Summary - 1 Lydgate Court, Abbots Gate, BURY ST. EDMUNDS IP33 2FB
2 bed 2 bath Apartment
Secure, low-maintenance living with communal facilities and parking near town centre.
Chain free ground-floor apartment, purpose-built for over-55s
Approximately 527 sq ft — compact, best for couples or downsizers
Leasehold with ~283 years remaining; clear title length
Service charge £3,698.68pa; covers insurance and communal services
Ground rent £250pa
On-site manager, communal lounge, library and well-kept gardens
Resident and guest parking; excellent broadband and mobile signals
Area records above-average crime — consider local safety measures
This chain-free, ground-floor apartment in Lydgate Court is designed for over-55s seeking low-maintenance, secure living close to Bury St. Edmunds amenities. The flat feels bright and airy, with a generous sitting/dining room, a fitted kitchen, a master bedroom with ensuite, and a second good-sized bedroom. Modern essentials include gas central heating, upvc double glazing and an efficient boiler, reflected in an EPC B rating.
Lydgate Court offers practical communal benefits: an on-site manager, residents' lounge, library, well-kept gardens and resident/guest parking. A monitored emergency intercom operates 24/7, making the building suitable for owners who travel or want additional reassurance. Broadband and mobile signal are excellent and the building dates from the 2000s, so many structural elements are relatively new.
Costs and responsibilities are clear: the property is leasehold with approximately 283 years remaining, an annual service charge of £3,698.68 and ground rent of £250 per year. The service charge covers insurance, communal upkeep, window cleaning, lifts and the security/emergency system. Buyers should note the overall apartment footprint is small (circa 527 sq ft), which suits couples or downsizers but may feel compact for larger households.
Practical negatives are stated plainly: the area records above-average crime rates, and there is an ongoing service charge and ground rent. For a buyer seeking convenience, communal facilities and security rather than extensive private outdoor space, this apartment represents a comfortable, move-in-ready option in an affluent retirement-focused community.
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