Additional Information
Here is a brilliant opportunity for local first time buyers to get a start on the property ladder. This exceptionally well presented 1 bedroom first floor flat with communal courtyard is available on an innovative "Homes For Holsworthy" scheme at 70% of its open market value. Great location within a few steps of Holsworthy's market square. EPC=D
THIS ACCOMMODATION COMPRISES (all measurements are approximate):-
ENTRANCE HALLWAY Fitted carpet. Opaque window to side. Shelved airing cupboard with hot water cylinder. Fuse box. Immersion switch and timer. Telephone point.
INNER HALL Dimplex electric heater. Intercom phone. Smoke detector. Window to side. Wood effect vinyl flooring leading to:
LOUNGE/KITCHEN 15'6" x 14'6" (4.72m x 4.42m). LOUNGE: Wood effect flooring and wood effect double glazed windows overlooking the courtyard to the side. Dimplex electric heaters. TV point. Telephone point.
KITCHEN: Grip covered floor. Matching white wall and base units. 1 1/2 bowl stainless steel sink. Tiled splashbacking. Plumbing for washing machine. Built-in illuminated extractor cooker hood. Opaque window to side. Space for tall fridge freezer. Smoke detector.
BEDROOM 10'6" x 9'2" (3.2m x 2.8m). 2 Double glazed windows overlooking the courtyard. Fitted carpet. Dimplex electric heater.
BATHROOM 8'1" x 5'8" (2.46m x 1.73m). White marble effect laminate flooring. Heated electric towel rail. Low level WC and hand wash basin with splashbacking. Bath with mains fed shower over. PVCu double glazed opaque window. "Manrose" extractor fan.
OUTSIDE Communal paved courtyard
SERVICES Mains water, electricity and drainage.
COUNCIL BAND Band 'A' (please note this council band may be subject to reassessment.
EPC RATING Rating D.
AGENTS NOTE The asking price of this property represents a 70% share of the open market value! If prospective purchasers have any queries, Pam Johns of the Holsworthy Community Property Trust Ltd, will be more than happy to answer these and she can be contacted on 01409 255902 or pam.johns@coodes.co.uk.
AGENTS NOTE 2 Prospective purchasers must fulfil the following:
1. "Housing Need" - where a person does not have available to him or her and cannot afford (personally or jointly with other members of his or her household) to acquire or rent a home suitable for his or her needs and the needs of their household at normal market values prevailing in the district.
2. "Local Requirement" - a) a minimum continuous residence by a prospective owner or occupier of 5 years in the Parish immediately prior to the offer date; or b) residence by a prospective owner or occupier in the Parish for 5 years within the 10 years preceding the offer date; or c) where one or both parents or guardians of a prospective owner or occupier have resided in the Parish for a minimum period of 10 years prior to the offer date; or d) where a prospective owner or occupier has had continuous employment in the Parish for the past 5 years prior to the offer date; or e) a key worker under a scheme approved by the Council.
If no prospective occupier meeting the Local Requirement wishes to occupy the Affordable Dwelling for sale within a period of 3 months from the date that the Affordable Dwelling for sale becomes available for occupation, the Council may permit an applicant from any parish within the District of Torridge to occupy the Affordable Dwelling for sale and should there still be no suitable prospective occupier after a further period of 3 months an occupier from any parish within the districts of North Cornwall, North Devon, West Devon, or Mid Devon may occupy the dwelling PROVIDED THAT during the said periods the Affordable Dwelling for sale shall have been continually marketed within the Parish of District, as appropriate, at a price not exceeding the Restricted Price AND PROVIDED FURTHER
MONTHLY CHARGE a monthly payment of £82.50 or £990.00 per annum is paid to cover the £150.00 per annum ground rent for each flat & the remainder for the insurance premium contribution and electricity costs of communal areas and any balance going into a "reserve fund".
Directions
The entrance gate leading to the flat can be found down the alleyway which leads to the old "Somerfield" car park. To the right of the "Bargain Buys" shop if you are looking at it, the gateway is to the left hand side with steps leading up to a shared courtyard and the flat number is clearly marked.