Summary - Flat 32, Cromwell Lodge, Longbridge Road IG11 8UB
1 bed 1 bath Apartment
Compact first-floor flat with communal facilities and on-site support.
First-floor one-bedroom retirement flat, 474 sq ft
Suitable for Over-55 women / Over-60 men residency rules
Chain free and immediate occupation possible
On-site communal lounge, launderette, hairdressing, guest facilities
Communal gardens and off-street parking included
Lease c.62 years — some lenders may decline mortgages
Service charge approx. £2,197pa; ground rent £105pa
All-electric with electric storage heaters (no gas)
Quiet, low-maintenance retirement flat on the first floor of Cromwell Lodge, set within neat communal gardens and close to local buses and stations. The one-bedroom open-plan layout and communal facilities suit someone seeking a compact, sociable home with on-site support and emergency call provision.
Practical features include off-street parking, a communal lounge, launderette, hairdressing and guest facilities. The property is chain free and ready for immediate occupation, with double glazing and storage heaters providing basic comfort in a modestly sized 474 sq ft apartment.
Buyers should note important lease and cost details: the lease has about 62 years remaining and some mortgage lenders may refuse to lend. Service charges average £2,197pa and there is a £105 ground rent; potential purchasers should factor these ongoing costs into affordability calculations.
This retirement flat works best for downsizers or those seeking a managed scheme with social facilities. The apartment is all-electric with electric storage heating and may suit buyers wanting straightforward maintenance rather than major renovation; those seeking modern heating or long lease security should consider these limitations.
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