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£1,200 pcm£277 pw

28 Custerson Court, Saffron Walden, CB11 3HF

1bedroom
1bathroom
Flattype
485sq ft
Unfurnishedfurnishing

Listed 8 Oct 2026 · Saffron Walden

How the price compares

This home£1,200 pcm
Median 1 bed in CB11£1,000 pcm5 homes listed
Difference+20%above the area median

Key features

  • Available to rent for over 60s
  • One-bedroom retirement apartment
  • Double glazed windows throughout
  • Manager on site
  • 24/7 Emergency call system
  • Electric storage heating
  • Residents' lounge and communal facilities
  • Landscaped communal gardens
  • Guest suite available for visitors (subject to availability)
  • Walking distance to Saffron Walden town centre, shops, cafés and supermarkets

About this home

Situated within the popular Custerson Court retirement development, this well-presented apartment is available to rent for those seeking an independent lifestyle in one of Essex's most desirable market towns. Ideally positioned just a short stroll from Saffron Walden's historic town centre, residents can enjoy an excellent selection of supermarkets, independent shops, cafés, restaurants and the town's renowned twice-weekly market. Beautiful green spaces, including The Common and Bridge End Gardens, are also within easy walking distance, providing the perfect setting for gentle walks and relaxing afternoons. Custerson Court offers the reassurance of a purpose-built retirement community while allowing residents to remain close to everything Saffron Walden has to offer. With excellent local amenities, regular bus services, healthcare facilities nearby and a welcoming community atmosphere, this apartment provides an ideal opportunity to enjoy comfortable retirement living in a charming and vibrant market town.

Lounge - A bright and generously proportioned living room offering ample space for both lounge and dining furniture. Double glazed French doors with matching side panels provide plenty of natural light and open through to the kitchen. Fitted with an electric storage heater and an emergency pull cord for added peace of mind.

Kitchen - A well-appointed fitted kitchen with a range of wall and base units complemented by roll-edge work surfaces and tiled splashbacks. Features include a stainless steel sink with drainer, integrated eye-level oven, electric hob with extractor hood above, and space for an under-counter fridge and dishwasher. A double glazed window provides natural light, while ample cupboard storage completes this practical kitchen.

Bedroom - A spacious double bedroom benefiting from a comprehensive range of fitted bedroom furniture, including wardrobes, drawers, bedside cabinets and additional storage units. The double glazed window allows for plenty of natural light, while an electric storage heater and emergency pull cord provide comfort and reassurance.

Shower Room - A modern shower room comprising a large walk-in shower enclosure with glazed screen, wash hand basin set within a vanity unit providing useful storage, and a low-level WC. Fully tiled walls create a low-maintenance finish, with the room also benefiting from an emergency pull cord.

Property details

Property type
Flat
Size
485 sq ft / 45 sq m
Furnishing
Unfurnished
Available from
Now
Deposit
£1,384
Tenancy
Long term

Location

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  • Audley End Station1.8 mi
  • Newport (Essex) Station3.0 mi
  • Great Chesterford Station3.5 mi

What nearby homes sold for

Median sold prices in CB11 over the last 12 months: detached £715k · semi-detached £460k · terraced £360k · flat £240k.

AddressTypeSoldPrice
Flat 38, Custerson Court, Station Street
Saffron Walden CB11 3HF
Flat
Leasehold
10 Jul 2026£112,500
Flat 49, Custerson Court, Station Street
Saffron Walden CB11 3HF
Flat
Leasehold
11 May 2026£205,000
Flat 16, Custerson Court, Station Street
Saffron Walden CB11 3HF
Flat
Leasehold
7 Jan 2026£240,000
Flat 52, Custerson Court, Station Street
Saffron Walden CB11 3HF
Flat
Leasehold
14 Mar 2025£169,950
Flat 9, Custerson Court, Station Street
Saffron Walden CB11 3HF
Flat
Leasehold
6 Nov 2024£165,000
Flat 44, Custerson Court, Station Street
Saffron Walden CB11 3HF
Flat
Leasehold
22 Oct 2024£135,000
Flat 42, Custerson Court, Station Street
Saffron Walden CB11 3HF
Flat
Leasehold
30 Jul 2024£210,000
Flat 10, Custerson Court, Station Street
Saffron Walden CB11 3HF
Flat
Leasehold
17 Jul 2024£115,000
Flat 15, Custerson Court, Station Street
Saffron Walden CB11 3HF
Flat
Leasehold
15 Mar 2024£190,000

Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2026. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. All sales in CB11

Renting costs

Typical income needed£36,000a year, at 30 times the monthly rent
Holding deposit cap£277one week's rent
Tenancy deposit cap£1,385five weeks' rent

Caps follow the Tenant Fees Act 2019 (England). Referencing rules vary by agent; Scotland and Wales have their own rules.

Listed by UK Retirement Rentals, Harlow on Rightmove (original listing). First listed 8 Oct 2026; details checked 7 Nov 2026. Latest change: added on 08/10/2026.

As well as paying the rent, you may also be required to make the following permitted payments. Permitted payments For properties in England, the Tenant Fees Act 2019 means that in addition to rent, lettings agents can only charge tenants (or anyone acting on the tenant's behalf) the following permitted payments: Holding deposits (a maximum of 1 week's rent); Deposits (a maximum deposit of 5 weeks' rent for annual rent below £50,000, or 6 weeks' rent for annual rental of £50,000 and above); Payments to change a tenancy agreement eg. change of sharer (capped at £50 or, if higher, any reasonable costs); Payments associated with early termination of a tenancy (capped at the landlord's loss or the agent's reasonably incurred costs); Where required, utilities (electricity, gas or other fuel, water, sewerage), communication services "telephone, internet, cable/satellite television), TV licence; Council tax (payable to the billing authority); Interest payments for the late payment of rent (up to 3% above Bank of England's annual percentage rate); Reasonable costs for replacement of lost keys or other security devices; Contractual damages in the event of the tenant's default of a tenancy agreement; and Any other permitted payments under the Tenant Fees Act 2019 and regulations applicable at the relevant time. For properties in Wales, the Renting Homes (Fees etc.) (Wales) Act 2019 means that in addition to rent, lettings agents can only charge tenants the following permitted payments Holding deposits (a maximum of 1 week's rent); Security deposits; Where required, utilities (electricity, gas or other fuel, water, sewerage), communication services "telephone, internet, cable/satellite television), TV licence; Council tax (payable to the billing authority); Payments for the late payment of rent (where required under the tenancy agreement); A breach of a term of the contract (where required under the tenancy agreement); and Any other permitted payments under the Renting Homes (Fees etc.) (Wales) Act and regulations applicable at the relevant time. Tenant protection In addition to publishing relevant fees, lettings agents are also required to publish details of: the redress scheme they are a member of; and the name of the approved or designated Client Money Protection scheme they are a member of (if any). Please note that lettings agents are required by law to publish on their websites information for potential tenants about relevant fees, redress schemes and client money protection schemes (including the names of those schemes). Relevant fees must also be published on third party websites, such as Rightmove. For properties to rent in England and Wales, details of the agent's membership of any redress scheme and client money protection scheme must also be published with their fees on Rightmove. It is the agent's responsibility to ensure that all relevant information is provided to Rightmove and is up to date and accurate. If the relevant information does not appear here, the agent may have included it within the property description.

Agent disclaimer

Disclaimer - Property reference 34983286. The information displayed about this property comprises a property advertisement. Rightmove.co.uk makes no warranty as to the accuracy or completeness of the advertisement or any linked or associated information, and Rightmove has no control over the content. This property advertisement does not constitute property particulars. The information is provided and maintained by UK Retirement Rentals, Harlow. Please contact the selling agent or developer directly to obtain any information which may be available under the terms of The Energy Performance of Buildings (Certificates and Inspections) (England and Wales) Regulations 2007 or the Home Report if in relation to a residential property in Scotland.

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