Summary - FLAT 3, 3 FORT ROAD, MARGATE CT9 1HF
1 bed 1 bath Flat
Compact one-bedroom with high ceilings and quick beach access ideal for starters.
Chain free one-bedroom with approximately 391 sq ft
Side sea view from the lounge; minutes from Margate Main Sands
High ceilings and large windows; period character retained
Leasehold with c.105 years remaining; small ground rent £100
Service charge £500 (below average); council tax very cheap
Solid brick pre-1900 construction; likely no wall insulation
Area classified very deprived with high local crime levels
Fast broadband and excellent mobile signal; mains gas heating
This compact one-bedroom apartment sits on Fort Road in Margate’s Old Town, a short stroll from the beach, Turner Contemporary and the Harbour Arm. At about 391 sq ft with high ceilings and large windows, the home feels airy despite its modest footprint. It’s offered chain free on a lease with approximately 105 years remaining.
The property suits first-time buyers seeking an affordable coastal base or buy-to-let investors targeting short-term lets. Key practical benefits include fast broadband, excellent mobile signal, mains gas central heating (boiler and radiators), a small annual ground rent and a below-average service charge. There is no flood risk.
Buyers should note material context and fabric issues: the building is a pre-1900 solid-brick conversion likely lacking wall insulation, which may mean higher heating costs and a need for improvements. The immediate area records high crime levels and is classified as very deprived, factors that may affect resale values or rental demand.
Overall this is a well-located, characterful period conversion offering immediate occupancy or straightforward cosmetic upgrades. It will particularly appeal to buyers prioritising location and affordability over internal space and those prepared to manage area-related risks.
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