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1 bedroom retirement property for sale

High Oaks House, Locks Heath
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1 bed
1 bath
EPC rating: C*
419 sq ft / 39 sq m

Key information

Tenure: Leasehold | 117 yrs left
Ground rent: £500 per annum | review period: 15 yrs
Service charge: £2,529 per annum
Council tax, if payable: Band A
Broadband: Ultra-fast 1000Mbps *
Mobile signal: 
EE O2 Three Vodafone
Water: Mains supply
Heating: Night storage
Electricity: Mains supply
Sewerage: Mains supply
Obligations: There are obligations on this property
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Property description & features

  • Tenure: Leasehold (117 years remaining)
  • The Locks Heath Centre is just a short walk offering a selection of shops including Waitrose, as well as a doctors, post office, library, community centre and more for all your needs.
  • The lease here has been extended with 117 years remaining, and the service charge is just £632 per quarter.
  • For those who like to get to know the neighbours, there is a communal living room with a kitchen area. The residents arrange trips and events throughout the year should you wish to join in.
  • For those with a car, there is parking to the front of High Oaks House. Alternatively, there are regular services to Fareham and surrounding areas from the bus stop which is under 300 yards away.
  • For your peace of mind there is 24/7 support via Community Careline and a Manager is on site during weekdays..
  • With a modern kitchen and shower room, this apartment is ready for you to move in and enjoy..
Constructed in 1985 for the over 55's and situated just moments from the Locks Heath Centre with its selection of shops and amenities, the position of High Oaks House couldn't be better for those looking for independent living without the need of a car. There is a bus service running from just around the corner and for those needing to get further afield, Swanwick railway station is just a mile and a half away. 
Entering into the communal hallway via the security intercom system you will find stairs and a lift to all floors as well as the Managers office which is manned weekdays to deal with any enquiries. There is also a guest bedroom which can be hired by the night for visitors. A communal lounge offering tea and coffee making facilities is available for all residents to use and where various activities take place, also on the first floor there is a communal laundry room.

The entrance hall to the flat has a large built-in cupboard for storage, also housing the hot water heater, and doors lead off to the living room, bathroom and bedroom.  The living room has a full length window and door opening to a Juliet balcony with views to the rear over the communal gardens. An archway leads to the kitchen which has been refitted with a range of modern units, a built in oven and induction hob, the fridge/freezer and microwave are to remain.  The double bedroom has good storage with built in wardrobes to one wall.  The shower room has been refitted and has fitted storage and a vanity unit. 

Outside, the communal gardens are maintained for all to enjoy and there is parking to the front on a first come first served basis.  This well presented apartment is offered with no forward chain and is available for viewing immediately.  

Other Information:
This property is Leasehold with 117 years left of the 125 year lease dated 25/03/2016.  We are advised that the annual ground rent is £500 and is reviewed every 15 years.  The annual service charge is £2,529.

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