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Walter House, Rainsford Road, Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 2XJ

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PROPERTY TYPE

Apartment

BEDROOMS

2

BATHROOMS

1

SIZE

800 sq ft

74 sq m

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Key features

  • One & two-bedroom retirement apartments, exclusive to over-55s
  • Available to buy, rent, or via Shared Ownership
  • Residents' Club Lounge with TV, bar, library, darts and games table
  • Stunning Sky Lounge with panoramic views over Chelmsford
  • Well-maintained, low-maintenance communal gardens
  • Many apartments with private balconies
  • Friendly on-site House Manager and guest suite
  • 24/7 emergency call system, camera entry & intruder alarm
  • Lifts to all floors; well-behaved pets welcome
  • 15-min walk to city centre; station just 0.3 miles (London in 34 mins)

Description

Walter House is a stylish collection of one and two-bedroom retirement apartments in the heart of Chelmsford, Essex, exclusive to the over-55s. Thoughtfully designed to be low-maintenance and easy to live in, each home combines comfort with the latest safety and security features — and most homeowners enjoy cheaper bills too.
Residents enjoy an exceptional range of shared spaces, including a comfortable Club Lounge with a TV, bar, library, darts board and games table, and a stunning Sky Lounge offering incredible views across Chelmsford and beyond — the perfect setting for events, parties and social gatherings.

Beautifully maintained communal gardens provide a relaxing outdoor space with no upkeep, and a full calendar of activities, from garden parties to fish-and-chip Fridays, makes Walter House a warm and welcoming community. A friendly on-site House Manager, guest suite, lifts to all floors, 24/7 emergency call system and secure camera entry offer complete peace of mind.

The location is hard to beat: the historic city centre is just a 15-minute walk, with Chelmsford Cathedral, the theatre, a leisure centre, Admirals Park and the shopping centre all close by. Chelmsford station sits just 0.3 miles away, with regular trains reaching London Liverpool Street in only 34 minutes, and buses stopping directly outside. With flexible options to buy, rent or part-buy through Shared Ownership, Walter House offers a secure, sociable and comfortable retirement lifestyle. Well-behaved pets are welcome.

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Walter House, Rainsford Road, Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 2XJ

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With over 20 years of industry experience, our team brings deep market knowledge and strategic insight to every transaction. This foundation allows us to navigate the ever-evolving property landscape while delivering results that go beyond expectations.

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Whether you're a landlord, investor, buyer, or tenant, Flagstones is here to provide expert guidance and exceptional service at every stage of your property journey.

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