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COST OF LIVING INCENTIVE A £15k contribution (off of the completion statement) to cover the average costs for: Service Charge Council Tax Utility Bills To be eligible for the incentive, customers must reserve by 31st August. A spacious home and now ready to move into, with an open-plan modern living space and dining area. The kitchen has a high quality specification, with quartz composite stone worktops and integrated appliances. The master bedroom provides a relaxing and elegant area with a walk-in wardrobe which provides plenty of storage. There is also an additional bedroom which can be used as a guest room or as a study. With a private terrace, there is a great feeling of space in the property, both inside and out. The apartment forms part of a beautiful restoration by Lifestory Group. John Dower House is one of Cheltenham's most attractive Grade II listed Regency buildings. The 12 beautifully designed, one, two and three bedroom apartments each have their own character which combined with a high specification have created elegant contemporary living spaces. The location is fantastic - John Dower House is located in Cheltenham's central conservation area within a stone's throw of The Promenade with the best shopping, restaurants and amenities Cheltenham has to offer. Originally build in 1812 as a the Clarence Hotel specifically for spa visitors the property was also used as the police headquarters for the town for many years. The original features have been carefully retained throughout and the windows and doors beautifully renovated. Many of the apartments have the lovely high ceilings associated with the Regency style as well as large windows which allow light to flood into the property. Your guests will be impressed by the stunning entrance hall with high Regency ceilings and a sweeping staircase providing a fabulous entrance to your apartment. There is a lift to all floors and the advantage of a secure parking space to the rear of the development, which is shared with Latheram House, another Lifestory development. This small development is a wonderful opportunity to live in Regency splendor in the heart of this vibrant town. View payable Stamp Duty for this property
John Dower House
Fixed 5.2% interest rate
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1.9% effective rate
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In Lansdown, Cheltenham, estimated 2026-27 council tax averages £179 a month for a couple and £134 for a single person; the most common band is A (£1,580 a year).
Area estimate — this home's bill depends on its band
| Band A | £1,580 / year |
| Band B | £1,843 / year |
| Band C | £2,106 / year |
| Band D | £2,370 / year |
| Band E | £2,896 / year |
| Band F | £3,423 / year |
| Band G | £3,949 / year |
| Band H | £4,739 / year |
Estimated from ONS, Ofgem and Census data. Single-person figures include the 25% single-person discount.
Median sold price for flats in Lansdown, last 2 years: £242,000 (207 sales, HM Land Registry)

John Dower House

John Dower House
St Georges Place, Cheltenham, Cheltenham