Bailey Court, New Writtle Street, Chelmsford, CM2 0FS
Listed 12 Aug 2026 · Chelmsford
How the price compares
Key features
- Homeowners Lounge where social events take place
- Guest Suite for visiting family & friends
- House Manager on site during office hours
- Landscape Gardens
- Laundry Room
- 24-hour emegency call system
- One double bedroom retirement apartment
- GROUND FLOOR positioning with a patio area
- PART EXCHANGE, ENTITLEMENTS ADVICE, REMOVALS AND SOLICITORS ALL AVAILABLE – PLEASE TALK WITH THE PROPERTY CONSULTANT FOR MORE INFORMATION
About this home
A well presented one bedroom GROUND FLOOR apartment with PATIO accessed via the living area. Bailey Court, a McCarthy Stone retirement living development is nestled in Chelmsford and boasts communal gardens as well as a homeowner's lounge where SOCIAL EVENTS take place.
~PART EXCHANGE, ENTITLEMENTS ADVICE, REMOVALS AND SOLICITORS ALL AVAILABLE~
Bailey Court - Bailey Court is a development of 50 one and two bedroom apartments, located with the River Can and River Chelmer just half a mile away. There are many stunning places and parks to visit in Chelmsford including Hylands House which has been restored to its former beauty. Bailey Court has a House Manager on hand to manage the day to day running of the development and attend to any queries you may have. There are communal area's, including the homeowners lounge and well maintained communal gardens which provide superb space for socialising with friends, family and neighbours. There is a guest suite so you can friends and family stay over - without having to go to any extra effort.
Everything Close To Hand - The development is perfectly situated and is in a short flat walk to the bustling High Street and shopping centres. There are two main shopping malls in Chelmsford, High Chelmer and The Meadows. Both catering for your everyday day needs, housing supermarkets, pharmacies, opticians and hair dressers along with High Street Brands. In addition bespoke boutiques and a plethora of eateries can be found along the river, to enjoy at your leisure.
Entrance Hall - Front door with spy hole leads to the large entrance hall. From the hallway there is a door to a walk-in storage cupboard/airing cupboard. Illuminated light switches, smoke detector, apartment security door entry system with intercom and emergency pull cord are located in the hall. Doors leading to the lounge, bedroom and shower room.
Lounge - A spacious lounge has ample room for dining and large windows either side of the French door which both allows lots of natural light in but also provides access to a patio area. Feature electric fire with surround acts as an attractive focal point. TV and telephone points, two decorative ceiling lights and raised electric sockets. Part glazed double door leading to the separate kitchen.
Kitchen - Fully fitted modern kitchen with a range of base and wall units and drawers with roll top work surfaces above. The window sits above the stainless steel sink with mono block lever tap and draining board. Built in mid height electric oven with space above for a microwave and four ring electric ceramic hob with chimney extractor hood. Under counter lighting, integral fridge and freezer.
Bedroom - Double bedroom with large window which also allows lots of natural light in and providing views towards the car park and rear gardens. Built in mirror fronted wardrobe. TV and phone point, ceiling light and raised electric sockets.
Bathroom - Fully tiled and fitted with suite comprising of a full length walk in shower with glass screen and support hand rail. WC, vanity unit with sink and mirror above, heated towel rail, spots lights and emergency pull cord.
Car Parking - Parking is by allocated space subject to availability, the fee is £250 per annum. Permits are available on a first come, first served basis. Please check with the House Manager on site for availability.
Service Charge Breakdown - • Water rates for communal areas and apartments • 24 hour emergency call system • Onsite house manager, during working hours • Cleaning of communal windows • Electricity, heating, lighting and power to communal areas • Upkeep of gardens and grounds • Repairs and maintenance to the interior and exterior communal areas • Contingency fund including internal and external redecoration of communal areas • Buildings insurance
The Service charge does not cover external costs such as your Council Tax, electricity or TV, to find out more about the service charges please please contact your Property Consultant or House Manager.
Service charge is £3,389.59 per annum (for financial year ending (31/03/2027)
**Entitlements Service** Check out benefits you may be entitled to.
Leasehold Information - Ground rent: £425 per annum Ground rent review: 1st Jan 2028 Lease length: 125 years from 1st Jan 2013 It is a condition of purchase that residents must meet the age requirement of 60 years or over.
Additional Services - ** Entitlements Service** Check out benefits you may be entitled to. ** Part Exchange ** We offer Part-Exchange service to help you move without the hassle of having to sell your own home. ** Removal Service** Get a quote from our Partner Removal Service who can declutter and move you in to your new home. ** Solicitors** Get a quote from our panel solicitors who have dealt with a number of sales and purchases and therefore familiar with the McCarthy Stone set up.
• Fibre Broadband available • Mains water and electricity • Electric room heating • Mains drainage
Property details
- Property type
- Flat
- Council tax band
- D
- Tenure
- Leasehold
- Lease remaining
- 113 years left
- Ground rent
- £425 per year (Ask agent about the review period)
- Service charge
- £3,389.59 per year
- Parking
- Yes
- Garden
- Yes
Floorplan
Location
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- Chelmsford Station0.4 mi
- Ingatestone Station5.7 mi
- Hatfield Peverel Station6.3 mi
What nearby homes sold for
Median sold prices in CM2 over the last 12 months: terraced £360k · semi-detached £430k · flat £225k · detached £570k.
| Address | Type | Sold | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Bailey Court, New Writtle Street Chelmsford CM2 0FS | Flat Leasehold | 30 Mar 2026 | £215,000 |
| 17 Bailey Court, New Writtle Street Chelmsford CM2 0FS | Flat Leasehold | 24 Nov 2025 | £185,000 |
| 46 Bailey Court, New Writtle Street Chelmsford CM2 0FS | Flat Leasehold | 5 Nov 2025 | £237,500 |
| 29 Bailey Court, New Writtle Street Chelmsford CM2 0FS | Flat Leasehold | 30 Jul 2025 | £220,000 |
| 34 Bailey Court, New Writtle Street Chelmsford CM2 0FS | Flat Leasehold | 5 Jun 2025 | £205,000 |
| 2 Bailey Court, New Writtle Street Chelmsford CM2 0FS | Flat Leasehold | 5 Jun 2025 | £300,000 |
| 33 Bailey Court, New Writtle Street Chelmsford CM2 0FS | Flat Leasehold | 20 Mar 2025 | £230,000 |
| 27 Bailey Court, New Writtle Street Chelmsford CM2 0FS | Flat Leasehold | 26 Feb 2025 | £177,500 |
| 28 Bailey Court, New Writtle Street Chelmsford CM2 0FS | Flat Leasehold | 10 May 2024 | £215,000 |
| 12 Bailey Court, New Writtle Street Chelmsford CM2 0FS | Flat Leasehold | 22 Apr 2024 | £209,000 |
Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2026. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. All sales in CM2
Buying costs
Estimates only, using rates in force from April 2025. Check GOV.UK, Revenue Scotland or the Welsh Revenue Authority and speak to a mortgage adviser before you offer.
Listed by McCarthy & Stone Resales, Bournemouth on Rightmove (original listing). First listed 12 Aug 2026; details checked 7 Nov 2026. Latest change: added on 12/08/2026.
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