1 bed property for sale

Walter House, Rainsford Road, Chelmsford CM1

A beautifully sunny south east facing one bedroom apartment situated on the first floor with a walk out balcony within a desirable mccarthy stone retirement living development.
**Entitlements Advice and Part Exchange available - speak to your Property Consultant for more information**

Walter House

Walter House is a retirement living development for the over 60's in the centre of Chelmsford. With 49 apartments, residents have the opportunity to get to know your neighbours well with the beautiful communal facilities including the stunning ‘sky’ lounge, yet can always have the peace and quiet of your apartment should you need a little time to yourself.
The development further benefits from state-of-the-art security and safety features. In case of emergencies, there is a 24-hour call system in place, plus the House Manager who is available during office hours should you need anything.
Each apartment boasts a camera entry system, meaning homeowners can enjoy added the peace of mind that comes from feeling safe and secure, whether at home or away.
The historic city centre of Chelmsford is just a 15 minute walk from this retirement development, with plenty of local attractions like the 18 arch Victoria Railway Viaduct and Chelmsford Cathedral. There is also a wealth of amenities close by, including a leisure centre, the expansive greenery of Admirals Park and a shopping centre. Chelmsford boasts enviable connections to the surrounding area of Essex, and regular trains run from Chelmsford station to London Liverpool Street in just 34 minutes. The train station is only 0.3 miles from the development.

Entrance Hall

Front door with spy hole leads to the entrance hall. The 24-hour Tunstall emergency response pull cord system, Illuminated light switches, smoke detector, wall mounted thermostat and apartment security door entry system with intercom are all situated here. From the hallway there is a door opening into a storage/airing cupboard. Further doors lead to the open plan living room/kitchen, bedroom and shower room.

Living / Dining Room

The spacious lounge has a large window incorporating a French door which leads onto a sheltered walk out balcony large enough to house a bistro set to enjoy the sunny south east facing aspect. The room provides ample space for dining. TV point with Sky+ connectivity (subscription fees may apply), telephone point, two decorative ceiling light points and a range of power sockets. Door opening to separate kitchen.

Kitchen

Beautifully modern kitchen with a range of base and wall units finished in stone colour. Roll edge work surfaces with matching splash back. The sink unit with drainer, is positioned in front of the south east facing window with blind. Built in waist height (for minimum bend) electric oven with a microwave above. Four ring hob with extractor fan above. Integrated fridge and freezer. Central ceiling light point and blow base unit spot lighting.

Bedroom

A sunny east facing double bedroom with large window, allowing ample light into the room. Door leads onto a walk in wardrobe housing shelving and hanging rails. TV and phone point, raised height power sockets and ceiling light.

Shower Room

Fitted with a modern suite comprising; full width walk-in shower with glass screen and support rail, low level WC, vanity unit with wash basin and mirror above. Tiled floor and partially tiled walls.

Service Charge

• Electricity, heating and lighting (communal areas)
• Water and sewage (communal areas and apartments)
• Maintenance of building and gardens
• Building insurance
• Development staff
• Future maintenance fund
• Emergency call system
•Income to guest suites and sundry income.
The service charge does not include: Electricity, heating and lighting (apartments), contents insurance, council tax, phone, broadband, TV licence or TV service.

Annual service charge £4,659.24 for financial year ending 28/02/2026.
Check out benefits you may be entitled to supporting you with service charges and living costs. (often offset by Government Entitlements eg Attendance Allowance £3,500-£5,200)’.

Moving Made Easy & Additional Information

Moving is a huge step, but don’t let that hold you back. We have a range of services to help your move go smoothly, including:
• free Entitlements Advice to help you find out what benefits you may be entitled to that can assist with service charges or living costs.
• Part Exchange service to help you move without the hassle of having to sell your own home.
• Removal Services that can help you declutter and move you in to your new home.
• Conveyancing specialists who are experienced with sales and purchases of McCarthy Stone retirement properties.
For more information check our webpage additional services or speak with our property consultant


• Mains water and electricity
• Electric room heating
• Mains drainage

Leasehold

Lease Length: 999 years from 1st Jan 2021
Ground rent: £425 per annum
Ground rent review: 1st Jan 2036