Alder Court Union Lane, Cambridge
- PROPERTY TYPE
Flat
- BEDROOMS
2
- BATHROOMS
1
- SIZE
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Key features
- Over 60's Retirement Flat
- Ready To Move In No Onward Chain
- Recently Redecorated
- Communal Lounge/Kitchen & Garden
- 24 Hour Emergency Call System and Security
- Secure Parking
Description
Discover the ease of retirement living in this beautifully redecorated two-bedroom flat, perfectly positioned within the sought-after Alder Court development. Designed exclusively for the over 60s, this ready-to-move-into home offers comfort, convenience and peace of mind—all just 1.5 miles from Cambridge City Centre.
Step into a spacious entrance hall, offering immediate access to the flat’s main living areas and generous storage including an airing cupboard. Safety is thoughtfully considered with emergency pull cords and a secure entry phone system, while communal areas include lift and stair access, a welcoming residents’ lounge, a guest suite, laundry room and communal parking. The light-filled lounge/diner boasts a charming feature fireplace, space for relaxing and entertaining and flows seamlessly into a well-equipped kitchen with electric cooker, new oven, room for appliances and plenty of fitted storage. Both double bedrooms are spacious and bright with front-facing double-glazed windows, electric heaters and emergency pull cords. The main bedroom includes built-in wardrobes for added storage. A recently updated modern shower room completes the interior, featuring a stylish glass-enclosed rainfall shower, vanity basin with storage, LED mirror and elegant floor-to-ceiling tiling.
Outside, residents enjoy well-maintained communal gardens with seating areas, perfect for peaceful afternoons or chats with neighbours. The gated entry and communal parking add to the practicality and safety of this well-kept development. Visitors have access to a guest suite booked through the House Manager for a small fee.
Alder Court is ideally located at the junction of Union Lane and Chesterton High Street, approximately 1.5 miles from Cambridge City Centre. Local shops and a hairdresser are just across the road and a bus stop outside the development provides regular services to the city centre, doctors’ surgeries and other amenities. Cambridge North Rail Station is also nearby, offering excellent transport links.
Entrance Hall
A spacious and welcoming hallway providing access to all principal rooms, with a built-in airing cupboard offering storage space, emergency pull cords, electric storage heater and carpeted flooring throughout.
Lounge/Diner
12'1" x 18'9" (3.70m x 5.73m)
A bright and airy open-plan living/dining area featuring a front-facing window, attractive fireplace with tiled hearth, emergency pull point and ample space for furnishings. Obscured glazed double doors lead through to the kitchen.
Kitchen
8'11" x 5'9" (2.74m x 1.76m)
Well-equipped and functional, the kitchen includes a range of matching wall and base units, laminate worktops, tiled splashbacks and a wall-mounted heater. Appliances include an electric cooker with extractor fan, fitted oven and space for a fridge and freezer. A double glazed window provides natural light.
Bedroom One
9'3" x 17'6" (2.82m x 5.34m)
A generous double bedroom with fitted wardrobe, electric storage heater, television and power points, emergency pull cord and a front-facing double glazed window.
Bedroom Two
11'6" x 9'5" (3.51m x 2.89m)
Also a well-sized double, this room offers flexibility for guests or use as a study/hobby room, with a front-facing double glazed window, carpeted flooring, electric heater and emergency pull cord.
Shower Room
Recently refurbished, the contemporary shower room features a stylish three-piece suite including a glass-enclosed shower with rainfall head, WC and wash basin with vanity unit. An LED touch-sensor mirror and full-height tiling complete the modern look.
Outside
Beautifully maintained communal gardens with lawns, mature trees and shrubs and a patio/seating area. Secure gated side access and residents' parking to the front of the building.
Agents Note
Council Tax Band: C
Local Authority: Cambridge City Council
Lease Length: 125 Years with 102 Years remaining
Service Charge: £4,583.24 Per Annum
Ground Rent: £77 Per Month
Ground Rent Review: 20 Years after 2045
Disclaimer
haart Estate Agents also offer a professional, ARLA accredited Lettings and Management Service. If you are considering renting your property in order to purchase, are looking at buy to let or would like a free review of your current portfolio then please call the Lettings Branch Manager on the number shown above.
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Brochures
Brochure 1- COUNCIL TAXA payment made to your local authority in order to pay for local services like schools, libraries, and refuse collection. The amount you pay depends on the value of the property.Read more about council Tax in our glossary page.
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- PARKINGDetails of how and where vehicles can be parked, and any associated costs.Read more about parking in our glossary page.
- Yes
- GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
- Yes
- ACCESSIBILITYHow a property has been adapted to meet the needs of vulnerable or disabled individuals.Read more about accessibility in our glossary page.
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