1 bed property for sale

Gales Drive, Crawley RH10

Charming Ground Floor Retirement Apartment – Modernised & Chain-Free

Set within the highly sought‐after Laker Court retirement development, this beautifully presented one‐bedroom ground floor apartment offers comfort, convenience, and peace of mind for buyers aged 60 and over. Benefitting from a newly fitted kitchen and newly fitted modern shower room, the property is offered to the market with no onward chain, making for a smooth and stress‐free move.

Entrance Hallway with storage.
Large Lounge / Dining Area – 5.34m x 3.11m / 17'6" x 10'2".
Modern Kitchen – 2.73m x 1.75m / 8'11" x 5'9" (newly fitted).
Double Bedroom – 4.32m x 3.03m / 14'2" x 9'11".
Refitted Shower Room with modern suite.
Storage cupboard enhancing practicality.

Key Features

Ground floor position with easy access throughout the building-ideal for comfortable, independent living.
Newly fitted contemporary kitchen with a modern layout.
Newly fitted shower room – fresh, modern, and accessible
Spacious lounge/dining room, bright and inviting
Generous double bedroom with space for wardrobes and furnishings.
Large hallway storage cupboard.
Electric heating & double glazing

Features

Laker Court was constructed by McCarthy & Stone and is professionally managed, offering an excellent range of facilities designed for comfort, community, and security:

Residents’ Lounge – a sociable, welcoming space for regular activities and community events.
24‐Hour Careline / Appello Emergency Call System for complete peace of mind.
House / Development Manager on site part‐time.
Lift to all floors.
Guest Suite for visiting family and friends.
Communal Gardens – well‐maintained and ideal for relaxation.
Laundry Room & Communal Kitchen Facilities .
Secure Entry Phone System for resident safety.
Communal Parking and provision for mobility vehicles.

Location

Perfectly positioned in the heart of Three Bridges, residents benefit from:

300 yards to local shops and bus stops.
Easy access to Three Bridges mainline station, ideal for visiting family or days out.
Close proximity to Crawley town centre, gp surgeries, post office, and restaurants.
Beautiful local parks, including Tilgate Park, just a short distance away.

Lease Information

The following information has been supplied by the owners, buyers and their legal representatives should satisfy themselves as to the accuracy of the information provided.

Lease 125 years from 1 February 2001 Lease Term Remaining 100 years

Ground Rent £769.00 pa

Service Charge £2606.76 pa

Property Ownership Information

Tenure

Leasehold

Council Tax Band

B

Annual Ground Rent

£769.00

Ground Rent Review Period

Every 10 years

Annual Service Charge

£2,606.00

Service Charge Review Period

Every 1 year

Lease End Date

01/02/2126

Property Description Disclaimer

This is a general description of the property only, and is not intended to constitute part of an offer or contract. It has been verified by the seller(s), unless marked as "draft". Purplebricks conducts some valuations online and some of our customers prepare their own property descriptions, so if you decide to proceed with a viewing or an offer, please note this information may have been provided solely by the vendor, and we may not have been able to visit the property to confirm it. If you require clarification on any point then please contact us, especially if you’re traveling some distance to view. All information should be checked by your solicitor prior to exchange of contracts.

Successful buyers will be required to complete anti-money laundering and proof of funds checks. Our partner, Lifetime Legal Limited, will carry out the initial checks on our behalf. The current non-refundable cost is £80 inc. VAT per offer. You’ll need to pay this to Lifetime Legal and complete all checks before we can issue a memorandum of sale. The cost includes obtaining relevant data and any manual checks and monitoring which might be required, and includes a range of benefits. Purplebricks will receive some of the fee taken by Lifetime Legal to compensate for its role in providing these checks.