1 bed flat for sale

Oakley Road, Southampton SO16

Kings Estates are pleased to present this beautifully decorated one bedroom ground floor retirement apartment, situated within the highly regarded Oakley Court development in Shirley. Designed for the over 60s and offered with no forward chain, this well presented home benefits from spacious accommodation including a generous lounge dining room, fitted kitchen, double bedroom, and shower room, together with excellent accessibility features such as lift access, ramped access, wheelchair accessibility, wide doorways, allocated parking, and a 24 hour emergency call system. Located close to Shirley High Street, local amenities, bus routes, and Southampton city centre, this is an ideal opportunity for buyers seeking secure, low maintenance retirement living in a prime location.

Kings Estates are delighted to bring to the market this well presented one bedroom ground floor retirement apartment, located within the ever popular Oakley Court development on Oakley Road, Southampton. Exclusively for the over 60s, Oakley Court is a purpose built development that offers independent living alongside a range of practical communal facilities and a reassuring, secure environment.
The apartment itself is offered with no forward chain and is presented in very good decorative order throughout. Access is provided via a secure communal entrance, with the development benefiting from lift access, ramped access, and wheelchair friendly design, making it particularly suitable for those seeking convenient and accessible accommodation.
Internally, the property comprises a welcoming entrance hall leading to all principal rooms. The lounge dining room is an excellent size and provides a bright, versatile living space with room for both lounge and dining furniture. The kitchen is accessed separately and is fitted with a range of storage units and work surfaces, offering a functional layout for everyday use.
The bedroom is particularly generous, providing ample space for bedroom furniture and benefiting from built in storage potential. The shower room is well proportioned and designed with practicality in mind, fitted with a shower, wash hand basin, and WC.
Oakley Court offers a range of communal facilities for residents, including a communal lounge, kitchen area, and laundry room, creating a sociable and supportive living environment. Externally, the development benefits from communal gardens and allocated residents' parking.
From a location perspective, the property is exceptionally well placed. Shirley High Street is only a short distance away and offers a wide range of shops, supermarkets, cafés, bars, restaurants, and day to day amenities. Southampton city centre and Westquay are also within easy reach, while local transport links and nearby railway stations provide strong connectivity across the city and beyond.
The property is leasehold with approximately 101 years remaining, originally granted for 125 years from 1 April 2002. The apartment forms part of a McCarthy and Stone development and is subject to the usual covenants and regulations associated with retirement living.
This is a fantastic opportunity to acquire a well located, secure, and accessible retirement apartment in one of Southampton's most desirable developments.
Accommodation


Secure Communal Entrance
Access to communal hallways and facilities.

Apartment Entrance Hall
Doors leading to principal rooms. Storage and circulation space.

Lounge / Dining Room
13'7" x 22'2"
Spacious dual purpose reception room with ample room for both lounge and dining furniture.

Kitchen
8'7" x 7'6"
Fitted with wall and base units, work surfaces, and sink unit.

Bedroom
17'6" x 17'4"
Generous double bedroom with excellent proportions.

Shower Room
6'8" x 7'8"
Shower, wash hand basin, and WC.
Tenure and property information

Tenure: Leasehold
Lease Remaining: Approximately 101 years
Original Lease Term: 125 years from 1 April 2002
Council Tax Band: A
Local Authority: Southampton City Council
Heating: Electric
Broadband: Fibre to the premises
Parking: Allocated parking
Outside Space: Communal garden
Accessibility: Lateral living, lift access, ramped access, wheelchair accessible, wide doorways
Ground rent and service charge are payable, however full details are to be confirmed and will be available via the legal pack or upon request.
Local area information

Oakley Court is located just off Shirley High Street, placing it within easy reach of a wide range of local amenities including supermarkets, pharmacies, cafés, restaurants, banks, and convenience stores. Westquay and Southampton city centre are also readily accessible for more extensive shopping and leisure facilities.
Southampton Central Station is around 2 miles from the property, and Shirley is served by frequent local bus routes. Southampton's public transport map shows extensive services through Shirley and into the city centre, and Southampton Central offers onward rail links.
For motorists, the property is well positioned for access to Southampton city centre as well as wider regional routes including the M27 and M3 motorway networks.
Important notice for buyers

Successful buyers will be required to complete online identity verification checks. The cost of these checks is £50 including VAT per purchaser, payable in advance directly to Kings Estates. An invoice will be provided, and this fee is non-refundable.
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