£99,950
1 bed flat for saleLorne Court, School Road, Moseley, Birmingham B13
1 bed
1 bath
1 reception
EPC Rating: B
- Retirement
- Leasehold
McCarthy Stone - RESALES
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About this property
Well Maintained purpose built Retirement Apartment
Exclusive over 60's retirement living
Situated on the first floor of the development
Having Lifts to all Floors
One Double Bedroom, Garden Facing
Generous Living Room with space for Dining
Fitted Kitchen with Integrated Appliances
Communal Lounge where social events take place
Landscaped Communal Gardens
Guest Suite for Family & Friends
An exceptional bright and airy one bedroom retirement apartment situated on the first floor, having lift and stairs to all floors with an attractive garden outlook.
Having a generous living room with space for dining. Modern fitted kitchen with integrated appliances and a master bedroom with built in wardrobes.
Part of our retirement living range of properties for over 60's
Lorne Court
Lorne Court has been been designed and constructed for modern living. The apartments boast Sky/Sky+ connection points in living rooms, fitted wardrobes in main bedroom. The dedicated House Manager is on site during working hours to take care of the running of the development. There's no need to worry about the burden of maintenance costs as the service charge covers the cost of all external maintenance, gardening and landscaping, external window cleaning, buildings insurance, water rates and security systems.
Moving Made Easy
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 speak with our Property Consultant today.
Local Area
Located in the heart of Moseley Village, a suburb of Birmingham south of the City Centre. Moseley is well known as a strong community of independent businesses, a range of gift shops, cafes, restaurants and bars. It’s a short distance from the City Centre which is the host for many Arts venues such as Symphony Hall, Town Hall, National Indoor Arena, Hippodrome Theatre and Repertory Theatre.
Entrance Hall
Front door with spy hole leads to the entrance hall where the door entry and 24-hour Tunstall emergency response system is situated. From the hallway there is a useful storage cupboard. Further doors lead to the bedroom, bathroom, and living room.
Living Room
A bright and airy living room with pleasant outlook to the large mature gardens. There is adequate space for a dining table and chairs. TV point, telephone point, and power points. Two ceiling lights. Partially glazed wooden double doors lead into a separate kitchen. Neutral flooring with an attractive feature wall. Wall mounted electric heater (replaced in October 2023).
Kitchen
The kitchen is fitted with a wide range of base and wall units. Integrated oven. Integrated fridge and freezer. Four ringed induction hob with extractor hood. A stainless steel sink unit. Double glazed window.
Bedroom
Double bedroom with built in wardrobe and double glazed window. Central ceiling light. TV and telephone point.
Bathroom
Fitted suite comprising; Paneled bath with shower over, WC, vanity unit with inset wash hand. Emergency pull-cord. Door to useful sized airing cupboard which houses the hot water tank.
Service Charge Breakdown
• Cleaning of communal windows (internal & external)
• Laundry Room (comprises of 4 washing machines, 3 tumble dryers, 1 spin dryer, 1 iron & board. Open 8.00 am to 8.00 pm, seven days a week) - full use of this facility is included within your service charge
• Water rates for communal areas and apartments
• Electricity, heating, lighting and power to communal areas
• 24 hour emergency call system
• Upkeep of gardens and grounds
• Repairs and maintenance to the interior and exterior communal areas
• Contingency fund including internal and external redecoration of communal areas
• Buildings insurance
The Service charge does not cover external costs such as your Council Tax, electricity or TV. To find out more about the service charges please contact your Property Consultant or House Manager.
Service charge: £3,263.23 for financial year ending 28/02/2026.
Lease Information
Ground rent: £763.21 per annum
Ground rent review: 1st Jan 2039
Lease: 125 Years from 1st Jan 2009
Parking
Parking is by allocation subject to availability. Please check with the House Manager on site for availability.
Additional Information & Services
• Broadband available
• Mains water and electricity
• Electric room heating
• Mains drainage
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Tenure
Leasehold (108 years)
Service charge
£3,263 per year
Council tax band
C
Ground rent
£425
Ground rent date of next review
Ground rent review period
Every 15 years