Summary - Flat 36, Steeple Lodge, 20 Church Road B73 5GB
2 bed 1 bath Retirement Property
Secure, sociable retirement living moments from Boldmere and Sutton Coldfield.
- Two bedroom first-floor apartment, c.798 sq ft
- South-easterly aspect, bright dual-aspect living room
- Modern fitted kitchen with integrated appliances
- Lodge manager on-site five days a week
- 24-hour Careline emergency system and secure entry
- Annual service charge £3,740.92; ground rent £702.24
- Electric room heaters (no central gas heating)
- Slow advertised broadband speeds
This two-bedroom first-floor apartment at Steeple Lodge offers practical, secure retirement living close to Boldmere and Sutton Coldfield town centre. The south-easterly aspect and dual-aspect living room deliver good natural light, while a modern fitted kitchen with integrated appliances and useful hallway storage keep the layout efficient for everyday life. The apartment measures approximately 798 sq ft and sits within well-kept communal gardens.
The development is designed for independent older owners: an on-site lodge manager (five days a week), a 24-hour Careline alarm, communal owners’ lounge with regular events and an available guest suite provide social and safety benefits. Landscaping and maintained grounds add a calm outlook and easy outdoor access for residents.
Buyers should note material running costs and utilities: an annual service charge of £3,740.92 and ground rent of £702.24; these cover Careline, buildings insurance, communal maintenance and the lodge manager but increase ongoing ownership costs. Heating is electric room heaters rather than a central gas system, and advertised broadband speeds are slow — both factors that could affect bills and connectivity.
The property is leasehold with long lease terms recorded and is best suited to someone looking to downsize into a social, managed retirement community. It offers straightforward, low-maintenance accommodation with clear benefits for security and on-site support, balanced by the regular charges and electric heating to consider.
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