Somerleigh Road, Dorchester, DT1 1AG
Listed 8 Apr 2026 · price reduced 5 Oct 2026 · Dorchester
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Key features
- No Onwards Chain
- Close to Local Amenities
- Light and Bright Living
- Retirement Living
- Visitors/Residents Parking
- Fitted Kitchen
About this home
SUMMARY Set in Dorchester this one bedroom retirement apartment which benefits from a living room/dining room, fitted kitchen, one double bedroom along with a bathroom. The property enjoys communal gardens along with residents/visitors parking.
DESCRIPTION Located in the heart of Dorchester town centre, this well-presented one-bedroom retirement apartment offers convenient, comfortable living just moments from local shops, cafés, transport links and essential amenities. Positioned within a sought-after development for the over-65s, the property features a light and spacious living/dining room, complemented by a modern fitted kitchen equipped with integral appliances and a range of matching wall and base units. The generously sized double bedroom benefits from a desirable dual-aspect layout, creating a light and bright atmosphere throughout the day. A practical bathroom adds further convenience. Residents also enjoy the use of on-site parking, communal areas, and the security of a well-maintained building. This apartment presents an ideal opportunity for anyone seeking a low-maintenance, centrally located retirement home within a friendly and established community.
Please note that an AML fee is chargeable to the buyer once an offer is accepted to cover the cost of carrying out the required identity and anti-money laundering checks. Once these checks have been completed, the fee cannot be refunded, even if the property purchase does not go ahead.
First Floor
Entrance Hall The front door leads into the entrance hall with a cupboard, a radiator and doors to the lounge, the kitchen, the bedroom and the bathroom.
Lounge A door from the entrance hall leads into the spacious lounge with two double glazed sash windows to the rear aspect with views over trinity street, a radiator, a telephone point and a television aerial socket.
Kitchen A door from the entrance hall leads into the fitted kitchen with a range of wall and base units with worksurfaces over, a 1 1/2 bowl stainless steel sink and drainer, an integrated electric oven and hob with a cookerhood over, a radiator, a serving hatch to the lounge and an integrated washing machine and fridge freezer with space for a dishwasher to complete the amenities.
Bedroom 1 A door from the entrance hall leads into bedroom 1 with three double glazed sash windows with a radiator and built in wardrobes.
Bathroom A door from the entrance hall leads into the part tiled bathroom with a WC, a wash hand basin, a bath with mixer taps, a shower cubicle, a shaver point and an extractor fan.
Outside Space
Communal Spaces Communal gardens with seating to enjoy sunny days, with the availability of being able to partake in gardening if you wished.
There are two resident lounges within Somerleigh Village to enjoy along with a library where multiple community clubs and events are held regularly.
A call system via a pendant to call the care team when required with the benefit of an on site Care Home if required.
Parking The property benefits from on site, free parking with residents and visitor parking permits.
We currently hold lease details as displayed above, should you require further information please contact the branch. Please note additional fees could be incurred for items such as leasehold packs.
1. MONEY LAUNDERING REGULATIONS - Intending purchasers will be asked to produce identification documentation at a later stage and we would ask for your co-operation in order that there will be no delay in agreeing the sale. 2: These particulars do not constitute part or all of an offer or contract. 3: The measurements indicated are supplied for guidance only and as such must be considered incorrect. 4: Potential buyers are advised to recheck the measurements before committing to any expense. 5: Connells has not tested any apparatus, equipment, fixtures, fittings or services and it is the buyers interests to check the working condition of any appliances. 6: Connells has not sought to verify the legal title of the property and the buyers must obtain verification from their solicitor.
Property details
- Property type
- Flat
- Council tax band
- C
- Tenure
- Leasehold
- Lease remaining
- 0 years left
- Ground rent
- £0 per year
- Service charge
- £6,180 per year
- Parking
- Communal
- Garden
- Back garden
- Heating
- Gas central
- Broadband
- FTTP (fibre to the premises)
- Electricity
- Mains supply
- Water
- Mains supply
- Accessibility
- Lift access, Wide doorways, Ramped access, Level access
Floorplan
Location
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- Dorchester West Station0.2 mi
- Dorchester South Station0.3 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 4, The Old Rectory, Somerleigh Road Dorchester DT1 1PD | Flat Leasehold | 27 Aug 2026 | £190,000 |
| Flat 8, Benjamin Ferrey House, Somerleigh Road Dorchester DT1 1TL | Flat Leasehold | 30 Jun 2026 | £245,000 |
| 37 Hascombe Court, Somerleigh Road Dorchester DT1 1AG | Flat Freehold | 28 Nov 2025 | £350,000 |
| 28 Hascombe Court, Somerleigh Road Dorchester DT1 1AG | Flat Leasehold | 14 Oct 2025 | £350,000 |
| 10 Edgcumbe Manor, Somerleigh Road Dorchester DT1 1AE | Flat Leasehold | 16 Sept 2025 | £400,000 |
| 6 Somerleigh Road Dorchester DT1 1TJ | Terraced Freehold | 24 Mar 2025 | £365,000 |
| 46 Hascombe Court, Somerleigh Road Dorchester DT1 1AG | Flat Leasehold | 1 Nov 2024 | £390,000 |
| 53 Hascombe Court, Somerleigh Road Dorchester DT1 1AG | Flat Leasehold | 28 Mar 2024 | £435,000 |
| 50 Hascombe Court, Somerleigh Road Dorchester DT1 1AG | Flat Leasehold | 23 Feb 2024 | £280,000 |
| 1 Edgcumbe Manor, Somerleigh Road Dorchester DT1 1AE | Flat Leasehold | 26 Jan 2024 | £410,000 |
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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 Connells, Dorchester on Rightmove (original listing). First listed 8 Apr 2026; details checked 7 Nov 2026. Latest change: reduced on 05/10/2026.
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