2 bed property for sale

The Lawns, Stevenage SG2

Summary

Being sold via Secure Sale online bidding. Terms & Conditions apply. Starting Bid 175,000

Offered Chain Free and positioned within the highly desirable retirement development at The Lawns, this spacious ground floor retirement property in the Poplar's area of Stevenage presents a perfect opportunity for downsizers or purchasers seeking a low-maintenance, independent lifestyle with community support and convenient access to local amenities.

Set within a peaceful, well-maintained development built specifically for the over 60's, the property enjoys its own private ground floor entrance with porch and handy outdoor storage cupboard.

As you enter the property, the accommodation flows comfortably from the generous lounge/dining room into a conservatory which overlooks and opens onto the well-tended communal gardens, the fitted kitchen is practical and accessible, while the shower room and bedrooms are thoughtfully arranged to maximise space and provide comfortable, easy-living essentials.

Residents of The Lawns benefit from a range of on-site facilities designed with comfort and peace of mind in mind, including communal gardens, guest suite and laundry room, and an emergency pull-cord service, offering reassurance and support while maintaining independence. Allocated off-street parking is provided, and the development is conveniently situated within easy walking distance of local shops, a supermarket, pharmacy, transport links and community amenities -all enhancing the lifestyle appeal of this lovely retirement residence.

General Information - Lease term - 999 years from 1985
Service charge 230.10 approx. Per month
Includes building insurance, part-time Estates Manager, and a 24-hour monitored emergency pull cord system. Residents also benefit from access to a convenient on-site laundry room, a guest suite for visiting family and friends, and external window cleaning services.

For sale through Pattinson Auction under Conditional Terms.
Council Tax Band: B
Tenure: Leasehold
Length of Lease: 959
Annual Service Charge Amount: 2,761.00

Auctioneers Additional Comments

Pattinson Auction are referred to as The Auctioneer. This auction lot is being sold by either conditional (Modern) or unconditional (Traditional) auction terms and overseen by The Auctioneer. The method of auction sale and the applicable terms and conditions are found on the lot page of this property on The Auctioneers website. The property is available to view strictly by appointment only via any Marketing Agent or The Auctioneer. Please be aware that any enquiry, bid or viewing of the subject property will require your details to be shared between any marketing agent and The Auctioneer so that matters can be dealt with effectively. The property is being sold via a transparent online auction. To submit a bid, all bidders must adhere to a verification of identity process in line with Anti Money Laundering procedures. Bids can be submitted at any time and from anywhere.

Auctioneers Additional Comments

The advertised price is commonly referred to as a Starting Bid or Guide Price and is accompanied by a Reserve Price. The Reserve Price is confidential to the seller and The Auctioneer and will typically be within a range above or below 10% of the Guide Price or Starting Bid. These prices are subject to change. An auction can be closed at any time, with The Auctioneer permitting the property (the lot) to be sold prior to the end of the auction. A Legal Pack associated with this property is available to view upon request and contains details relevant to the legal documentation, enabling all interested parties to make an informed decision prior to bidding. The Legal Pack will also outline the buyers obligations and sellers commitments. It is strongly advised that you seek the counsel of a solicitor prior to proceeding with any property and/or Land Title purchase.

Auctioneers Additional Comments

In order to secure the property and ensure commitment from the seller, upon exchange of contracts the successful bidder will be expected to pay a non-refundable deposit equivalent to 5% of the purchase price. The deposit will form part of the purchase price. A non-refundable reservation fee of up to 6% inc VAT (subject to a minimum fee which could be up to 7,200 inc VAT) is also payable upon agreement of sale. The Reservation Fee is in addition to the agreed purchase price, and consideration should be given by the purchaser to any Stamp Duty Land Tax liability associated with the overall purchase costs. Both the Marketing Agent and The Auctioneer may consider it necessary or beneficial to pass customer details to third-party service suppliers, from whom a referral fee may be received. There is no requirement or obligation to use any recommended suppliers or services.