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Somerleigh Road, Dorchester
For sale
£180,000

Somerleigh Road, Dorchester, DT1 1AG

1bedroom
1bathroom
Flattype
Leaseholdtenure

Listed 20 Aug 2026 · Dorchester

How the price compares

This home£180,000
Median 1 bed in DT1£135k55 homes listed · £348 per sq ft
Difference+33%above the area median

Key features

  • One Bedroom Retirement Apartment
  • Sought-after Hascombe Court development
  • Modern Fitted Kitchen
  • Contemporary shower room
  • Spacious and light-filled sitting room
  • Well-presented throughout
  • Attractive communal facilities and gardens
  • Close to Dorchester town centre and amenities

About this home

SUMMARY Set within the highly regarded Hascombe Court retirement development, this beautifully presented one-bedroom apartment offers comfortable, low-maintenance living in a prime location close to Dorchester town centre and its excellent range of amenities.

DESCRIPTION The apartment has been well cared for and is presented in excellent decorative order throughout. The spacious sitting room provides a bright and welcoming living space, whilst the recently updated modern kitchen is fitted with a range of contemporary units and integrated appliances, creating a practical yet stylish environment. The generous double bedroom benefits from fitted storage, and the accommodation is completed by a modern shower room, finished to a high standard.

Hascombe Court is a popular retirement development offering residents the perfect balance of independence and peace of mind, with attractive communal areas, well-maintained gardens and a friendly community atmosphere.

Ideally positioned on Somerleigh Road, the property enjoys easy access to Dorchester's shops, cafés, transport links and local services, making it an excellent choice for those looking to enjoy retirement in a convenient and desirable setting.

Agent Note  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

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. General: While we endeavour to make our sales particulars fair, accurate and reliable, they are only a general guide to the property and, accordingly, if there is any point which is of particular importance to you, please contact the office and we will be pleased to check the position for you, especially if you are contemplating travelling some distance to view the property. 3. The measurements indicated are supplied for guidance only and as such must be considered incorrect. 4. Services: Please note we have not tested the services or any of the equipment or appliances in this property, accordingly we strongly advise prospective buyers to commission their own survey or service reports before finalising their offer to purchase. 5. THESE PARTICULARS ARE ISSUED IN GOOD FAITH BUT DO NOT CONSTITUTE REPRESENTATIONS OF FACT OR FORM PART OF ANY OFFER OR CONTRACT. THE MATTERS REFERRED TO IN THESE PARTICULARS SHOULD BE INDEPENDENTLY VERIFIED BY PROSPECTIVE BUYERS OR TENANTS. NEITHER SEQUENCE (UK) LIMITED NOR ANY OF ITS EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS HAS ANY AUTHORITY TO MAKE OR GIVE ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY WHATEVER IN RELATION TO THIS PROPERTY.

Property details

Property type
Flat
Council tax band
C
Tenure
Leasehold
Lease remaining
0 years left
Ground rent
£0 per year
Service charge
£6,190.80 per year
Parking
Communal
Garden
Front garden, Back garden

Floorplan

Floorplan 1

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.

AddressTypeSoldPrice
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

Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2026. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. All sales in DT1

Buying costs

Monthly repayment£900£18,000 deposit · £162,000 loan
Stamp Duty£1,100England 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 Fox & Sons, Dorchester on Rightmove (original listing). First listed 20 Aug 2026; details checked 7 Nov 2026. Latest change: added on 20/08/2026.

Agent disclaimer

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