Long lease, low running costs and permitted holiday lets close to town.
Chain-free, recently renovated and move-in ready
A chain-free, recently renovated ground-floor flat set on the hillside above Torquay town centre. The one-bedroom layout is bright and move-in ready, with a modern kitchen including integrated appliances, gas central heating and double glazing. The property unusually offers both a low-maintenance rear courtyard and a separate front garden with secure rear access.
Practical running costs are attractive: Council Tax Band A, a small annual ground rent of £50 and 199 years remaining on the lease. Broadband options range from standard to ultrafast, and the flat permits pets and short-term holiday lets — useful for flexible occupancy or rental income.
Important considerations: the property sits in an area classed as very deprived and the immediate locality records higher-than-average crime levels. The flat contributes 25% towards shared water, buildings insurance and communal maintenance — factor this into ongoing costs. The outside space and exterior show average maintenance and have scope for improvement if you want to maximise curb appeal.
This home suits a first-time buyer seeking a low-effort, central foothold in Torquay — or an investor wanting an easily managed rental, including holiday lets. The combination of recent renovation, long lease and modest running costs creates clear short-term convenience and rental potential, balanced against local socio-economic and security factors.
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