Peverell Avenue East, Poundbury, Dorchester, DT1 3EX
Listed 23 Jan 2026 · Dorchester
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Key features
- A well proportioned modern two bedroom second floor apartment
- Shared Ownership of 75%, 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 service charge £3,960.96 per annum (£330.08 per month).
- Support charge £5,517.20 per annum (£106.10 per week)
About this home
A delightful, two bedroom apartment situated on the second floor enjoying views over the Great Field. Shared Ownership of 75%, 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.
There are two double bedrooms, both with views over The Great Field and the principal bedroom with fitted wardrobes 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.
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 Infomation - We understand from our vendor: Leasehold - 125 years from 2017 with 116 years remaining.
The service charge payable from 1st April 2026 is £330.08 per month (£3,960.96 per annum). Sinking fund £65.88 per month (£790.56 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 75% 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
- Council tax band
- D
- Tenure
- Leasehold
- Lease remaining
- 116 years left
- Service charge
- £3,837.12 per year
- Parking
- Yes
- Heating
- Underfloor heating
- Electricity
- Mains supply
- Water
- Mains supply
- Accessibility
- Lift access
Floorplan
Location
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- Dorchester West Station0.9 mi
- Dorchester South Station1.2 mi
- Upwey Station4.6 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.
| Address | Type | Sold | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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
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 23 Jan 2026; details checked 7 Nov 2026. Latest change: added on 23/01/2026.
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