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For saleListed 96 days
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Securing this property with A lifetime leaseover 60s can secure this property with a home for life from homewise Through the Home for Life Plan from Homewise, those aged 60 or over can purchase a Lifetime Lease and a share of the property value to safeguard for the future.
The cost to purchase the Lifetime Lease is always less than the full market value. Over 60s customers typically save between from 20% to 50%*.
Home for Life Plan guide price for overs 60s: The Lifetime Lease price for this property is £330,500 based on an average saving of 33%.
Market Value Price: £500,000 The price you pay will vary according to your age, personal circumstances and requirements and will be adjusted to include any percentage of the property you wish to safeguard.
The plan allows customers to purchase a share of the property value (up to 50%) to safeguard for the future.
For an indication of what you could save, please use our calculator on the homewise website. Please call for more information or a personalised quote.
Please note: Homewise do not own this property and it is not exclusively for sale for the over-60s.
It is being marketed by Homewise as an example of a property that is currently for sale which could be purchased using a Home For Life Lifetime Lease.
If you are not over 60 or would like to purchase the property at the full market value of £500,000, please contact the estate agent Wards.
Property DESCRIPTIONBeautifully presented semi-detached house in a prime Whitstable location.
A spacious and thoughtfully presented three-bedroom semi-detached family house, ideally situated within walking distance of Whitstable railway station and the vibrant High Street, which offers an excellent selection of independent shops, cafés, and highly regarded restaurants.
Whitstable's popular pebble beach, picturesque harbour, local schools, and convenient bus routes are also within easy reach. The property offers well-proportioned accommodation throughout.
The ground floor comprises a lobby leading to a welcoming entrance hall with useful storage for coats and shoes.
A generous living room features double doors opening directly onto the rear garden, creating an excellent space for both relaxing and entertaining.
To the rear of the property, an extended kitchen/dining room provides a superb family hub, complete with by-fold doors that open onto the sunny garden.
Upstairs, the first floor offers three good-sized bedrooms, all benefiting from built-in wardrobes, together with a well-appointed family bathroom featuring both a separate shower enclosure and a bath.
Externally, the rear garden enjoys a sunny aspect and is mainly laid to lawn, complemented by a patio seating area ideal for outdoor dining and entertaining.
To the rear of the garden is a garage and a substantial workshop with power and lighting, making it perfect for home working, hobbies, or use as a studio.
The property is further enhanced by a block-paved driveway providing off-street parking for several vehicles, along with the added benefit of an EV charging point.
Room sizes: Hallway Lounge/Dining Area 24'6 x 12'8 (7.47m x 3.86m) Kitchen/Breakfast Room 21'3 x 9'9 (6.48m x 2.97m) Landing Bathroom/Shower Room Bedroom 1 12'2 x 11'9 (3.71m x 3.58m) Bedroom 2 11'5 x 11'4 (3.48m x 3.46m) Bedroom 3 8'9 x 8'0 (2.67m x 2.44m) Garage Driveway Rear Garden The information provided about this property does not constitute or form part of an offer or contract, nor may it be regarded as representations.
All interested parties must verify accuracy and your solicitor must verify tenure/lease information, fixtures & fittings and, where the property has been extended/converted, planning/building regulation consents.
All dimensions are approximate and quoted for guidance only as are floor plans which are not to scale and their accuracy cannot be confirmed.
Reference to appliances and/or services does not imply that they are necessarily in working order or fit for the purpose.
If buying to rent, please check if Local Authority licensing schemes apply before proceeding. Legal advice should be taken to verify fixtures/fittings, planning, alterations and/or lease details.
Appliances & services are untested, dimensions are approximate and floor plans are not to scale. We are pleased to offer our customers a range of additional services to help them with moving home.
None of these services are obligatory and you are free to use service providers of your choice.
Current regulations require all estate agents to inform their customers of the fees they earn for recommending third party services.
If you choose to use a service provider recommended by Homewise, details of all referral fees can be found at the link below.
If you decide to use any of our services, please be assured that this will not increase the fees you pay to our service providers, which remain as quoted directly to you.
Council Tax band: C Tenure: Freehold Suitable as a retirement home.
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