Summary - 34 NORFOLK ROAD CLIFTONVILLE MARGATE CT9 2HY
2 bed 1 bath Flat
Affordable renovation opportunity near Walpole Bay and promenade.
- Two-bedroom first-floor flat, c.607 sq ft
- Chain free with 104 years remaining on lease
- Below-average service charge £600; ground rent £100
- Needs full renovation throughout, scope to add value
- Solid brick construction; likely no cavity insulation
- Double glazing present, install date unknown
- High local crime and very deprived area classification
- Excellent mobile signal and fast broadband speeds
This first-floor, two-bedroom Edwardian flat sits about a minutes walk from Walpole Bay and the clifftop promenade, offering genuine seaside location and strong rental or owner-occupier appeal. At 607 sq ft the layout is compact but practical, with bright rooms and period features visible from the exterior. Double glazing is fitted, though its age is unknown.
The property is chain free with 104 years remaining on the lease, modest ground rent (£100) and a below-average service charge (£600). Heating is by mains-gas boiler and radiators. The building is solid-brick as built, which may require added insulation if upgrading energy performance.
Importantly the flat requires full renovation throughout, giving buyers scope to add value and configure the space to their needs. Buyers should budget for refurbishment works, potential wall repairs and possible electrical or insulation upgrades. The area is classified as very deprived and records high local crime rates, which will affect resale and lettability considerations.
For first-time buyers or investors seeking an affordable coastal opportunity, this apartment offers clear upside through renovation and its popular Cliftonville location. Its proximity to local shops, cafés, schools rated Good and transport links into Margate make it convenient; however, the social challenges and refurbishment costs are material factors to weigh before viewing.
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