Forum Court, 80 Lord Street, Southport, PR8.
2 beds | 1 bath | 1 reception | £149,950 Having knowledge of the purchase price allows you to calculate the overall expense incurred in acquiring the property. Read our glossary page
- No Chain Delay
- Retirement Apartment
- Fifth Floor Overlooking Lord Street
- Prestigious Development
- House Managers, Residents' Lounge, Dining Room and Conservatory
- Centrally Heated and Double Glazed
- Lounge, Breakfast Kitchen, Two Bedrooms
- In the Heart of The Town Centre
Overlooking Lord Street. Purpose Built, 2 Bedroom Retirement flat . Prestigious Development. No Chain Delay.
Forum Court is a prestigious development of 'very sheltered' housing, and designed to enable retired buyers to retain their independence and live in their own homes as long as possible. This well-presented flat is situated on the fifth floor with fabulous views over Lord Street and the Southport Town Centre. The centrally heated and double glazed accommodation includes; a private entrance with walk-in store room and separate WW, lounge and breakfast kitchen with a range of built-in appliances, main bedroom with built-in wardrobes, a second double bedroom and a spacious bathroom. The facilities at Forum Court include a team of House Managers, House Keeping Assistants, a communal lounge, a conservatory, a dining room, and a guest suite. Car Parking is available on a first-come basis. An early viewing is recommended. No Chain Delay.
Communal Entrance
Entry phone system, House Managers office, Residents Lounge and Conservatory, stairs and lifts to all floors.Fifth Floor
Private Entrance Hall
Entry phone handset, entry phone control, linen cupboard.Lounge - 4.57m x 4.34m (15'0" x 14'3" overall measurements)
Double-glazed windows overlooking Lord Street, coving, wall light points, attractive fire surround. Emergency pull cord. Door leading to...Breakfast Kitchen - 3.45m x 2.57m (11'4" x 8'5")
Double-glazed window with single drainer one and a half bowl sink unit below, a range of base units with cupboards and drawers, wall cupboards, working surfaces. Mid-way wall tiling, four-ring ceramic hood with cooker hood above, 'Neff' one and a half electric oven, integrated fridge/freezer and washing machine. Wall mounted gas central heating boiler. Emergency pull cord.Bedroom 1 - 5.28m x 3.05m (17'4" x 10'0" overall measurements)
Double-glazed window, built-in wardrobes with mirrored sliding doors. Emergency pull cord.Bedroom 2 - 3.86m x 2.54m (12'8" x 8'4")
Double-glazed window. Emergency pull cord.Bathroom - 2.46m x 2.39m (8'1" x 7'10")
Low sided bath with electric shower above, pedestal wash hand basin, low level WC, half tiled walls, extractor, emergency pull cord.WC - 1.98m x 1.22m (6'6" x 4'0")
Low level WC, wash hand basin, half tiled walls and extractor. Emergency pull cord.Walk-in Store - 2.13m x 1.09m (7'0" x 3'7")
Outside
Communal gardens and car parking on a first-come-first-served basis.Service Charge
We understand that 'Retirement Security Limited' supervises the day-to-day running of the development and the current service charge is payable in the region of £674.36 per month, which is reviewed annually.Sheltered Housing
The concept of very sheltered housing is to enable retired people to maintain their independence and remain in their own homes as long as possible. All communal facilities and all the rooms in the flat are accessible to everyone including those using wheelchairs. The services offered at Forum Court are much greater than usually offered in sheltered housing; there is a team of duty managers, one of whom is always present on site, a team of house keeping assistances provide domestic assistance and 1 1/2 hours of domestic is included within the service charge each week. Additional assistance is available. Facilities at the development include; lounge, conservatory and dining room. A double guest suite with en suite shower room and bathroom is available at a cost of £55 per night for one person for £65 per night for two people and this includes a light breakfast. We understand the age restriction to be 60 years.Transfer Fee
We confirm that there will be a transfer fee payable to RSL (Retirement Security Ltd) each time an owner sells on, or transfers ownership of their dwelling. This is a transferred premium, the calculation of the transfer premium is based on when the transfer takes place as follows:
Up to one year from the first purchase or most recent transfer= 1% of the gross proceeds of sale.
Between years 1 and 2 from the first purchase or most recent transfer= 2% of the gross proceeds of sale.
For 2 years or more from the first purchase or most recent transfer= 3% of the gross proceeds of sale.
Tenure
Leasehold with a remaining Lease term of 125 years from 1st January 1995.Council Tax
Sefton MBC Band D.Council Tax A fee submitted to your local authority to cover expenses related to local amenities such as schools, libraries, and waste management. The payment amount is determined based on the property's value. Read our glossary page
Tenure Explains the various forms of property ownership, including freehold, leasehold, and commonhold, and how they determine your rights and responsibilities as a property owner. Read our glossary page :
Ground Rent A recurring payment issued by the tenant to the landlord or property management firm. Read our glossary page
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Annual Service Charge An estate's shared area expenses, such as building insurance, lighting, cleaning, and maintenance, are typically covered by a periodic payment that is commonly made on a yearly basis. Read our glossary page
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Length of Lease The duration of time you have acquired the leasehold, or the right to reside in a property. Read our glossary page
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