10 Best Retirement Flats For Sale In The UK
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From greater freedom and independence to seemingly endless social opportunities, there are plenty of benefits to buying a retirement flat. These are an increasingly popular choice amongst retirees, thanks to state-of-the-art facilities and added security.
To ease your search, we’ve rounded up the 10 best retirement flats for sale in the UK.
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- Blagdon Village - Somerset
- Pegasus Cobham Bowers - Surrey
- Eden Court - London
- Liberty Lodge - Suffolk
- Mortimer Lodge - Shropshire
- Catherine Place - Leicestershire
- Matcham Grange - North Yorkshire
- Stanley Place - Lancashire
- Seymour Court - Tyne and Wear
- Merchants Gate - Glasgow
1. Blagdon Village - Somerset
Nestled amongst the stunning Blackdown Hills and Quantock Hills, you won’t find a more relaxing location for retirement living than Blagdon Village in Somerset. Here, you’ll be just a short walk from the bustling town of Taunton, while Blagdon Village itself is also packed with things to do.
You’ll be a short walk from the bustling town of Taunton, where you can browse independent shops and take part in local community activities.
The variety of on-site facilities at Blagdon Village includes a bar, a restaurant, a hairdresser and a fitness suite. Expect plenty of regular trips out, as Blagdon Village has its very own minibus!
There’s a range of properties at Blagdon Village, such as flats, cottages and retirement bungalows, all of which are set around the central clubhouse.
Two and three-bedroom retirement flats are available to buy, with a two-bedroom flat starting from just £180,000.
| Blagdon Village at a glance: | |
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| Development Size and Property Types | This retirement property contains 85 two and three-bedroom flats, bungalows and houses |
| Buying and Renting Options Available | Properties are available to buy |
| Price | Starting from £180,000 for a two-bedroom flat (to buy) |
| Living Type | Village |
| Facilities | A bar, a café and restaurant, a communal lounge, a courtyard and landscaped gardens, a fitness suite, a library, a salon and wheelchair access throughout |
| Operator | Retirement Villages |
Are you interested in viewing Blagdon Village?
For availability and pricing, call 01823 212247.
2. Pegasus Cobham Bowers - Surrey
Just a 10-minute walk from the peaceful village of Cobham, Pegasus Cobham Bowers is one of the most popular retirement communities in South East England. Each of the 60 one and two-bedroom retirement flats for sale or to rent are open-plan and impressively spacious, making them the perfect places for older adults to live.
In Cobham itself, you’ll find an extensive selection of local shops, as well as convenient supermarkets, wine bars, cafés and restaurants. Cobham also contains several golf courses, a bowling green and the stunning Painshill Park.
Retirement flats to buy begin from £510,000, and many of these properties even come with their own balconies. Something else which sets Pegasus Cobham Bowers apart are the dedicated life hosts. These helpful staff members will ensure you get the most out of the development, Cobham and Surrey as a whole!
| Pegasus Cobham Bowers at a glance: | |
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| Development Size and Property Types | This retirement property contains 60 one and two-bedroom flats |
| Buying and Renting Options Available | Properties are available to buy or rent |
| Price | Starting from £510,000 for a one-bedroom flat or £630,000 for a two-bedroom flat (to buy) |
| Living Type | Community |
| Facilities | Balconies, a communal lounge, a courtyard and landscaped gardens, a gym and wheelchair access throughout |
| Operator | Pegasus |
Are you interested in viewing Cobham Bowers?
For availability and pricing, call 01932 502362.
3. Eden Court - London
You’ll find the luxurious Eden Court just a short walk from the beautiful Battersea Park, in the heart of London. Communal facilities at this retirement village include a bistro-style restaurant, a fully licensed bar, a fitness centre, a beauty salon, and even a roof terrace with yet more impressive central London views.
Eden Court boasts 28 one and two-bedroom apartments, all with elegant fixtures and fittings as standard. Each apartment also has a fully-equipped kitchen and bathrooms, which have been designed with older adults in mind.
For extra peace of mind, the team at Eden Court offer a variety of care services, including personal care, domestic support and 24/7 on-site support.
| Eden Court at a glance: | |
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| Development Size and Property Types | This retirement property contains 28 one and two-bedroom flats |
| Buying and Renting Options Available | Properties are available to buy |
| Price | Starting from £425,000 for a one-bedroom flat (to buy) |
| Living Type | Village |
| Facilities | A bar, a communal lounge, landscaped gardens, a fitness suite, a beauty salon, balconies for relaxation, a café/restaurant, a cinema, a library and wheelchair access throughout |
| Operator | Cinnamon Luxury Care |
Are you interested in viewing Eden Court?
For availability and pricing, call 01294 442072.
4. Liberty Lodge - Suffolk
One of the region’s most popular retirement communities, Liberty Lodge is located in the heart of historic Bury St Edmunds. This central location means residents are surrounded by award-winning restaurants, independent shops, stunning green spaces and annual summertime festivals.
Managed by Churchill Living, Liberty Lodge comprises 49 one and two-bedroom retirement flats to buy. These flats for sale have been purpose-built with older adults in mind, including stylish features such as spacious bedrooms, walk-in wardrobes and modern bathrooms.
Companionship care is offered at Liberty Lodge, with this form of support providing some much-needed social interaction to older adults. There are also lots of weekly activities taking place, with many of these organised by the residents themselves.
| Liberty Lodge at a glance: | |
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| Development Size and Property Types | This retirement property contains 49 one and two-bedroom flats |
| Buying and Renting Options Available | Properties are available to buy |
| Price | Starting from £315,950 for a one-bedroom flat or £472,950 for a two-bedroom flat (to buy) |
| Living Type | Community |
| Facilities | A communal lounge, a courtyard and landscaped gardens, guest parking and wheelchair access throughout |
| Operator | Churchill Living |
Are you interested in viewing Liberty Lodge?
For availability and pricing, call 01544 301586.
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5. Mortimer Lodge - Shropshire
With a collection of one and two-bedroom flats for sale, Mortimer Lodge is a brand-new Churchill Living development. Each of these 50 flats has spacious and modern master bedrooms containing mirror wardrobes. These flats also contain high-spec kitchens complete with colour-coordinated work surfaces.
Some of the apartments even boast stunning French balconies - the perfect place to kick back and relax on a warm summer’s afternoon!
Mortimer Lodge is located in Bridgnorth, Shropshire. This vibrant market town has a high street that offers amazing views towards its top end. The top and bottom end of Bridgnorth is connected by the UK’s steepest electric funicular - making the town a really fun one to explore.
| Mortimer Lodge at a glance: | |
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| Development Size and Property Types | This retirement property contains 50 one and two-bedroom flats |
| Buying and Renting Options Available | Properties are available to buy |
| Price | Starting from £224,950 for a one-bedroom flat or £309,950 for a two-bedroom flat (to buy) |
| Living Type | Community |
| Facilities | Balconies, a courtyard and landscaped gardens, a communal lounge, guest parking and wheelchair access throughout |
| Operator | Churchill Living |
Are you interested in viewing Mortimer Lodge?
For availability and pricing, call 01544 301557.
6. Catherine Place - Leicestershire
The McCarthy Stone development of Catherine Place is located in the iconic market town of Melton Mowbray. Known for its famous pork pie, older adults living in Melton Mowbray can explore Britain’s ‘rural food capital’, with the nearest bus stop just a few hundred metres away from the development.
Similarly, the nearby train station will take residents to a range of interesting cities and towns, including Leicester, Peterborough and more!
Catherine Place boasts private landscaped gardens, a stylish yet still comfortable communal lounge and plenty of on-site security. There’s also a house manager who will take care of residents' needs, including those living in the retirement flats.
The retirement living flats and bungalows at Catherine Place are both available to buy.
| Catherine Place at a glance: | |
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| Development Size and Property Types | This retirement property contains 56 one and two-bedroom flats and bungalows |
| Buying and Renting Options Available | Properties are available to buy |
| Price | Starting from £226,450 for a one-bedroom flat or £305,850 for a two-bedroom flat (to buy) |
| Living Type | Community |
| Facilities | Balconies, a communal lounge, a courtyard, landscaped gardens and wheelchair access throughout |
| Operator | McCarthy Stone |
Are you interested in viewing Catherine Place?
For availability and pricing, call 01544 300564.
7. Matcham Grange - North Yorkshire
With stunning apartments, a modern communal lounge, idyllic gardens and a restaurant-style bistro, it isn’t hard to see why Matcham Grange in Harrogate is such a popular retirement village.
Harrogate in North Yorkshire itself contains lots of open spaces for older adults to explore, including the gorgeous Valley Gardens and RHS Garden Harlow Carr, both of which can be found within the town centre.
Matcham Grange contains 34 one-bedroom and 18 two-bedroom apartments for sale to over 70s. For those who need it, residents can benefit from customisable care packages, along with regular domestic assistance.
If your family and friends would like to visit, Matcham Grange even has a lovely guest suite, and pets are more than welcome.
| Matcham Grange at a glance: | |
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| Development Size and Property Types | This retirement property contains 52 one and two-bedroom flats |
| Buying and Renting Options Available | Properties are available to buy |
| Price | Starting from £285,999 for a one-bedroom flat or £408,999 for a two-bedroom flat (to buy) |
| Living Type | Community |
| Facilities | A bar, a café and restaurant, a communal lounge, landscaped gardens, a courtyard and wheelchair access throughout |
| Operator | McCarthy Stone |
Are you interested in viewing Matcham Grange?
For availability and pricing, call 01544 300567.
8. Stanley Place - Lancashire
Just like many other areas in North West England, Garstang is a peaceful market town surrounded by stunning views. Within Garstang, you’ll find Stanley Place.
This McCarthy Stone retirement community offers a wonderful collection of one and two-bedroom retirement flats to buy. Many of these flats have their own balconies where you can relax and gaze across the idyllic landscaped gardens.
Situated within the heart of Lancashire, Stanley Place also benefits from being near areas of interest like the North West coastline and the Forest of Bowland. With the nearest bus stop 0.5 miles away, many residents use the area’s convenient transport links to explore these amazing surroundings.
At Stanley Place, new residents are usually accepted from 60 years and over. Cats and dogs are welcome as well, so you don’t have to worry about leaving your furry friend behind!
| Stanley Place at a glance: | |
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| Development Size and Property Types | This retirement property contains 40 one and two-bedroom flats |
| Buying and Renting Options Available | Properties are available to buy |
| Price | Starting from £199,999 for a one-bedroom flat or £299,999 for a two-bedroom flat (to buy) |
| Living Type | Community |
| Facilities | Balconies, a courtyard, landscaped gardens, a communal lounge, guest parking and wheelchair access throughout |
| Operator | McCarthy Stone |
Are you interested in viewing Stanley Place?
For availability and pricing, call 01544 300570.
9. Seymour Court - Tyne and Wear
At Seymour Court in South Shields, Tyne and Wear, you’ll find 49 one and two-bedroom retirement flats for sale. These flats can be purchased, part-purchased, rented or part-rented. Residents living here are just a short journey from the idyllic coastline that covers much of North East England.
The big emphasis at Seymour Court is on socialisation and forming new friendships. Some of the most popular social facilities include the stylish yet comfortable communal lounge and the peaceful gardens. There’s also a guest suite where your family and friends can stay when visiting.
A bus stop is within easy reach of this retirement development, and buses from here will take you into the heart of South Shields. Here, you’ll find numerous traditional pubs, delicious restaurants and fascinating independent shops.
| Seymour Court at a glance: | |
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| Development Size and Property Types | This retirement property contains 49 one and two-bedroom flats |
| Buying and Renting Options Available | Properties are available to buy or rent |
| Price | Starting from £259,899 for a one-bedroom flat (to buy) |
| Living Type | Community |
| Facilities | Balconies, a communal lounge, landscaped gardens, a courtyard, guest parking and wheelchair access throughout |
| Operator | McCarthy Stone |
Are you interested in viewing Seymour Court?
For availability and pricing, call 01544 300339.
10. Merchants Gate - Glasgow
Situated in one of Glasgow’s most exclusive postcodes, Merchants Gate contains 30 one and 26 two-bedroom retirement flats for sale. When living here, residents will also be close to the stunning Maxwell Park - the perfect place to enjoy a relaxing afternoon stroll.
These 56 flats perfectly combine style and comfort, with fully-fitted kitchens, energy-efficiency heating, double-glazed windows, spacious shower rooms, heated towel rails and more. Some flats even come with large balconies for enjoying the lovely views.
If you or your loved one are looking to see more of Scotland’s largest city, Merchants Gate is right next to a train station. From here, you can reach Glasgow Central Station in just 10 minutes!
| Merchants Gate at a glance: | |
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| Development Size and Property Types | This retirement property contains 56 one and two-bedroom flats |
| Buying and Renting Options Available | Properties are available to buy |
| Price | Starting from £170,000 for a one-bedroom flat or £270,000 for a two-bedroom flat (to buy) |
| Living Type | Community |
| Facilities | Balconies, a communal lounge, landscaped gardens, a courtyard, communal Wi-Fi and wheelchair access throughout |
| Operator | McCarthy Stone |
Are you interested in viewing Merchants Gate?
For availability and pricing, call 01544 300664.
The Benefits of Buying a Retirement Flat
You’ll still own your own home and will have greater freedom to decorate
Downsizing from a house to a flat or apartment will provide you with a lower-maintenance form of living. Exterior maintenance is often covered as part of a service charge, meaning you can spend more time relaxing and doing the things you love
Living in a smaller property which you own will allow you to stay independent for longer, and you’ll also have a bedroom, a fully-fitted kitchen and a bathroom within easy reach of other
You’ll be given a greater sense of security when living amongst others than you would by yourself
Retirement homes and flats offer secure, vibrant and luxurious housing with state-of-the-art facilities for older adults. Request a free retirement living shortlist and we’ll recommend retirement properties matching your budget, location and desired facilities.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you get a mortgage on a retirement flat?
While most mainstream banks and building societies don’t offer retirement mortgages, there are several specialist mortgage lenders who do, meaning it’s possible to get a mortgage on a retirement flat.
How does buying a retirement flat work?
To buy a retirement flat, prospective residents usually need to be aged 55 or 60 or over. This minimum age will vary from development to development. A large amount of retirement properties are sold on a leasehold basis. When buying a leasehold property, you’ll have a tenancy granted for a long period. Many new-build retirement properties come with 999-year leases.
