Summary - NORTH GATE COURT 17 SHORTMEAD STREET BIGGLESWADE SG18 0FE
1 bed 1 bath Apartment
Compact over-60s flat with balcony, communal gardens and no upward chain.
One-bedroom first-floor retirement flat, suited for over-60s
A bright, south-facing one-bedroom apartment on the first floor, purpose-built for over-60s and offered with no upward chain. The living room opens onto a private balcony with pleasant views across well-kept communal gardens and towards the river, while communal facilities include a residents’ lounge, laundry room and on-site house manager. Lift access makes the flat easy to reach and the layout suits a comfortable downsizer lifestyle.
Practical details support a straightforward purchase: a long lease remains (around 110 years), double glazing was installed post-2002 and the building dates from 2007–2011. The kitchen includes integrated appliances and the bedroom has built-in wardrobes, keeping the accommodation low-maintenance and move-in ready for many buyers.
Notable running costs and limitations are factual and important. The current service charge is significant (£3,360.24 pa) and the ground rent (£730.82 pa) is comparatively high. Heating is by electric room heaters rather than a communal gas system, and broadband speeds in the area are slow. Local crime statistics are recorded as very high — factor this into security and insurance considerations.
This apartment suits an over-60s buyer seeking a compact, low-upkeep home close to town amenities and a supermarket, with social communal facilities and outdoor garden views. It will particularly appeal to those prioritising location and ease over large internal living space, while buyers should budget for the annual service and ground rent commitments and consider the electric heating and local broadband limitations.
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