1 bed flat for sale

Blue Bell Court, Sovereign Way, Tonbridge TN9

Shared ownership (Advertised price represents 40% share. Full market value £230,000). A smartly-presented apartment on the (raised) first floor of this modern block. The property has an open-plan kitchen/reception room with sleek, grey units and a door that leads out onto a balcony overlooking the communal grounds at the rear/side of the building. There is a spacious bedroom with fitted wardrobe, a simple yet stylish bathroom and a pair of utility/storage cupboards have been provided in the entrance hallway. Well insulated walls, modern double glazing and a communal heating/hot water system make for a good energy-efficiency rating. Blue Bell Court is in an exceptionally convenient location with a Waitrose opposite and a wide range of other shops and amenities on or around the nearby High Street. Tonbridge Railway Station, for services to a number of destinations including the south-east coast or into London Bridge/Waterloo East/Charing Cross, is only a short walk away. The apartment comes with use of a secure, allocated parking space.

Interested parties are required to complete the shared ownership common application form [ ]

(Please note the minimum income and deposit requirements for eligibility. You do not need to request a viewing separately once you have completed the application form.)

Housing Association: Clarion.
Tenure: Leasehold (125 years less 3 days from 01/01/2014).
Minimum Share: 40% (£92,000). The housing association will expect that you will purchase the largest share affordable.
Shared Ownership Rent: £439.75 per month (subject to annual review).
Service Charge: £294.51 per month (subject to annual review).
Guideline Minimum Income: Dual - £37,100 | Single - £43,300 (based on minimum share and 10% deposit).
Council Tax: Band C, Tonbridge & Malling Borough Council. Priority is given to applicants living and/or working in this local authority.

This property is offered for sale in the condition seen. The housing association does not warrant to carry out any remedial or redecoration work of a cosmetic nature unless specifically advised in writing. As a general rule, fitted domestic appliances are included in the sale; non-fitted appliances are not. If you require confirmation, you must request this in writing from Urban Moves. The information in this document supersedes any information given verbally either in person or by telephone. Pets may be permitted but only with prior consent from Clarion (which, unfortunately, can only be obtained once you are the property owner).

What is shared ownership ?

Shared Ownership is a housing scheme designed to help homebuyers who are unable to afford the cost of buying a property outright on the open market. Properties may be sold off-plan or new build direct from housing associations, or pre-owned from existing shared owners. The rules and terms of the scheme are set by the Greater London Authority (gla) in London and Homes England outside of London.

Is shared ownership for you ?

The gla and Homes England set the eligibility criteria for Shared Ownership, but broadly speaking you must:

1. Not own another property in the UK or any other country.
2. Have a household income that falls below £90,000 (£80,000 threshold outside the M25). Every property will have a minimum income level too, determined by its value, rent and service charge costs. In most cases you will need to meet or exceed the given minimum income.
3. Have access to a minimum deposit of 10% of the share being purchased (a minimum deposit of 5% of the share being purchased may be acceptable depending on individual financial status).
4. Be in full time permanent employment.
5. Be a British, EU or eea Citizen or have indefinite leave to remain in the UK.
6. Have a good credit history.

Reception

19' 0" max. X 17' 0" max. (5.79m x 5.18m)

Kitchen

Included in reception measurement

Bedroom

14' 1" x 9' 10" (4.29m x 3.00m)

Bathroom

8' 2" x 5' 10" (2.49m x 1.78m)