Booth Court, Handford Road, Ipswich, IP1 2GD
Listed 19 Jun 2025 · price reduced 8 Jun 2026 · Ipswich
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Key features
- One Bedroom Apartment
- Domestic assistance (1hr included in service charge - additional hours by arrangement)
- Personal care packages available from the onsite CQC registered care agency
- Estates Manager + 24-hour on-site staffing
- Function room with computer
- Guest suite
- Homeowners' lounge with television
- Table service restaurant
- PART EXCHANGE, ENTITLEMENTS ADVICE, REMOVALS AND SOLICITORS ALL AVAILABLE – PLEASE TALK WITH THE PROPERTY CONSULTA
About this home
ENJOY LUNCH ON US WHEN YOU TAKE A TOUR OF BOOTH COURT - BOOK NOW! A WONDERFUL one bedroomed retirement apartment located on SECOND FLOOR within Booth Court. The apartment boasts a SPACIOUS lounge and is located on the corner of the development. ~PART EXCHANGE, ENTITLEMENTS ADVICE, REMOVALS AND SOLICITORS ALL AVAILABLE~
Summary - The development overlooks the Alderman Canal and Alderman Road Recreation Ground and Nature Reserve, providing a variety of walks on the doorstep. Booth Court is one of McCarthy & Stones Retirement Living PLUS range (Assisted Living) and is facilitated to provide it's homeowners' with extra care. An Estates Manager is on hand to manage the day to day running of the development and attend to any queries you may have. Within the service charge homeowners are allocated 1 hours domestic assistance per week, however, additional hours can be arranged by prior appointment. There are a range of personal care packages to suit your requirements - these are provided by the onsite CQC registered care agency. For your reassurance the development is fitted with a secure entry system. The development has a homeowners' lounge for socialising with friends and family and, for your convenience, an onsite restaurant with freshly cooked meals provided everyday.
Entrance Hallway - Larger than average hallway featuring fitted shelving. Door to airing cupboard housing the hot water system and fitted with shelving. Door to additional room which could be used as a walk in cupboard but was previously used by the owner as an office. Wall mounted emergency intercom. Doors leading to lounge, bedroom and wet room.
Lounge - A large lounge with ample space for dining, ideally positioned in front of the window. Feature electric fire and surround acts as an attractive focal point. TV and telephone points, two ceiling light points and raised electric sockets. Part glazed door leading to separate kitchen.
Kitchen - Fully fitted modern kitchen with a range of base and eye level units and drawers. An auto opening double glazed window sits above a single drainer sink unit with mixer tap. Built in waist height electric oven with space over for a microwave. Four ring induction hob with extractor hood above. Integrated fridge and freezer. Under pelmet lighting and central ceiling light point and power points.
Bedroom - Generously sized bedroom with a built-in wardrobe with mirror fronted sliding doors. TV and telephone point, central ceiling light point, raised power sockets. Emergency pull-cord.
Wet Room - Fully fitted suite comprising of a level access wet room style shower with curtain and a low level panel bath, both fitted with support rails. Vanity unit with inset wash hand basin and mirror above. WC. Heated towel rail, ceiling spotlights, extractor fan and slip resistant safety flooring. Emergency pull-cord
Service Charge - What your service charge pays for: • Estate Manager who ensures the development runs smoothly • CQC Registered care staff on-site 24/7 for your peace of mind • The running costs of the onsite restaurant • 1 hour cleaning / domestic assistance per week, per apartment • 24hr emergency call system • Monitored fire alarms and door camera entry security systems • Maintaining lifts • Heating and lighting in communal areas • Cleaning of communal areas daily • Cleaning of windows • Maintenance of the landscaped gardens and grounds • Repairs & maintenance to the interior communal areas • Contingency fund including internal and external redecoration of communal areas • Buildings insurance, water and sewerage rates The service charge does not cover external costs such as your Council Tax, electricity or TV. Find out more about service charges please contact your Property Consultant or Estate Manager.
Service charge: £10,772.41 per annum (for financial year ending 31/03/2027).
Ask about our FREE ENTITLEMENTS SERVICE to find out what benefits you may be entitled to supporting you with service charges and living costs. (Often offset by Government Entitlements e.g. Attendance Allowance £3,500-£5,200pa).
Car Parking Permit - 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 Estate Manager on site for availability.
Leasehold Information - Lease length: 125 years from 1st Jan 2013 Ground rent: £435 per annum Ground rent review: 1st Jan 2028
Additional Services - • Gfast Fibre Broadband available • Mains water and electricity • Electric room heating • Mains drainage
** Entitlements Service** Check out benefits you may be entitled too, to support you with service charges and living cost. ** 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.
FOR MORE INFORMATION CHECK OUR WEBPAGE ADDITIONAL SERVICES OR SPEAK WITH OUR PROPERTY CONSULTANT
Property details
- Property type
- Apartment
- Council tax band
- B
- Tenure
- Leasehold
- Lease remaining
- 117 years left
- Ground rent
- £435 per year (Ask agent about the review period)
- Service charge
- £10,772.41 per year
- Parking
- Yes
- Garden
- Yes
Floorplan
Location
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- Ipswich Station0.5 mi
- Derby Road Station1.8 mi
- Westerfield Station1.9 mi
What nearby homes sold for
Median sold prices in IP1 over the last 12 months: semi-detached £260k · terraced £190k · detached £419k · flat £115k.
| Address | Type | Sold | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 35 Booth Court, Handford Road Ipswich IP1 2GD | Flat Leasehold | 27 Aug 2026 | £70,000 |
| 36 Booth Court, Handford Road Ipswich IP1 2GD | Flat Leasehold | 9 Apr 2026 | £45,000 |
| 45 Booth Court, Handford Road Ipswich IP1 2GD | Flat Leasehold | 6 Feb 2026 | £85,000 |
| 59 Booth Court, Handford Road Ipswich IP1 2GD | Flat Leasehold | 30 Oct 2025 | £190,000 |
| 18 Booth Court, Handford Road Ipswich IP1 2GD | Flat Leasehold | 30 May 2025 | £93,500 |
| 17 Booth Court, Handford Road Ipswich IP1 2GD | Flat Leasehold | 2 May 2025 | £80,000 |
| 40 Booth Court, Handford Road Ipswich IP1 2GD | Flat Leasehold | 4 Feb 2025 | £69,000 |
| 3 Booth Court, Handford Road Ipswich IP1 2GD | Other Leasehold | 17 Oct 2024 | £130,000 |
| 2 Booth Court, Handford Road Ipswich IP1 2GD | Flat Leasehold | 25 Sept 2024 | £127,500 |
| 34 Booth Court, Handford Road Ipswich IP1 2GD | Flat Leasehold | 12 Jul 2024 | £82,500 |
Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2026. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. All sales in IP1
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 19 Jun 2025; details checked 7 Nov 2026. Latest change: reduced on 08/06/2026.
Agent disclaimer
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