Summary - Flat 2, 17 Ethelbert Road CT9 1SH
2 bed 1 bath Flat
Compact coastal flat with garden, long lease and clear refurbishment potential near the seafront.
Two double bedrooms in a compact 523 sq ft layout
Open-plan living/kitchen with bay-windowed living room
Private rear garden — rare for a flat in this location
Long lease (998 years) and low council tax
Electric room heaters; no confirmed wall insulation — upgrade likely
Very high local crime; area classified as very deprived
Only 100 yards from the seafront and local amenities
Service charge £717 (below average)
Set just 100 yards from the Margate seafront, this two-double-bedroom flat offers compact coastal living with genuine potential. The open-plan living/kitchen and bay-windowed living room make the most of the 523 sq ft, while a private rear garden provides an unusually generous outdoor space for a flat at this price point. The long lease (998 years) and low council tax keep running costs attractive.
The property is well-presented but modest in scale; it’s best suited to first-time buyers or those seeking a bolt-hole by the sea. Heating is by electric room heaters and the building has solid brick walls with no assumed cavity insulation, so there’s scope (and likely value) in upgrading insulation and heating for greater comfort and efficiency. The service charge is £717 (below average), and there is no flooding risk.
Buyers should note the immediate area is very deprived with very high crime statistics, which affects resale and rental dynamics—viewing in person is recommended. Proximity to local amenities, shops, and several well-rated primary schools, plus fast broadband and excellent mobile signal, support everyday convenience and potential rental demand for the right buyer.
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