Summary - 5 GEORGE STREET WHITEHAVEN CA28 7EY
2 bed 1 bath Apartment
Chain‑free two-bedroom flat in the heart of Whitehaven — low running costs, storage, and quick access to transport..
Central Whitehaven location — shops, station and marina within short walk
Two bedrooms, second-floor apartment — compact 667 sqft (approx)
Low running costs — Council Tax Band A and EPC rating C
Chain free — ready for quick purchase or let
Private storage shed plus communal rear yard for bikes/outdoor items
Leasehold tenure — check lease length and service charges
Area flagged as very deprived with very high local crime rates
Dated exterior and reported damp issues; maintenance likely required
Set on the second floor in central Whitehaven, this two-bedroom apartment offers a straightforward, low-maintenance home or a lettable investment close to transport and town amenities. The layout includes an entrance hall, lounge, modern-fitted kitchen, two bedrooms and a contemporary shower room — practical living without unnecessary space to heat or maintain.
Practical extras include a private external storage shed and access to a communal rear yard, useful for bikes and outdoor gear. Council Tax is very low (Band A) and the property is offered chain free, which simplifies a quick purchase or let. Broadband speeds are fast and mobile signal is excellent, appealing to working tenants or buyers who need reliable connectivity.
Buyers should note material negatives plainly: the area is assessed as very deprived with very high local crime rates, and the building shows a dated external appearance with some reported damp issues. The property is leasehold and built in the mid-20th century; the EPC is C. These factors affect residual value and may influence mortgage availability or rental demand.
This apartment suits someone seeking an affordable, centrally located home with minimal upkeep or an investor targeting a city-centre rental with good transport links. It offers clear upside through immediate occupancy and low running costs, but purchasers should factor in the neighbourhood challenges and any maintenance or remediation work to the building exterior.
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