Summary - Wellington Road, Whitby, YO21 YO21 1DY
1 bed 1 bath Flat
Cozy low-maintenance apartment steps from beach and harbour.
One-bedroom open-plan flat, 428 sq ft, central Whitby location
962 years remaining on lease; long leasehold security
Service charge £900/year (~£50/month); no ground rent
Cannot be used as a holiday let — occupancy restrictions apply
Electric room heating; consider higher running costs and upgrades
Solid brick walls (no assumed cavity insulation) — energy improvements possible
Fast broadband and excellent mobile signal; low flood and crime risk
Very low council tax; local area suited to downsizers and retirees
A compact one-bedroom apartment in central Whitby, set within easy walking distance of the harbour, beach and town amenities. The open-plan kitchen/living area is modern and practical, with a red-tiled splashback and laminate flooring that make the most of the 428 sq ft layout. The property is comfortable for single occupancy or a couple seeking a low-maintenance base close to the sea.
The flat is leasehold with 962 years remaining and a below-average service charge of £900 per year (approximately £50 monthly). There is no ground rent; new owners will join the six-flat management company as a director. Heating is by electric room heaters and the building has double glazing; walls are solid brick with no assumed cavity insulation, so consider potential energy-efficiency improvements.
Practical strengths include fast broadband, excellent mobile signal, low flood and crime risk, and very low council tax. The location suits those wanting easy access to shops, healthcare and local leisure facilities; several primary schools and a secondary school are within the town. Note the wider area is classified as self-sufficient retirement and ageing urban communities, which may appeal to downsizers.
Key drawbacks to factor in: the apartment is small (428 sq ft) with modest room sizes; heating is electric which can be more costly than gas; insulation is likely limited; and the property cannot be used as a holiday let. The building dates from the 1950s–1960s, so buyers should budget for routine maintenance and any desired energy upgrades.
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