1 bedroom apartment for sale
Key information
Property description & features
- Tenure: Leasehold (116 years remaining)
- Extra care packages available
- Estate manager and staff on site 24 hours a day
- 24 hour emergency call system
- Residents Lounge and Guest suite available
- Part exchange available
- On site Bistro
- Within 100 yards of Urmston Shopping Centre
- Energy efficient
- Approximately 350 yards to Urmston Train Station
This charming apartment boasts 1 reception room, 1 bedroom, and 1 bathroom, making it the perfect space for comfortable living. Situated in a retirement community for over 70s, this property offers a peaceful and secure environment. The highlight of this apartment is the large private roof terrace, ideal for enjoying the fresh air and beautiful views. Don't miss the opportunity to make this your new home!
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 that can assist with service charges or living costs.
• 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.
Summary - Oakfield Court, developed by McCarthy & Stone, is designed specifically for assisted retirement living for those aged 70 and over. The development offers 51 thoughtfully designed one and two-bedroom apartments, each featuring enhancements to make daily life more comfortable. These include modern kitchens with waist-height ovens to reduce bending, walk-in showers for convenience, easy-to-use lever taps, and slip-resistant flooring for added safety.
Beyond the privacy of your own apartment, Oakfield Court encourages an active and social lifestyle. Homeowners can visit the communal lounge at their leisure, a welcoming space ideal for catching up with friends or participating in the various activities organized by both residents and the Estate Management team. It's also a perfect venue for hosting friends and family for special occasions.
Our on-site bistro restaurant is open daily from 10am to 4pm, offering freshly prepared, nutritious meals at affordable prices. We also accommodate special dietary needs, ensuring a delicious dining experience for homeowners and their guests.
Additional amenities include beautifully landscaped gardens and a comfortable guest suite available for visiting family or friends (additional charges apply). For added peace of mind, Oakfield Court is equipped with an on-site Estate Manager and a 24-hour emergency call system, with personal pendants and call points in each room to ensure help is always at hand.
Local Area - Nestled on Crofts Bank Road in the charming suburb of Urmston, Greater Manchester, Oakfield Court offers the perfect blend of convenience and community. This prime location, right next to Golden Hill Park, is ideal for those looking for a relaxed yet vibrant lifestyle. Everything you need is just moments away!
The Eden Shopping Centre, only a 3-minute stroll from Oakfield Court, has a fantastic range of shops, including a Sainsbury’s supermarket and a local library. Crofts Bank Road is lined with high street shops, banks, and a pharmacy, ensuring that daily errands are a breeze. For even more shopping and dining options, the Trafford Centre – with its range of shops, restaurants, and leisure facilities – is only a quick 10-minute drive away.
Transportation couldn’t be easier, with a bus stop just outside the development and the Urmston Train Station a short 5-minute walk away, linking you to Manchester and beyond. The town centre is also a 5-minute walk from Oakfield Court, bustling with a variety of restaurants, cafés, and bars, perfect for socialising or grabbing a bite. And for a cosy night out, a friendly local pub is just a 2-minute walk from your doorstep.
With its ideal location and Urmston’s recent transformation into one of Greater Manchester’s most desirable areas, Oakfield Court is an exceptional choice for retirement living that truly offers it all.
Entrance Hall - The front door, fitted with a spy hole for added security, opens into the entrance hall, where you'll find the 24-hour Tunstall emergency response pull cord system. The hallway also provides access to a spacious walk-in storage/airing cupboard. Key safety features include illuminated light switches, a smoke detector, and an apartment security door entry system with intercom. Another emergency pull cord is conveniently located in the hall. From here, doors lead to the lounge, bedroom, and shower room.
Lounge - This spacious lounge offers plenty of room for dining and features dual-aspect windows, filling the space with natural light. A wall-mounted TV is included with the sale, along with TV and telephone points, ceiling light, fitted carpet, and raised electric power sockets. Partially glazed double doors lead to a separate kitchen.
Private Roof Terrace - Featuring an expansive private roof terrace with views of the grounds, this apartment offers an exceptional amount of outdoor space.
Kitchen - Fully fitted kitchen with a range of modern low and eye level units and drawers with work surface. Stainless steel sink with mono lever tap, drainer and electrically operated window above. Built-in waist height oven, ceramic hob with extractor hood and fitted integrated fridge, freezer and under pelmet lighting.
Bedroom - Spacious double bedroom with a rear-facing window, providing natural light. This room also includes a walk-in wardrobe with ample rails and shelving, along with a TV and telephone point, ceiling light, fitted carpet, and raised electric power sockets. Furniture is included in the sale.
Shower Room - Fully tiled and fitted with suite comprising of level access shower. Low level WC, vanity unit with wash basin and mirror above. Shaving point, electric heater and extractor fan. Heated towel rail, mirrored cabinet. Chrome accessories.
Service Charge - • Cleaning of communal windows
• Water rates for communal areas and apartments
• Electricity, heating, lighting and power to communal areas
• Window Cleaning (outside only)
• 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
• On-site Estate Manager
• Half an hour of domestic support per week is included in the service charge
• Running of the on-site restaurant
• Intruder alarm system
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 Estates Manager.
Service charge: £8,286.10 per annum (per financial year end 30/09/2025).
Car Parking Permit Scheme-Subject To Availability - Parking is by allocated space subject to availability. The fee is £250 per annum, permits are available on a first come, first served basis. Please check with the Estate Manager on site for availability.
Leasehold Information - Lease Length: 125 years from 2015
Ground rent: £510 per annum
Ground rent review: Jun-30
Managed by: Your Life Management Services
It is a condition of purchase that residents must meet the age of 70 years and over.
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