1 bed flat for sale

Alder House, Leighswood Road, Walsall WS9

Set within the sought-after Alder House retirement development, this beautifully presented second floor apartment offers stylish and comfortable accommodation, complete with a door to a Juliette Balcony from the living room.

Exclusively designed for the over 60s, the apartment forms part of the Retirement Living collection and benefits from underfloor heating throughout, together with the reassurance of a part-time House Manager available during office hours.

The accommodation features a welcoming entrance hall, a bright and spacious lounge with a Juliette Balcony, space for both relaxing and dining and a contemporary fitted kitchen equipped with a range of integrated appliances. The generously proportioned double bedroom benefits from a walk-in wardrobe providing excellent storage, while the modern shower room is finished to a high standard.

This attractive apartment combines independent living with peace of mind in a welcoming community setting, and early viewing is strongly recommended to appreciate everything it has to offer.

Alder House

Alder House offers easy access into the bustling heart of Aldridge ‘village’. The town offers a generous selection of national stores and independent retailers, with a good selection of eateries, as well a butcher, post office, delicatessen and cafes. A major supermarket, medical centre and pharmacy are also just half a mile away.

Whilst you have everything you need for day to day living on your doorstep. Alder House was built by McCarthy & Stone purpose built for retirement living. The development consists of 35 one and two-bedroom retirement apartments for the over 60s.

There is a House Manager on site and a 24-hour emergency call system provided via a personal pendant alarm and with call points in the bathroom. The apartment features a fully fitted kitchen, spacious lounge, bedroom and separate shower room. The development includes a Homeowners' lounge and landscaped gardens. There is a guest suite for visitors who wish to stay (additional charges apply). A car parking - permit scheme applies, check with the House Manager for availability.

It is a condition of purchase that residents must meet the age requirement of 60 years or over.

Apartment Overview

A beautifully presented one-bedroom retirement apartment, exclusively designed for the over 60's and offering the ideal combination of comfort, independence and peace of mind. This spacious home features a welcoming living room with French door opening to a Juliette balcony, creating a bright and airy space to relax or entertain. The contemporary fitted kitchen is well equipped with integrated appliances and stylish high-gloss units, while the generous double bedroom benefits from a walk-in wardrobe providing excellent storage. A modern shower room completes the accommodation, featuring a walk-in shower, vanity storage and heated towel rail.

Additional Information & Services

• Broadband available
• Mains water and electricity
• Electric room heating
• Mains drainage

Social Lifestyle

The Communal Lounge is at the heart of the community at Alder House and is where the majority of social gatherings take place. Regular activities include; coffee mornings and afternoons, games nights, Chair Yoga, quiz and movie nights. 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.

Landscaped Gardens

The communal lounge opens onto beautiful, landscaped gardens with seated patio areas, offering a scenic place to relax and chat with friends, particularly in the summer months. All communal areas are maintained by Your McCarthy Stone, so you can relax and enjoy them with new found friends.

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.

Service Charge (Breakdown)

• Cleaning of communal windows
• Water rates for communal areas and apartments
• Electricity, heating, lighting and power to communal areas
• 24 hour emergency call system
• Upkeep of gardens and grounds
• Repairs and maintenance to the interior and exterior communal areas
• Contingency fund including internal and external redecoration of communal areas
• Buildings insurance

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

Annual Service Charge: £3,158.53 for the financial year ending 30/06/2027.

Lease Information

Lease: 999 years from 1st Jan 2017
Ground rent - £425 per annum
Ground rent review: 1st Jan 2032

Parking (Permit Scheme - Subject To Availability)

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.