Summary - 1 The Wharf, New Crane Street, CHESTER CH1 4HZ
1 bed 1 bath Apartment
Affordable 60% shared-ownership riverside flat — ideal first-time buy or simple let..
60% shared ownership — monthly rent £399 payable to Housing Association
Compact 506 sq ft one-bedroom flat with balcony and riverside outlook
Energy Rating C; double glazing; built 1996–2002
Service charge c. £1,492 pa; ground rent £150 pa — ongoing costs
Electric room heaters (no gas) — expect higher heating bills
Slow local broadband speeds — consider before remote working
Convenient central location near university, shops and transport
Lease length not confirmed — check lease details before purchase
This 60% shared-ownership one-bedroom apartment occupies a first-floor position within a contemporary riverside development close to Chester city centre and the university. At 506 sq ft, the layout is compact and easy to manage, with an open-plan lounge/kitchen, double bedroom and shower room — ideal for a first-time buyer seeking an affordable entry into the market or a low-effort rental let.
The building is a late-1990s/early-2000s new-build with double glazing and an Energy Rating C. The flat benefits from a riverside aspect and a small balcony, excellent mobile signal and low flood and crime risk. Quick access to shops, public transport and nearby amenities makes day-to-day life convenient for commuters and students.
Buyers should note this is shared ownership (60% share) with rent payable to Sanctuary Housing (£399 pcm). Annual service charge and ground rent are material ongoing costs: service charge c. £1,492 pa and ground rent £150 pa. The length of the lease is not confirmed and should be checked prior to exchange.
The apartment is heated by electric room heaters and mains electricity is the primary fuel; running costs may be higher than gas-heated homes. Broadband speeds are reported as slow in the area, which may affect home working or streaming. The surrounding area shows signs of economic deprivation despite the central, cosmopolitan neighbourhood character.
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