Coming soon: retirement property for sale in Southend-on-Sea, Essex
Call 0800 201 4811 or sign up for updates to find out more about these superb new coastal retirement apartments for the over 60s within walking distance of the seafront.
This gorgeous Retirement Living development will be just a 20 minute walk from the sandy beaches of Southend with its famous pier. The site is also close to range of amenities including supermarkets, eateries, a doctor's surgery and a post office. It is convenient for transport links too, with a bus stop on the doorstep and Southend Victoria train station nearby making it easy to explore the surrounding areas.
Easy independent living for the over 60s
These retirement properties for sale in Southend-on-Sea will offer one or two bedroom retirement apartments for sale as well as part, buy, part rent. Created with easy living in mind, many have patios and balconies and all benefit from access to attractive communal spaces. These include an elegant lounge with free Wi-Fi and pretty landscaped gardens that are looked after for you. At our vibrant retirement communities, our shared facilities soon become filled with lively clubs, events and parties.
Secure, energy efficient and cost saving
People usually enjoy cheaper living costs when they downsize to a warm and energy-efficient McCarthy Stone retirement home and it will come with the latest safety and security features built in as well. There’ll be a caring on-site manager to keep the development running smoothly, as well as a hotel-style guest suite to make it simple for people to stay overnight. Secure parking is available and pets are welcome too.
These retirement homes in Southend-on-Sea offer
- Fully fitted kitchens with integrated appliances
- Master bedrooms with walk in wardrobes or fitted wardrobes as standard
- Sky Q connection point in the living room
- 24-hour emergency call system, fire detection and door camera entry, so you can see who it is before answering the door.
Development Highlights
- Retirement properties for sale in Southend-on-Sea, Essex, close to the coast with excellent transport links to the surrounding areas.
- Conveniently situated near to amenities including supermarkets, eateries, a doctor’s surgery and post office
- Stress-free independent living in attractive low maintenance retirement apartments for the over 60s
- Pretty landscaped gardens with seating for socialising and relaxing in warmer weather
- Welcoming communal lounge for parties, events and meet ups with friends and neighbours
- Manager on-site during office hours to help keep everything running smoothly.
Key Features
- House Manager
- Landscaped gardens
- Communal lounge
- Guest suite
- Lifts to all floors
- Pets allowed
- 24/7 call system
- Camera entry system
- Wheelchair access
Retirement Living at McCarthy Stone
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Occupancy options
- Communal area costs inc. electricity, heating and lighting
- Future maintenance fund
- Water and sewage (communal areas and apartments)
- Maintenance of building and gardens
- Emergency call system
- Building insurance
- Active social calendar of events and exclusive discounts
- Dedicated on-site team
What's not included?
- Electricity, heating and lighting (apartments)
- Phone / broadband
- Council Tax
- TV licence / TV service
- Home and contents insurance
What is an Assured Tenancy?
Assured Tenancy means that you agree to rent the property for a minimum term of 12 months, but after that you can leave at any time as long as you give two months written notice. We can’t ask you to leave unless you have broken the terms of the agreement.
I want to rent. What checks do you carry out and what do I need to prepare?
We’ll ask you to complete a Rental Application Pack and an Income and Expenditure form to get the information we need to do standard background checks. You’ll be asked for proof of income, savings and/or pensions, along with copies of your last three months’ bank statements. You’ll be asked to provide identification documentation that complies with the latest Government Right to Rent regulations – our sales consultants will talk you through what you need.
Do I need to pay a reservation deposit?
Yes, you will need to pay a small refundable reservation deposit to reserve the property. You will also have to pay a security deposit equivalent to five weeks rent when you move in.
What do I have to pay before moving in?
Before you can move into your property, you will need to pay the first month’s rent together with your security deposit, minus the reservation deposit you’ve already paid.
The security deposit is equivalent to five weeks rent. Don’t worry, we’ll make sure you know the exact amount you need to pay in plenty of time.
McCarthy Stone is part of the Tenancy Deposit Scheme, membership number G10625. Download the Tenancy Deposit Scheme leaflet.
What date are rental payments due?
All rental payments are due on the 1st of each month and must be paid by direct debit. Your rent includes all of the development’s service charges, ground rents and property maintenance.
It’s an affordable approach to owning a stunning new retirement home:
- You may be able to access cash tied up in your existing property (known as ‘equity release’)
- You can choose to buy a bigger percentage of the property in the future – this reduces the rent you pay
- If you want, we can buy your existing property as a part exchange
- You’ll be eligible for our free Smooth Move removal service, plus a contribution to legal and estate agent fees
The rent is set at the point of purchase. Annual rent review on the date specified in your lease will be indexed to movements in the Retail Price Index (RPI) subject to a minimum 0.5%. RPI has been in the range c.1-4% since 2013 and was 3.3% in March 2018. 3.3% is equivalent to an extra £1.98 per week for typical rent of £60 per week.
What is Part buy, part rent?
A flexible, affordable alternative to outright purchase, with all the benefits of ownership. For more information call: 0800 201 4811
How it works
You purchase a minimum 50% share in a brand new McCarthy Stone retirement property and pay rent on the part you don’t own.
Benefits include:
It’s an affordable approach to owning a stunning new retirement home
- You may be able to access cash tied up in your existing property (known as ‘equity release’)
- You can choose to buy a bigger percentage of the property in the future – this reduces the rent you pay
- If you want, we can buy your existing property as a part exchange
- You’ll be eligible for our free Smooth Move removal service, plus a contribution to legal and estate agent fees
Is private shared ownership available at all McCarthy Stone developments?
No. This offer is available at selected McCarthy Stone developments, so make sure you check with the sales team on site.
What % of the property do I have to purchase?
70% is the standard option – there are options to increase this over time, known as staircasing.
What is staircasing and how does it work?
What further costs and fees are involved You can purchase further 10% increments, based on valuation at that point. You can staircase to 100% at which point the property would be wholly owned. You would stop paying rent, but service charges continue to be payable to McCarthy Stone.
Each time you staircase you need to plan for additional costs such as valuation fee, legal expenses, SDLT*/LTT** if applicable.
*Stamp Duty Land Tax **Land Transaction Tax (LTT) has replaced SDLT in Wales from April 2018
Do I pay Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) or Land Transaction Tax (LTT) on a private shared ownership property?
You will need to pay SDLT*/LTT** on a private shared ownership property, but you may have less to pay than if you had purchased outright. You should seek advice from your solicitor to confirm how much SDLT you have to pay.
*Stamp Duty Land Tax **Land Transaction Tax (LTT) has replaced SDLT in Wales from April 2018
How much rent will I have to pay and how will that change over time with rent reviews?
The rent is set at the point of purchase. Annual rent review on the date specified in your lease will be indexed to movements in the Retail Price Index (RPI) subject to a minimum 0.5%. RPI has been in the range c.1-4% since 2013, and was 3.3% in March 2018. 3.3% is equivalent to an extra £1.98 per week for typical rent of £60 per week.
Things to do in Southend-on-Sea
This charming seaside town is perhaps most famous for Southend Pier. At 1.33 miles long, it’s the longest ‘pleasure pier’ in the world and has a unique mini train to take you to the end. You can fish from the pier, watch seals at play, eat in the many cafes – including fish and chips of course, or visit the small museum.
As well as traditional seaside fun, there are plenty of opportunities for an active retirement in Southend. There are endless coastal walks and chances to spot wildlife along the seven miles of coastline, while close to the beach, you’ll find Southchurch Park. It’s a beautiful place for a stroll with a café, pond, basketball court and playground. And if you like to play a round while you walk, there are plenty of golf courses nearby too, like Garon Park Golf Complex, Thorpe Hall Golf Club and Rochford Hundred Golf Club.
If arts, history and culture are more your thing, you’ll be spoilt for choice in Southend. Take a trip back in time at the Central Museum or Prittlewell Priory, a12th century monastery. Alternatively, see the stars at Southend Planetarium, view contemporary exhibitions at Beecroft Art Gallery, or catch a show at the Palace Theatre, established in 1912.
- Conveniently situated close to these local amenities:
- Bus stop on the doorstep
- Doctors
- Southend Victoria train station
- Supermarket
It’s exceptionally easy to get around the town and beyond from our new retirement properties for sale in Southend-on-Sea, with many amenities walkable, a bus stop on the doorstep and Southend Victoria train station nearby. From there you can be in London Liverpool Street station in just over an hour. For travels further afield, Stansted Airport is around an hour away by road.
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- Cut the cost of living: Moving into our retirement properties can save you significant sums.
- Enjoy a stress free move: Our services include Part Exchange, free removals and decluttering.
- Should you buy, rent or part buy, part rent? Find a flexible option to suit your circumstances.
- Discover thoughtful services: From friendly managers to buzzing bistros and homeowner perks.
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