1 bed flat for sale

Forest Court, Union Street, Chester CH1

Discover comfortable, independent retirement living at Forest Court, an attractive development exclusively for the over-60s in the heart of Chester.

This beautifully presented one-bedroom, third-floor apartment enjoys a sought-after south-facing position, with a large picture window flooding the spacious lounge with natural light. The accommodation further comprises a modern, fully fitted kitchen with integrated appliances, a generous double bedroom featuring mirrored wardrobes, and a contemporary shower room.

Residents benefit from a range of excellent communal facilities, including a visiting House Manager, a welcoming homeowners’ lounge, and a stunning roof terrace offering far-reaching views across the surrounding area.

Ideally located, Forest Court is within easy reach of local shops, parks, transport links, and everyday amenities, making it the perfect choice for those seeking a relaxed and convenient lifestyle in retirement.

Forest Court

This McCarthy & Stone development, Forest Court, takes its name from Forest Street, which lies at the rear of the development and is just around the corner from Foregate Street, one of the city's main thoroughfares with all of the shops, cafes, restaurants and other amenities you would expect of a bustling city.

Within 100 yards of the development lies the remains of a Roman amphitheater, demonstrating Chester's origins as a Roman fortress. Almost opposite you will find the entrance to Grosvenor Park where you can walk through the tranquil gardens and enjoy the sounds and sights of the River Dee.

The development has a dedicated House Manager on site during the day to take care of things and make you feel at home. There's no need to worry about the burden of maintenance costs as the service charge covers the cost of all external maintenance, gardening and landscaping, external window cleaning, buildings insurance, water rates and security systems. All energy costs of the laundry room, homeowners lounge and other communal areas are also covered in the service charge.

For your peace of mind, the development has CCTV door entry and 24-hour emergency call systems, should you require assistance. The Homeowners' lounge provides a great space to socialise with friends and family. If your guests have travelled from afar, they can extend their stay by booking into the development Guest Suite (usually for a fee of £35 per night - subject to availability) which has an en-suite shower room, tea and coffee making facilities and a TV.

Property Overview

This immaculate one-bedroom third-floor apartment enjoys a desirable south-facing position overlooking the side of the development, the bright spacious lounge has a large picture window allowing in plenty of natural sunlight.The accommodation also features a modern fitted kitchen with integrated appliances, a generous double bedroom with a large mirror fronted wardrobe, a contemporary shower room, and a good sized storage room with shelving. Ideally located close to the communal staricase and a short distance from the lift allowing access to the ground floor and the home owners lounge.

Social Lifestyle

The Communal Lounge is at the heart of the community at Forest Court and is where the majority of social gatherings take place. Regular activities include; coffee mornings with guest visitors and more activities planned for 2027. They're a perfect opportunity to meet your neighbours and make new friends, but there's never any obligation to join in, you can socialise as much or as little as you want.

Roof Terrace

Forest Court boasts a stunning roof terrace with ample contemporary seating, overlooking the local area and beyond. This the perfect space to relax and enjoy a glass of wine, watching the sunset on a summers evening with new found friends.

Car Parking (Permit Scheme)

Parking is by allocated space subject to availability. The fee is usually £250 per annum, but may vary by development. Permits are available on a first come, first served basis. Please check with the House Manager on site for availability.

Service Charge (Rl)

What your service charge pays for:
• House Manager who ensures the development runs smoothly
• All maintenance of the building and grounds, including window cleaning, gardening and upkeep of the building exteriors and communal areas
• 24hr emergency call system
• Monitored fire alarms and door camera entry security systems
• Maintaining lifts
• Heating and lighting in communal areas
• Contingency fund including internal and external redecoration of communal areas
• Buildings insurance, water and sewerage rates

The service charge does not cover external costs such as your Council Tax, electricity or TV. Find out more about service charges please contact your Property Consultant or House Manager.

Service Charge: £2,583.84 per annum (up to financial year end 1st March 2027).

Ask about our free entitlements service to find out what benefits you may be entitled to.

Lease Information

Lease Length: 125 years from 2009
Ground Rent: £763.21 per annum

Additional Information & Services

• Full Fibre Broadband available soon
• Mains water and electricity
• Electric room heating
• Mains drainage

Moving Made Easy

Moving is a huge step, but don’t let that hold you back. We have a range of services to help your move go smoothly, including:

• free Entitlements Advice to help you find out what benefits you may be entitled to.

• Part Exchange service to help you move without the hassle of having to sell your own home.

• Removal Services that can help you declutter and move you in to your new home.

• Conveyancing specialists who are experienced with sales and purchases of McCarthy Stone retirement properties.

For more information speak with our Property Consultant today.