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2 bedroom flat for sale

Bailey Court, New Writtle Street, Chelmsford
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Retirement
Flat
2 beds
1 bath
624 sq ft / 58 sq m
EPC rating: C
Added < 14 days

Key information

TenureLeasehold | 114 yrs left
Ground rent£495 per annum | review period: 15 yrs
Service charge£5,078.21 per annum
Council tax, if payableBand E

Features and description

  • Tenure: Leasehold (114 years remaining)
  • Homeowners Lounge
  • Guest Suite
  • House Manager
  • Landscape Gardens
  • Laundry Room
  • 24 hour emegency call system
  • Ground Floor
  • Pet Friendly
  • Energy Efficient

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A STUNNING two bedroomed ground floor retirement apartment. Located on the GROUND FLOOR, this wonderful apartment boasts views of the CRICKET GROUND and access to a PATIO AREA.

Bailey Court - Bailey Court is a development of 50 one and two bedroom apartments, located with the River Can and River Chelmer just half a mile away. There are many stunning places and parks to visit in Chelmsford including Hylands House which has been restored to its former beauty.

Bailey Court has a House Manager on hand to manage the day to day running of the development and attend to any queries you may have. There are communal area's, including the homeowners lounge and well maintained communal gardens which provide superb space for socialising with friends, family and neighbours. There is a guest suite so you can friends and family stay over - without having to go to any extra effort.

Everything Close To Hand - The development is perfectly situated and is in a short flat walk to the bustling High Street and shopping centres. There are two main shopping malls in Chelmsford, High Chelmer and The Meadows. Both catering for your everyday needs, housing supermarkets, pharmacies, opticians and hair dressers along with High Street Brands. In addition, bespoke boutiques and a plethora of eateries can be found along the river, to enjoy at your leisure.

Apartment Overview - A wonderfully presented ground floor two bedroomed apartment. Dual aspect lounge offers views of the cricket ground and direct access to a quiet patio area.

Entrance Hall - Front door with spy hole leads to the large entrance hall - the 24-hour Tunstall emergency response pull cord system is situated in the hall. From the hallway there is a door to a walk-in storage cupboard/airing cupboard. Illuminated light switches, smoke detector, apartment security door entry system with intercom and emergency pull cord located in the hall. Doors leading to the lounge, bedrooms and shower room.

Lounge - The bright and airy lounge with ample space for dining and two doors that open out onto patio area, one of which looks out onto the cricket pitch. TV and telephone points, two ceiling lights, raised electric sockets. Part glazed double door leading to the separate kitchen.

Kitchen - Fully fitted modern kitchen with a range of base and wall units and drawers with roll top work surfaces above. Stainless steel sink with mono block lever tap and draining board sits below the window. Built in mid height electric oven and four ring electric ceramic hob with chimney extractor hood and glass splashback. Under counter lighting, free-standing fridge, freezer and washing machine.

Bedroom One - Spacious master bedroom with large window which allows a lot of natural light in. Ceiling light, TV and phone point and raised electric sockets.

Bedroom Two - Generous second bedroom with window, which could be used for dining or study / hobby room. Built in mirror wardrobe with mirror fronted sliding doors. Ceiling light and raised electric sockets.

Shower Room - Fully tiled and fitted with suite comprising of large walk in shower with glass screen and support rail, WC, vanity unit with sink and mirror above, heated towel rail, spots lights and emergency pull cord.

Car Parking - 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 House Manager on site for availability.

Leasehold - Lease length: 125 years from 2013
Ground Rent: £495 per annum
It is a condition of purchase that residents must meet the age requirement of 60 years or over.

Service Charge Breakdown - • Underfloor heating in the apartment is included within the service charge
• Water rates for communal areas and apartments
• 24 hour emergency call system
• Onsite house manager, during working hours
• Cleaning of communal windows
• Electricity, heating, lighting and power to communal areas
• 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.

Service charge is £5,078.16 per annum (for financial year ending 31/03/2025).
Ask about our FREE ENTITLEMENTS SERVICE to find out what benefits you may be entitled to to support you with service charges and living costs.
(Often offset by Government Entitlements e.g. Attendance Allowance £3,500-£5,200pa).

Additional Services - • Superfast Fibre Broadband available
• 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 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.

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McCarthy Stone - Resales
McCarthy Stone - Resales
4th Floor, 100 Holdenhurst Road Bournemouth BH8 8AQ
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Let our experience enhance your experience of later life. We've been building outstanding apartments in prime locations for 40 years to suit all lifestyles and stages of retirement. All our properties are designed to make living easier and are built to high standards - just two of the reasons we've been awarded the 5-star rating for customer satisfaction in an independent survey by the Home Builders Federation every year since the awards began.  
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