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Front
Lounge
Lounge

2 bedroom apartment

Retirement
Chain-free
Sold STC
Save
Apartment
2 bed
1 bath
EPC rating: B*
645 sq ft / 60 sq m

Key information

Tenure: Ask agent
Council tax, if payable: Ask agent
Broadband: Basic 18Mbps *
Mobile signal: 
EE O2 Three Vodafone
Water: Ask agent
Heating: Ask agent
Electricity: Ask agent
Sewerage: Ask agent
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Property description & features

  • OVER 55'S DEVELOPMENT
  • UPPER GROUND FLOOR LEASEHOLD APARTMENT
  • VERY WELL PRESENTED
  • TWO DOUBLE BEDROOMS
  • ELECTRIC STORAGE HEATING & UPVC DOUBLE GLAZING
  • HIGHLY SOUGHT AFTER SUBURB OF STONEYGATE
  • NO UPWARD SALES CHAIN
  • ON SITE SERVICES TO INCLUDE LAUNDRY SERVICES & HAIRDRESSERS
  • BEAUTIFULLY MAINTAINED COMMUNAL GARDENS
  • VISITOR CAR PARKING
Offered to the market with no upward chain is this upper ground floor apartment located at Hendon Grange, which is an over 55's retirement complex. The accommodation comprises of: Entrance hallway, lounge/diner, fitted kitchen, two bedrooms and bathroom. In 2021 the current occupier had new carpets fitted, new Led light fittings, new storage heaters, a new water cylinder, new curtain poles, new curtains and was freshly redecorated throughout.

A strong sense of community is felt at Hendon Grange with day and evening events put on for the community whilst the residents enjoy the privacy of their own self-contained flats with the added benefit of well maintained communal grounds.

Location - Hendon Grange occupies a delightful setting within the mature grounds located just off the A6 London Road within the highly desirable leafy suburb of Stoneygate, approximately one mile south of the city centre. Fashionable shopping parades are within easy reach on Allandale Road and Francis Street and with more comprehensive shopping and supermarket facilities in Oadby and the city centre. Bus services run along London Road and for the commuter the nearby ring road provides access to junction 21 of the M1 and Leicester has rail links to London St Pancras.

Viewings - All viewings should be arranged through Andrew Granger & Company, please contact our office on[use Contact Agent Button].

Accommodation In Detail - With the benefit of electric heating, Upvc double glazed windows, and a 24 hour emergency Careline system, the very well presented accommodation comprises:

Ground Floor -

Communal Entrance Lobby - Lift & stairs to all floors, access to communal areas, noticeboard.

Entrance Hallway - Entrance door, security intercom, large built in storage cupboard, fitted carpet (fitted in 2021). Airing cupboard with insulated hot water cylinder (installed in 2021), electric storage heater (Installed in 2021). ) Doors to lounge/diner, two bedrooms and bathroom.

Lounge/Diner - 5.203 x 3.124 (17'0" x 10'2") - A bright and airy lounge/diner with double glazed window to the rear aspect overlooking the communal garden with a Juliet balcony, coving to ceiling, feature electric fire with wooden surround, electric storage heater (installed 2021) with open access to fitted kitchen.

Fitted Kitchen - 3.120 x 2.334 (10'2" x 7'7") - Fitted with a range of cream coloured wall and base level units with complementing worktops incorporating a stainless steel mixer tap sink unit with drainer & taps, four ring electric hob with extractor hood over, eye level integrated oven, space for additional appliances, tiled splashback and vinyl flooring.

Bedroom One - 4.543 x 2.746 (14'10" x 9'0") - A generous sized bedroom with Upvc double glazed window to rear aspect, built-in double wardrobe with sliding mirrored doors, ample space for free standing furniture and fitted carpet (fitted 2021), electric storage heater (installed 2021).

Bedroom Two - 3.362 x 2.058 (11'0" x 6'9") - Upvc double glazed window to rear aspect, fitted carpet (fitted 2021), electric heater.

Bathroom - Fitted with a three piece suite comprising of bath with tap having shower attachment, wash hand basin pedestal and low flush W.C. Wall mounted heater, wall mounted mirror with light & shaving point, extractor fan, tiled splashbacks, coving to ceiling.

Outside - Beautifully maintained communal grounds and visitor car parking.

Communal Facilities - Facilities at Hendon Grange include a residence lounge, communal laundry room with washer, dryer and iron, a house manager can be contacted from various points within the apartment in case of emergency. When the manager is off duty there is a 24 hour emergency care line response system. There is also a hairdressing / chiropody salon, guest suites, lift to all floors, communal gardens and visitor parking.

Tenure - The tenure is leasehold, with a restriction that the occupier shall be over the age of 55, except for his/her spouse who must be over the age of 50. The lease has a term of 125 years with 91 years remaining as of March 2023. A current service charge of £3,238.00 together with an annual ground rent of £250.00.

Money Laundering - To comply with The Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing and Transfer of Funds Regulations 2017 any successful purchaser/purchasers will be asked to provide proof of identity and we will therefore need to take copies of a passport/photo driving licence and a recent utility bill (not more than three months old). We will need this information before Solicitors are instructed.

Appraisals & Surveys - If you have a house to sell then we offer a free valuation, without obligation.

Andrew Granger & Co undertake all types of Valuations including R.I.C.S. Homebuyer Survey and Valuation Reports, Valuations for probate, capital gains and inheritance tax purposes and Insurance Valuations. For further information contact our Surveying Department on[use Contact Agent Button].

Energy Performance Rating - B -

Council Tax Banding - D -

Stamp Duty From 23rd September 2022 - Normal Rate
Up to £250,000 - 0%
£250,001 to £925,000 - 5%
£925,001 to £1.5 million - 10%
Over £1.5 million - 12%

First Time Buyers
UP to £425,000 - 0%
£425,001 to £625,000 - 5%
Homes above £625,000 - Normal rates apply

You usually pay 3% on top of these rates if you own another residential property. It is recommended buyers check Stamp Duty rates for their particular situation on the government website:

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    Broadband availability and predicted speed: obtained from Ofcom on January 21, 2023

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