1 bed Flat For Sale £147,000
First floor flat perfect for first time and investment buyers in quiet location adjacent to Hampson Park and approximately 1.5 miles from the town centre, mainline railway station and Fairlands Valley Park.
Hall
Smart meter and fuse box cupboard. Oak style laminate flooring. Radiator. Doors to open plan lounge/kitchen and bathroom.
Lounge
Storage alcove/bookcase with shelving. Continuation of oak style laminate flooring. Inset ceiling downlights. Internet and power points. Radiator. Full height wide window to rear with obscured glass to bottom and offering south facing views across town. Open to bedroom.
Kitchen
Wood style wall and base units. Granite style laminate worktops with breakfast bar and stone tiled splashbacks. Inset sink and drainer. Integrated oven, grill and hob with extractor hood over. Under counter space and plumbing for fridge/freezer and washing machine. Worcester combi boiler (regularly serviced). Continuation of oak style laminate flooring. Inset ceiling downlights. Power points. Window to rear.
Bedroom
Space for double bed and bedroom furniture. Storage alcove/wardrobe with two hanging rails. Continuation of oak style laminate flooring. Inset ceiling downlights. Power points. Radiator. Window to front.
Bathroom
White and chrome suite including wc, sink and bath with power shower over and glass screen. Chrome heated towel rail. White fully tiled walls and grey slate style tiled flooring. Inset ceiling downlights. Obscured window to front.
Communal hall & storage
Communal hallway shared with just one other flat. Substantial private storage cupboard with shelving and lighting. Security lighting. Stairs to first floor.
Outside
Regularly maintained communal gardens with covered patio, clothes drying area, lawns, shrubs and planting. Hampson Park is just over the road, with sports facilities, community centre and plenty of greenspace. Fairlands Valley Park is 1.5 miles away.
Parking
Parking area with ample spaces, tucked away from the main road.
Refurbishment works
This property is currently undergoing an extensive schedule of refurbishment works to communal areas, including electrics, fascias, paving, roofing, door entry system, drainage, guttering, etc.
The current owner will be responsible for the costs, quoted at £15,000-£20,000, with no cost then due to the buyer. The new owner will benefit from a much-improved communal space and Stevenage Borough Council estimates a reduction in future repair costs and service charges.
Leasehold & service charge
The current owner pays £190 per quarter (approximately £63.30 per month) to Stevenage Borough Council, covering ground rent, buildings insurance, caretaking and cleaning, electricity, gardening, repairs, window cleaning, and management fee.
The lease term expires in October 2121 (100 years remaining).
Council Tax Band A (£1218.51 per year). There is a single occupancy discount of 25%.
Owner’s opinion
I purchased the flat five years ago as my first home and have loved this cosy and compact haven from the moment I viewed. You really get your money’s worth with this place, both in property and in the lower bills from being in a home that’s quick to heat and cheap to run. The neighbours are all friendly, the location is ideal for getting into town and it’s off the main road with no car noise or passing traffic. Plus, the giant window is great for watching sunsets!
Hall
Smart meter and fuse box cupboard. Oak style laminate flooring. Radiator. Doors to open plan lounge/kitchen and bathroom.
Lounge
Storage alcove/bookcase with shelving. Continuation of oak style laminate flooring. Inset ceiling downlights. Internet and power points. Radiator. Full height wide window to rear with obscured glass to bottom and offering south facing views across town. Open to bedroom.
Kitchen
Wood style wall and base units. Granite style laminate worktops with breakfast bar and stone tiled splashbacks. Inset sink and drainer. Integrated oven, grill and hob with extractor hood over. Under counter space and plumbing for fridge/freezer and washing machine. Worcester combi boiler (regularly serviced). Continuation of oak style laminate flooring. Inset ceiling downlights. Power points. Window to rear.
Bedroom
Space for double bed and bedroom furniture. Storage alcove/wardrobe with two hanging rails. Continuation of oak style laminate flooring. Inset ceiling downlights. Power points. Radiator. Window to front.
Bathroom
White and chrome suite including wc, sink and bath with power shower over and glass screen. Chrome heated towel rail. White fully tiled walls and grey slate style tiled flooring. Inset ceiling downlights. Obscured window to front.
Communal hall & storage
Communal hallway shared with just one other flat. Substantial private storage cupboard with shelving and lighting. Security lighting. Stairs to first floor.
Outside
Regularly maintained communal gardens with covered patio, clothes drying area, lawns, shrubs and planting. Hampson Park is just over the road, with sports facilities, community centre and plenty of greenspace. Fairlands Valley Park is 1.5 miles away.
Parking
Parking area with ample spaces, tucked away from the main road.
Refurbishment works
This property is currently undergoing an extensive schedule of refurbishment works to communal areas, including electrics, fascias, paving, roofing, door entry system, drainage, guttering, etc.
The current owner will be responsible for the costs, quoted at £15,000-£20,000, with no cost then due to the buyer. The new owner will benefit from a much-improved communal space and Stevenage Borough Council estimates a reduction in future repair costs and service charges.
Leasehold & service charge
The current owner pays £190 per quarter (approximately £63.30 per month) to Stevenage Borough Council, covering ground rent, buildings insurance, caretaking and cleaning, electricity, gardening, repairs, window cleaning, and management fee.
The lease term expires in October 2121 (100 years remaining).
Council Tax Band A (£1218.51 per year). There is a single occupancy discount of 25%.
Owner’s opinion
I purchased the flat five years ago as my first home and have loved this cosy and compact haven from the moment I viewed. You really get your money’s worth with this place, both in property and in the lower bills from being in a home that’s quick to heat and cheap to run. The neighbours are all friendly, the location is ideal for getting into town and it’s off the main road with no car noise or passing traffic. Plus, the giant window is great for watching sunsets!
