3 bed semi-detached house for sale

Kingfisher Drive, Wesham, Preston PR4

Shared ownership (Advertised price represents 25% share. Full market value £220,000). A great chance to buy a spacious, shared-ownership family home. The beautifully-presented, semi-detached property has an attractive kitchen with integrated fridge/freezer, an under-stairs cloakroom and a reception with well-defined dining area. Patio doors open onto a paved rear garden. On the first floor is a generously-sized main bedroom, two further double bedrooms and a stylish, high-spec bathroom. Well insulated walls, roof and floor, high performance glazing and a modern gas central heating system all contribute towards a very good energy-efficiency rating. A driveway at the side of the house provides off-street parking space for two cars. The coast is around ten miles to the west, Preston city centre a similar distance east. The nearby roads also allow easy access to the M55 which, in turn, connects to the M6. Ofsted list four primary schools rated either 'Good' or 'Outstanding' within a mile radius.

Interested parties are required to complete the shared ownership common application form [ ]

(Please note the minimum income and deposit requirements for eligibility. You do not need to request a viewing separately once you have completed the application form.)

Housing Association: Heylo. Heylo Housing requires that all applicants must have a permanent right to reside in the UK.
Tenure: Leasehold (125 years from 21/06/2019).
Minimum Share: 25% (£55,000).
Shared Ownership Rent: £414.84 per month (subject to annual review).
Service Charge: £48.96 per month (subject to annual review).
Guideline Minimum Income: Dual £20,900 Single £25,000 (based on minimum share and 10% deposit).
Council Tax: Band B, Fylde Borough Council. Priority is given to applicants living and/or working in this local authority.

This property is offered for sale in the condition seen with the exception of the fireplace, which is not included. The housing association does not warrant to carry out any remedial or redecoration work of a cosmetic nature unless specifically advised in writing. As a general rule, fitted domestic appliances are included in the sale; non-fitted appliances are not. If you require confirmation, you must request this in writing from Urban Moves. The information in this document supersedes any information given verbally either in person or by telephone.

What is shared ownership ?

Shared Ownership is a housing scheme designed to help homebuyers who are unable to afford the cost of buying a property outright on the open market. Properties may be sold off-plan or new build direct from housing associations, or pre-owned from existing shared owners. The rules and terms of the scheme are set by the Greater London Authority (gla) in London and Homes England outside of London.

Is shared ownership for you ?

The gla and Homes England set the eligibility criteria for Shared Ownership, but broadly speaking you must:

1. Not own another property in the UK or any other country.
2. Have a household income that falls below £90,000 (£80,000 threshold outside the M25). Every property will have a minimum income level too, determined by its’ value, rent and service charge costs. In most cases you will need to meet or exceed the given minimum income.
3. Have access to a minimum deposit of 10% of the share being purchased (a minimum deposit of 5% of the share being purchased may be acceptable depending on individual financial status).
4. Be in full time permanent employment.
5. Be a British, EU or eea Citizen or have indefinite leave to remain in the UK.
6. Have a good credit history.

Ground Floor

Entrance Hallway

Kitchen
12' 4" x 7' 7" (3.76m x 2.31m)

Cloakroom

Reception Room
17' 5" max. X 14' 9" max. (5.31m x 4.50m)

First Floor

Landing

Bedroom 1
14' 9" x 10' 3" (4.50m x 3.12m)

Bedroom 2
13' 1" x 7' 3" (3.99m x 2.21m)

Bedroom 3
9' 10" x 7' 2" (3.00m x 2.18m)

Bathroom