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£285,000

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

    • 2 beds

    • 1 bath

    • 1 reception

  • EPC Rating: C

  • Retirement
  • Leasehold

Gilbert & Rose

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About this property

  • Over 60s retirement complex

  • Large ground floor apartment

  • Private front door

  • Communal car park

  • Laundry service

  • Duty manager on site 24/7

  • Walking distance to local shops and amenities

  • Walking distance to Westcliff Train Station

Situated within the popular Alston Court development on Crowstone Road, this well presented ground floor retirement apartment offers bright and spacious accommodation throughout. The property benefits from two generous double bedrooms, a large lounge with pleasant views over the well maintained communal gardens, a bright fitted kitchen, and a four piece bathroom suite. Conveniently located close to local amenities, transport links and the seafront, this apartment provides comfortable and peaceful retirement living in a highly desirable location.

Tenure - Leasehold

Council Tax Band - D

Measurements

Lounge -16'5 x 11'6

Kitchen - 10'8 x 8'1

Bedroom One - 16'5 x 10'6

Bedroom Two - 11'8 x 9'0

Internal

The accommodation benefits from its own front door accessing a welcoming entrance hall providing access to all principal rooms along with useful built-in storage.

The spacious lounge is a particular feature of the property, offering excellent natural light and attractive views across the communal gardens, creating a peaceful and relaxing living space.

The fitted kitchen is bright and functional, offering ample worktop and cupboard space with room for appliances.

There are two well proportioned double bedrooms, both enjoying pleasant outlooks over the beautifully maintained gardens. Bedroom one benefits from fitted wardrobe space, whilst bedroom two offers flexibility for use as a guest room, dining room or study if required.

The property is completed by a spacious four piece bathroom comprising a panelled bath, separate shower enclosure, wash hand basin and WC

External

Alston Court is set within attractive and well maintained communal grounds, providing residents with enjoyable outdoor spaces and garden views from the apartment. The development benefits from residents’ facilities and communal areas typical of a well regarded retirement complex. A communal car park allows secure parking for residents and guests

Location

Located on the ever popular Crowstone Road in Westcliff-on-Sea, the property is ideally positioned for convenient access to local shops, cafés and everyday amenities. Westcliff seafront and promenade are within easy reach, offering pleasant coastal walks and leisure facilities. Excellent transport links are nearby including local bus routes and mainline rail stations providing connections into London Liverpool Street

Communal Facilities

Duty manager on site 24/7. Emergency callouts between 10.00pm and 8.00am. Weekly one and a half hour service clean within apartment or laundry wash and dry and up to 45 minutes ironing. Restaurant facility offering a two course lunch every day. Family and friends welcome. Handyman. Laundry service. Lift access to all levels, communal lounge, guest suite, hobbies room, landscaped gardens and car parking. Communal front door opened by staff or Owners key or fob. Emergency alarm call system

Leasehold Information

Length of lease - 125 Years from 01/11/2000

Service charge - £761 per month

Ground rent - £0

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

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  • Tenure

    Leasehold (99 years)

  • Service charge

    £9,132 per year

  • Council tax band

    TBC

  • Ground rent

  • Ground rent date of next review

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