Lawn Drive, Locks Heath

This neutrally decorated, clean, and tidy family home is ready for occupation from September. Situated in a quiet cul-de-sac in Locks Heath, the property is conveniently located near the Locks Heath Shopping Centre and reputable infant and junior schools, making it an ideal choice for families and also ideal for a couple needing extra room.

Bright Living Areas * Sitting Room: The front-facing sitting room features a decorative bay window, providing lots of natural light.
* Dining Room: French doors from the dining room open to the garden, enhancing the bright and airy feel of the living space.
* Kitchen: The modern kitchen is equipped with stylish units, an oven, and a hob. It also includes integral appliances - fridge/freezer and dishwasher.
* Utility Room: Adjacent to the kitchen, the utility room houses a washer/dryer and offers access to a cloakroom and the garden.
Bedrooms * Master Bedroom: The master bedroom comes with an en-suite shower room featuring twin sinks, perfect for busy mornings. (approximate bedroom measurement 3.65m x 3.49m)
* Additional Bedrooms: Three further bedrooms provide space for the whole family.
Approximate measurements: Bedroom 2: 10' 6" (3.20m) x 8'2" (2.48m) Bedroom 3: 10'6 (3.19m) x 6'10" (2.09m) Bedroom 4: 8'3 (2.50m) x 7'3" (2.21m)
Family-Friendly Bathroom * Family Bathroom: A bathroom serves the additional bedrooms, ensuring convenience for the entire family (or for guests).
Outdoor Space * Rear Garden: The fully enclosed garden is mainly laid to lawn, ideal for children to play safely. It features a patio area near the house and stepping stones leading to a further patio area at the rear of the garden, perfect for outdoor gatherings.
* Garage: The integral garage, with power and lighting, provides additional storage and can be accessed via an external side door from the pathway along the side of the house or through the up-and-over door at the front.
Additional Benefits * Quiet Location: Enjoy the tranquility of a cul-de-sac while being close to essential amenities.
* Convenient Access: Proximity to schools and Locks Heath shopping centre makes everyday life easier.
* Pets considered: The landlord is happy to consider a family pet here
Availability * The property is available from the beginning of September
EPC: Currently rated C
Council Tax: Fareham Borough Council Band D - currently £2,063.40 per annum

Holding Fee: £415
Security Deposit: £ 2076

Affordabillity: You need to be able to prove a household income of a least £54,000 to rent this property. (there may be circumstances where the landlord will agree to a let to tenants with a lower household income subject to a guarantor or rent being paid in advance).

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We will always….

.... treat our rental applicants and tenants in an honest, respectful, friendly and professional way.
.... ensure that our fees are transparent with no nasty hidden ‘surprises’.
.... provide timely feedback on any rental offers made.
.... accompany viewings at our rental properties.
.... respond to questions and enquiries quickly and in a patient and professional way.
.... ensure that maintenance issues for our managed properties are dealt with in a timely manner

We will never....

.... use our key or allow anyone else to use our key to enter a tenant’s property unless we have had explicit instruction to do so.
.... act outside of the law – all our lettings team members are members of ARLA Propertymark and fully trained in property law as applicable to our industry.

Permitted Tenant Payments

Assured Shorthold Tenancies

Holding deposit per tenancy: One week’s rent. This is to reserve a property. Please Note: This will be withheld if any relevant person (including any guarantor(s)) withdraw from the tenancy, fail a Right-to-Rent check, provide materially significant false or misleading information, or fail to sign their tenancy agreement (and / or Deed of Guarantee) within 15 calendar days (or other Deadline for Agreement as mutually agreed in writing).

Security Deposit (per tenancy. Rent under £50K per year): Five weeks’ rent. This covers damages or defaults on the part of the tenant during the tenancy.

Security Deposit (per tenancy. Rent over £50K per year): Six weeks’ rent. This covers damages or defaults on the part of the tenant during the tenancy.

Unpaid Rent: Interest at 3% above the Bank of England Base Rate from Rent Due Date until paid in order to pursue non-payment of rent. Please Note: This will not be levied until the rent is more than 14 days in arrears.

Lost keys/security devices: Tenants are liable for the actual cost of replacing any lost key(s) or other security device(s). If the loss results in locks needing to be changed, the actual costs of a locksmith, new lock and replacement keys for the tenant, landlord any other persons requiring keys will be charged to the tenant. If extra costs are incurred there will be a charge of £15 per hour (inc. VAT) for the time taken replacing lost key(s) or other security device(s).

Variation of contract (tenant’s request): £50 (inc. VAT) per agreed variation. To cover the costs associated with taking landlord’s instructions as well as the preparation and execution of new legal documents.

Change of sharer (tenant’s request) where agreed with the landlord: £50 (inc. VAT) per replacement tenant or any reasonable costs incurred if higher. To cover the costs associated with taking landlord’s instructions, new tenant referencing and Right-to-Rent checks, deposit registration as well as the preparation and execution of new legal documents.

Early Termination (tenant’s request) where agreed with the landlord: Should the tenant wish to leave their contract early, they shall be liable for the landlord’s costs in re-letting the property as well as all rent due under the tenancy until the start date of the replacement tenancy. These costs will be no more than the maximum amount of rent outstanding on the tenancy.

For Non Housing Act Tenancies a tenancy set up fee of £500.00 applies.