Summary - Flat 1, 32 Westby Road BH5 1HD
1 bed 1 bath Ground Flat
Ideal buy-to-let or starter home close to Boscombe promenade and transport links.
Allocated off-street parking space included
Chain-free sale — available with no forward chain
One double bedroom plus study/box room layout
Leasehold with ~73 years remaining — lender risk possible
Annual service charge £1,356.80 and ground rent £150
Area has high crime rates and high deprivation levels
Mid-20th-century building with scope for modernisation
Fast broadband and excellent mobile signal on site
This ground-floor apartment offers straightforward rental or entry-level purchase potential close to Boscombe promenade and local transport links. The layout includes a double bedroom, useful study/box room, separate kitchen and sitting/dining room — practical for a single professional, couple, or tenant seeking easy access to the seafront.
Key practical benefits include an allocated off-street parking space, no forward chain and fast mobile and broadband connectivity — useful for remote working tenants. The building dates from the mid-20th century and presents scope for cosmetic updating and energy-efficiency improvements, which could add value for investors or owner-occupiers prepared to modernise.
Buyers must consider material drawbacks before viewing. The flat is leasehold with 73 years remaining; some mortgage lenders may refuse lending or apply stricter terms. Annual service charge (£1,356.80) and ground rent (£150) apply. The immediate area scores high for crime and relative deprivation, which can affect rental demand and resale prospects.
Overall, the property will suit a buyer seeking an affordable, chain-free purchase to refurbish for lettings or a budget-first purchase close to the seafront and transport. Factor in lease and financing risks and the likely need for modernisation when assessing value.
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