at full market value are also available. All interested buyers must confirm lease terms, service charge inclusions and any additional fees before committing.
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