Summary - Flat 16, Mariner House, 157 High Street SS1 1LL
1 bed 1 bath Flat
Affordable seaside city flat with great transport links and bright living space.
- Ninth-floor one-bedroom with city and estuary views
- Open-plan reception/kitchen with floor-to-ceiling windows
- Approximately 599 sq ft; modern three-piece bathroom
- 115 years remaining on lease; ground rent £250 per year
- No onward chain; good transport links to London
- Electric heating (boiler and radiators); main fuel electricity
- No private outdoor space; mid-century concrete building wear
- Local area: very high crime and very deprived
A well-presented ninth-floor one-bedroom apartment in the heart of Southend-on-Sea, offered with no onward chain. The open-plan reception/kitchen features floor-to-ceiling windows that flood the space with light and provide city-centre views stretching toward the Thames Estuary. At about 599 sq ft, the flat suits a single buyer or couple looking for a compact, low-maintenance city base with good transport links.
Practical details are straightforward: a modern three-piece bathroom, integrated kitchen appliances, 115 years remaining on the lease and a modest ground rent of £250. Heating is electric with a boiler and radiators; main fuel is electricity. Council tax is described as cheap, and mobile and broadband connectivity are strong — useful if you work from home.
Buyers should note material downsides honestly. The building is a mid‑century concrete block with external wear typical of its era. The local area scores high for crime and very high for deprivation, which may affect resale and rental demand. There is no private outdoor space and on-site communal facilities are not described. Viewing is recommended to judge the views, internal light and overall condition in person.
For a first-time buyer this flat offers an affordable entry into a seaside city centre location with direct rail links to London and immediate access to shops, restaurants and the seafront. For those prioritising safety, green space or a quiet neighbourhood, this central, urban setting may not match expectations.
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