Summary - 43 BIRCH AVENUE HARWICH CO12 4DA
2 bed 1 bath Terraced
Victorian two-bedroom house a short walk from the beach, with garden and parking potential.
Half-mile to Blue Flag beach, shops and rail station
Set just half a mile from Dovercourt’s Blue Flag beach, this two-bedroom Victorian terraced house offers a practical first home with immediate seaside access. The property provides a lounge/diner, fitted kitchen, single bathroom and a good-sized rear garden — useful outdoor space for plants, storage or a small children’s play area.
Key conveniences include mains gas central heating, double glazing (install date unknown) and scope to create off-road parking or a garage at the front, which would add significant everyday convenience. At about 647 sq ft, the home suits buyers seeking a compact, manageable property close to shops, the rail station and local amenities.
Buyers should note material negatives plainly: the terrace was built c.1900–1929 and walls are assumed to be cavity with no insulation, so you may need to upgrade insulation and improve energy efficiency. The plot is small, rooms are average to small in size, and there is only one bathroom. The surrounding area scores as deprived and is classified locally as ageing urban communities, which may affect long-term resale values.
This freehold house is competitively priced and offers straightforward renovation potential rather than a move-in luxury finish. It will particularly suit first-time buyers or those downsizing who want a practical base by the coast and are prepared to invest modestly in insulation, cosmetic updating or to create parking.
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