Summary - Flat 2, 135 Station Road CT6 5QA
1 bed 1 bath Ground Flat
Short walk to station, seafront and shops ideal for a starter purchase.
Ground-floor Victorian flat with high ceilings and period character
Located in the heart of Herne Bay, this ground-floor apartment offers straightforward city-centre living with easy access to the train station, seafront and local shops. Original Victorian features such as high ceilings and sash-style windows bring character to a compact layout, and a communal garden adds outside space rarely found with city flats.
This property is attractive to first-time buyers or investors seeking a central, chain-free entry into the market. The low service charge helps running costs, and excellent mobile signal and fast broadband suit modern renters or home-workers. Room proportions are practical for a single occupant or couple and the short walks to amenities and transport are a strong convenience benefit.
Buyers should note material lease and cost considerations: just 55 years remain on the lease and mortgage lenders may refuse standard loans without specialist underwriting or a longer lease. Ground rent at £600 pa is high for the price, while heating is by electric storage heaters and walls are likely uninsulated solid brick — both factors to consider for running costs and potential upgrade work.
Overall this is a purposefully priced, chain-free opportunity with period charm and clear refurbishment potential. For a buyer able to manage lease extension or accept a cash/specialist mortgage route, the flat could provide an affordable central home or a lettable investment with straightforward improvement options.
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