2 bed retirement property for sale in Inverleith

Forming part of a popular retirement development in sought-after Inverleith, this rarely available 2 bed first floor flat offers the perfect choice for those looking to retire or semi-retire, whilst still remaining in a well-connected area of the city, with excellent amenities easily accessible. Commanding an enviable gable setting boasting superb views over playing fields, the flat is presented in good decorative order throughout. The complex comes with private residents' parking (open-to-all spaces and designated bays), lift access and delightful shared garden grounds. Furthermore, there is a resident house manager, along with laundry facilities (including an outside drying area), a refuse chute on every floor, a recycling room and overnight visitors' accommodation. A large recently updated common room for socialising with neighbours is a popular venue with a programme of events, a small kitchen and a nearby toilet. There is also a 24-hour Careline alarm system with emergency pull cords in the flat's main accommodation areas, providing additional peace of mind. Please note that owner occupiers must be at least 60 years of age, or if owner occupiers are a couple, one must be 60 or over and the other at least 55 years of age. All residents must be capable of independent living and approved by interview. The property is factored by First Port at a current cost of approximately £3,600 per annum billed twice a year. According to the vendor this cost covers buildings insurance, communal lighting and electricity, stair cleaning, communal repairs (including a fund for future major repairs) and the 24-hour pull cord alarm system.