
Alton, Hampshire · GU34
Lower Turk Street
Offers over · Originally listed at £245,000
This beautifully redecorated two-bedroom first-floor retirement apartment in Austen Place, complete with brand new carpets, is offered as an end-of-chain opportunity.
The home, in the agent’s words
- Retirement
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This beautifully presented first-floor retirement apartment is located within the highly sought-after Austen Place development on Lower Turk Street, Alton. The property has been recently redecorated throughout and finished to a high standard, featuring brand new carpets and a bright, welcoming atmosphere.
Austen Place is a purpose built Retirement Living Plus development built by McCarthy & Stone, completed in 2018. Designed specifically for the over 70's, it provides independent living with the option of extra care and support when required. The service charge includes all water usage, buildings insurance and covers maintenance of all the communal areas, staffing and also includes one hour of domestic assistance per week; additional assistance can be arranged through the Estate Manager as required. There is a 24 hour emergency call system provided by a personal pendant or wrist strap and call points in each room within the apartment and throughout the communal areas. Owning a McCarthy Stone property you can book to use the Guest Suite at other developments across the country.
The apartment offers a well-proportioned layout, including a spacious living room that provides access to a private balcony, perfect for enjoying some fresh air or quiet relaxation. The modern fitted kitchen is both practical and stylish, while the two generous bedrooms offer comfort and flexibility for residents or visiting guests, with the main bedroom having a roomy walk-in wardrobe. A contemporary shower room and a useful storage area complete the accommodation, ensuring convenience and ease of living.
Austen Place is designed to provide an enjoyable and supportive lifestyle for its residents, offering a fantastic range of on-site amenities. These include a restaurant serving freshly prepared meals, a professional hair salon, and a communal lounge area where residents can socialise, relax, or take part in various activities. The development also benefits from beautifully maintained communal gardens, offering a peaceful outdoor space, as well as residents’ parking for added convenience.
Perfectly positioned, Austen Place is just a short distance from Alton town centre, with its array of shops, cafés, and essential amenities. Combining comfort, style, and a welcoming community atmosphere, this apartment presents an ideal opportunity for those seeking independent retirement living in a secure and friendly environment.
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0.3 milesto Alton Rail Station
Approximate straight-line distance · DfT NaPTAN · 13 Sept 2026Background air quality
- Fine particles · PM₂.₅
- 6.2 µg/m³ · Above the WHO guideline · well within the UK legal limit
- Nitrogen dioxide · NO₂
- 7.1 µg/m³ · Meets the WHO guideline
Annual background levels. For scale: the WHO 2021 guideline is 5 µg/m³ for PM₂.₅ and 10 for NO₂; the UK legal limit is 20 and 40. Lower is better; this is a 1 km model, not a reading at the door.
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