Flat for sale in Billingsmoor Lane, Poundbury, Dorchester DT1

Offered with no onward chain, this property is a shared ownership home, where you own 65% of the property and 35% is rented from Aster Housing Association. The price advertsided represents 65% of the value. The property is a first floor, purpose-built apartment, in a favourable location within the sought after area of Poundbury. Accommodation comprises an open-plan sitting room/kitchen, two bedrooms and bathroom. In addition, the home enjoys several 'Juliet' balconies and a right to park in allocated space. EPC rating B.

Situation

Poundbury is an urban development of the County Town of Dorchester and is King Charles III vision of the development of new communities in the 21st century. It is designed to be a sustainable development where it is possible to meet a higher proportion of daily needs on foot, rather than relying upon a car. Within walking distance to the property there is a plethora of amenities including Waitrose, The Duchess of Cornwall Hotel and Restaurant and an ever-growing range of bistros, coffee shops, beauty salons, shops, hairdressers, dentists, medical centre, garden centre and the highly regarded Damers First School. The Great Field is a short walk away and offers a wonderful open space. A Monart luxury spa is situated within the Royal Pavilion, Queen Mother Square and the Dorset County Hospital is also nearby.

Accommodation

Entrance

Entrance is gained via a wooden door that takes you through to the communal area. A set of stairs rise to the first floor where the apartment is located. From there a door provides access to the apartments' hallway where a storage cupboard can be located.

Open-Plan Sitting Room/Kitchen (5.36m x 4.52m max (17'07" x 14'10" max))

The good size, open-plan sitting room/kitchen receives plentiful natural light via a dual aspect, and the kitchen area is fitted with a range of wall and base level units with worksurfaces over and tiled splashback. Integral appliances include a four-ring gas hob, dishwasher and oven with further space provided for additional appliances.

Bedrooms

There are two bedrooms at the property, both benefit from a 'Juliet' balcony allowing natural light into the room, with bedroom one further benefitting from fitted wardrobes.

Bedroom One (3.38m x 3.05m max (11'01" x 10'00" max))

Bedroom Two (3.53m x 1.93m max (11'07" x 6'04" max))

Bathroom (2.64m x 1.85m (8'08" x 6'01" ))

The bathroom is fitted with a white suite comprsing of an enclosed bath, WC and wash hand basin with vanity storage above.

Agents Notes

Please note the property is shared ownership and being sold at 65% of the market value. The remaining 35% is rented from Aster Housing Association.
Lease length - 125 years from 1 January 2010.
There is a monthly rent charge of £224.93 as of 2024.
There is a monthly service charge of £166.89 as of 2024.
Any interested parties will be contacted by Aster Housing Group who will advise the application process.
There is an annual Manco charge with charges varying between £210 and £300 dependent upon location.
For further information on Poundbury including covenants and stipulations, please visit

Please note the pictures listed were taken last year.

Flood Risk

Surface water – low risk.

Rivers and the sea – low risk.

Services

Mains electricity, water and drainage are connected. Gas fired central heating.

Local Authorities

Dorset Council
County Hall
Colliton Park
Dorchester
Dorset
DT1 1XJ

Tel: We are advised that the council tax band is B.

Viewings

Strictly by appointment only via sole agents
Parkers Property Consultants & Valuers.