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See how verdicts work1-bedroom flat · CT7 9EL
For saleListed 118 days
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About
The Property Positioned on the second floor and accessed via a lift or stairs, this bright and spacious apartment offers comfortable and independent living within a welcoming retirement community.
The accommodation comprises a generous lounge/dining room with ample space for both seating and dining furniture.
A fitted kitchen with electric oven, electric hob, fridge, freezer and a range of storage cupboards. A spacious double bedroom and a modern shower room.
The apartment benefits from electric heating throughout with recently fitted electric radiators, 24 hour emergency pull-cord assistance, secure entry system and useful internal storage.
Homebirch House is a highly regarded retirement development offering residents a range of communal facilities including a residents' lounge, laundry room, lift access to both floors and beautifully maintained communal gardens.
A resident House Manager is available during weekday working hours, providing additional peace of mind.
The service charge covers the maintenance and upkeep of the communal areas, building insurance, Water rates, lift servicing, communal facilities and the services of the House Manager.
This property would make an excellent purchase for those seeking a secure, low-maintenance home in a convenient central Birchington location.
Location Homebirch House occupies a convenient position within Birchington, offering easy access to a range of shops, cafés, supermarkets, bus routes and the mainline railway station.
The popular Minnis Bay seafront is also within easy reach, making this an excellent location for retirement living.
Accommodation Entrance Hall Spacious Lounge/Dining Room Fitted Kitchen Double Bedroom Shower Room Large Storage Cupboard Lease & Charges Tenure: Leasehold Lease: Extended lease with approximately 120 years remaining, expiring in 2146.
Service Charge: Approximately £4,000 per annum Ground Rent: Approximately £500 per annum Council Tax Band: B Important Information on Anti-Money Laundering Check We are required by law to conduct Anti-Money Laundering checks on all parties involved in the sale or purchase of a property.
We take the responsibility of this seriously in line with hmrc guidance in ensuring the accuracy and continuous monitoring of these checks.
Our compliance partner, Move Butler, will carry out the initial checks on our behalf.
They will contact you and where possible, a biometric check will be sent to you electronically only once your offer has been accepted.
As an applicant, you will be charged a non-refundable fee of £30 (inclusive of VAT) per buyer for these checks. The fee covers data collection, manual checking, and monitoring.
You will need to pay this amount directly to Move Butler and complete all Anti-Money Laundering checks before your offer can be formally accepted.
You will also be required to provide evidence of how you intend to finance your purchase before formal acceptance of any offer. Please quote reference FR17936
Value & comps
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Returns
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