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Melrose Court
For saleReduced 10 Jul 2026
£50,000Guide price

Peverell Avenue East, Poundbury, DT1 3EX

1bedroom
1bathroom
Retirement Propertytype
646sq ft
Leaseholdtenure

Listed 25 Jul 2024 · price reduced 10 Jul 2026 · Dorchester

How the price compares

This home£50,000£77 per sq ft
Median 1 bed in DT1£135k55 homes listed · £348 per sq ft
Difference-63%below the area median

Key features

  • A stylish modern one bedroom second floor apartment
  • Shared Ownership of 45%, Extra care housing for Over 55's only
  • Views over The Great Field
  • Lift to all floors
  • A number of communal facilities
  • Close to Queen Mother Square
  • Leasehold, 125 years from 2017 with 116 years remaining.
  • The rent payable on the remaining 55% of the property £4,122.72 per annum (£343.56 per month)
  • The service charge £3,937.92 per annum (£328.16 per month).
  • Support charge £5,517.20 per annum (£106.10 per week)

About this home

A bright and airy, one bedroom apartment situated on the second floor enjoying views over the Great Field. Shared Ownership of 45%, over 55's only.

The Property - This modern second-floor apartment is situated within Melrose Court, an over 55’s development close to local amenities, enjoying open views over The Great Field. The Melrose Court development is designed for people with extra care and support needs to live independently, with the added benefit of care and support packages available at an additional cost.

The Accommodation - Internally the accommodation is well presented throughout, and comprises, an entrance hallway with an airing and storage cupboard, and a reception room with views over The Great Field. There is a modern fitted kitchen with various wall and floor cupboards with work surfaces over. A built-in electric oven, induction hob and extractor fan, Space is provided for additional appliances.

A double bedroom with views over The Great Field and a Jack and Jill modern age-friendly wet room with W.C.

There is a communal area for all residents, with lifts to all floors, a lounge, dining room, laundry room, guest facilities, a courtyard garden, a car park, an activities room, and library.

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Situation - The apartment is located northeast of Queen Mother Square, providing a good range of amenities including Waitrose, a public house, butcher, Monart luxury Spa, gallery, coffee houses, optician, restaurant and garden centre. Across the Poundbury development, there are a variety of boutiques, a post office, veterinary practice, dental and doctors' surgeries along with a number of specialist outlets. The property is well placed for access to Damers First School. Dorchester town centre is situated approximately 1.5 miles away and offers a comprehensive range of shopping, commercial and recreational facilities including two cinemas, a leisure centre and a library. The property is in the catchment area of numerous sports clubs around the town including cricket, rugby, football, tennis and golf clubs. The town has mainline rail links to Weymouth, London Waterloo and Bristol Temple Meads. The A35 gives access to Poole and Bournemouth and the cross-channel ferries at Poole. There is a regular bus service from Poundbury to Dorchester and connections to surrounding towns and villages. The Jurassic Coastline is a few miles to the south with some sandy beaches and water sports along the coast of Weymouth/Portland.

Services - All apartments within Melrose Court have their own water, electricity and heating meters. Underfloor heating with individual controls for each room. Any charges for the communal areas is included within the monthly service charge.

Broadband speed: has not been identified in this building. Mobile Phone: has not been identified in this building (Information from

Local Authority Dorset Council

Eligibility Requirements - Eligibility Requirements - The buyer must:- • Not be home-owner or named on a mortgage. Applicants in the process of selling their home will be considered (anyone who owns a home would need it be SSTC) • Be able to demonstrate the ability to meet the financial cost of residing in the Scheme. • Be aged 55 or over and be able to live safely on their own with some support. (there will be circumstances in which younger adults with disabilities who would benefit from living in an Extra Care scheme be considered.)

Material Information - We understand from our vendor: Leasehold - 125 years from 2017 with 116 years remaining.

The rent payable on the remaining 55% of the property from 1st April 2026 is £343.56 per month (£4,122.72 per annum). This sum increases annually in line with the Retail Price Index plus 0.5%. The service charge payable from 1st April 2026 is £328.16 per month (£3,937.92 per annum). The support charge is £106.10 per week (£5,517.20 per annum)

Manco Charge £225 per annum.

Agents Notes - The property is offered at a 45% share.

All potential buyers must be assessed as being eligible for the scheme and affordability. No sale can be agreed until this process has taken place. Details regarding this can be supplied via Symonds & Sampson.

Property details

Property type
Retirement Property
Size
646 sq ft / 60 sq m
Council tax band
B
Tenure
Leasehold
Lease remaining
118 years left
Ground rent
£3,926.40 per year (Ask agent about the review period)
Service charge
£4,648.32 per year
Parking
Yes
Heating
Electric
Electricity
Mains supply
Water
Mains supply
Accessibility
Lift access

Floorplan

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Location

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  • Dorchester West Station0.8 mi
  • Dorchester South Station1.1 mi
  • Upwey Station4.5 mi

What nearby homes sold for

Median sold prices in DT1 over the last 12 months: flat £178k · terraced £300k · detached £530k · semi-detached £360k.

AddressTypeSoldPrice
Woodlands Gate, 63, Peverell Avenue East
Dorchester DT1 3RH
Flat
Leasehold
2 Jul 2026£231,000
5 Parkside, Peverell Avenue East
Dorchester DT1 3WY
Flat
Leasehold
28 Apr 2026£87,500
Flat 4, 50, Peverell Avenue East
Dorchester DT1 3WE
Flat
Leasehold
31 Mar 2026£245,000
Flat 2, 50, Peverell Avenue East
Dorchester DT1 3WE
Flat
Leasehold
11 Sept 2025£250,000
7 Peverell Avenue East
Dorchester DT1 3RH
Terraced
Freehold
22 Jul 2025£550,000
Factory Site, Peverell Avenue East
Dorchester DT1 3WE
Other
Leasehold
12 May 2025£1,600,000
Flat 4, 50, Peverell Avenue East
Dorchester DT1 3WE
Flat
Leasehold
1 Oct 2024£250,000
Flat 3, Melrose Court, Peverell Avenue East
Dorchester DT1 3EX
Flat
Leasehold
8 May 2024£167,250
Woodlands Gate, 61, Peverell Avenue East
Dorchester DT1 3RH
Flat
Leasehold
2 Feb 2024£273,000

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Buying costs

Monthly repayment£250£5,000 deposit · £45,000 loan
Stamp Duty£0England rates

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 Symonds & Sampson, Poundbury, Weymouth & South Dorset on Rightmove (original listing). First listed 25 Jul 2024; details checked 7 Nov 2026. Latest change: reduced on 10/07/2026.

Agent disclaimer

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