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Guide price

£220,000

1 bed flat for sale
Crowstone Road, Westcliff-On-Sea, Essex SS0

    • 1 bed

    • 1 bath

    • 1 reception

  • EPC Rating: C

  • Retirement
  • Chain free
  • Leasehold

Abbotts - Thorpe Bay

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About this property

  • Immaculately Presented Third floor Retirement Apartment

  • No Onward Chain

  • 24 Hour Duty Manager On Site

  • Communal Facilities

  • Ages 60+

  • Lift Access To All Levels

  • Large Double Bedroom With Large Walk In Wardrobe

  • Local Amenities To Hand

  • Excellent Bus Routes Nearby

  • Gated Complex

Suitable for ages 60+ and offered with no onward chain, this well-maintained one bedroom third floor retirement apartment presents an excellent opportunity for comfortable and convenient living.

The property boasts a bright and airy lounge with distant estuary sea views and provides a welcoming space to relax or entertain, while the well-proportioned kitchen offers modern appliances and ample storage ideal for everyday use. The double bedroom benefits from a generous walk-in wardrobe with additional storage thoughtfully provided throughout the apartment.

Residents enjoy access to a range of excellent communal facilities, including beautifully maintained gardens, as well as inviting communal lounges and dining areas-perfect for socialising or simply enjoying the surroundings. Parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Alston court offers a vibrant and engaging social calendar, including monthly themed suppers, frequent coffee mornings, evening chat nights, quiz nights and entertainment events. There is also a dedicated hobbies room, that provides a welcoming space for residents to come together and enjoy activities such as cards and Scrabble.

Ideally situated within walking distance of Chalkwell Park, the property is also conveniently close to a wide selection of local amenities, with excellent bus routes nearby, making it easy to stay connected.

Communal Entrance

Communal entrance door and lift facility to the third floor. The apartment is approached via a walkway with space for seating and a table outside and provides a pleasant outlook over the communal gardens.

Entrance Hall

A large entrance hallway benefits from two built in storage cupboards. Emergency pull chord. Radiator, textured ceiling with coved cornice. Loft hatch.

Lounge

A light and airy room benefitting from a feature fireplace to one aspect with distant views of the estuary. Double glazed window to side. Radiator, textured ceiling with coved cornice. Emergency pull chord.

Kitchen

Fitted with a range of base and wall level units finished with roll edge work surfaces over incorporating an inset sink drainer with mixer tap. Built in oven and inset electric hob with extractor above. Washer/dryer and fridge/freezer to remain. Emergency pull chord. Cupboard housing the boiler. Double glazed window to side. Radiator.

Bedroom

Double glazed window to side overlooking the well-tended communal gardens. Emergency pull chord. Textured ceiling with coved cornice. Radiator. This room benefits a large walk in wardrobe with hanging rails, shelving and a radiator.

Bathroom

Suite comprising of a double shower tray with glazed door and built in shower with attachment. Twin flush low level WC and pedestal wash hand basin with mixer tap. Heated towel rail with wall mounted light with shaver socket. Built in shelved storage cupboard. Part tiled walls, textured ceiling. Emergency pull chord.

Communal Facilities

Communal front door opened by staff or owner's key or fob. Emergency alarm call system. Communal lounge, dining room, guest suite, hobbies room, landscaped gardens and communal car parking. Emergency alarm call system. Lift access to all levels.

Agents Note-

The monthly service charge is approximately £761 per month.
The lease remaining period is approximately 99years.

Council Tax Band C

Agents Notes - Resale Fees
Less than 12 Months - 1% Transfer Fee and 0.5% Reserve Fund Contribution
12-24 Months - 2% Transfer Fee and 0.5% Reserve Fund Contribution
24 Months + - 2% Transfer Fee and 1% Reserve Fund Contribution

**The service charge provides a fully inclusive package designed to simplify day-to-day living. Residents benefit from weekly housekeeping within the apartment (up to 90 minutes), with the option to include laundry services covering washing, drying, and ironing. Support is available at all times, with an on-site duty manager and 24/7 emergency callout cover, ensuring peace of mind around the clock. The charge also includes ongoing building maintenance, as well as access to and upkeep of communal dining facilities and all utilities.**

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  • Tenure

    Leasehold (98 years)

  • Service charge

    £9,132 per year

  • Council tax band

    C

  • Ground rent

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