Summary - 169B BABBACOMBE ROAD TORQUAY TQ1 3SU
2 bed 1 bath Flat
Affordable central spot near beaches, ideal for first-time buyers or investors.
Share of freehold; no annual service charge or ground rent
Allocated off-street parking space in communal car park
Private balcony; walking distance to Babbacombe Downs and shops
Small overall size — approximately 474 sq ft
Electric room heaters; likely higher running costs than gas
Original stone walls; probable poor insulation and heat loss risk
Dated interior requiring cosmetic updating or refurbishment
Long lease (~180 years) but leasehold pack fees may apply
This compact two-bedroom flat on Babbacombe Road offers an affordable entry into Torquay living with practical perks. Set on the first floor of a mid-terrace building, the apartment includes a private balcony and one allocated parking space in a communal car park — useful for owners or renters who need easy off-street parking.
The layout comprises two bedrooms, an open-plan living/dining room and a separate kitchen. The property has double glazing and room heaters powered by electricity; there is no communal heating system. The long lease (around 180 years) and share of freehold remove ongoing ground rent and service charge costs, though buyers should allow for standard leasehold-related fees such as legal/management packs.
Reality checks: the building is older with granite/whinstone walls that are likely uninsulated and the flat uses electric heating, so heating costs may be higher than modern systems. Décor is dated and the accommodation is small (about 474 sq ft), so the flat is best suited to first-time buyers, couples or investors seeking a low-price rental asset with refurbishment potential.
Location is a genuine selling point: within easy walking distance of Babbacombe Downs, St Marychurch and local shops, cafés and beaches. Broadband speeds are fast and mobile signal is excellent, which supports working from home or letting to tenants who need good connectivity.
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