One-bedroom first-floor flat, approximately 450 sq ft
Share of freehold with an exceptionally long 986-year lease
Low service charge £70 pcm and very cheap council tax
Box bay window in lounge with distant sea view
Off-street parking available but on a first-come, first-served basis
Double glazing and gas central heating with boiler and radiators
Fast broadband and excellent mobile signal; 15-minute walk to station
Located in a relatively deprived area — may affect long-term growth
This bright one-bedroom first-floor flat on Wrotham Road offers a compact seaside base or a straightforward rental investment. At about 450 sq ft the layout is efficient: lounge with a box bay and distant sea view, a modern kitchen, double bedroom and bathroom. The property has been well maintained and benefits from double glazing and gas central heating.
Practical positives include a very long lease (986 years) and a share of freehold, low service charge (£70 pcm) and cheap council tax, all of which reduce ongoing ownership costs. Broadband speeds are fast and mobile signal is excellent, while the station and regular Loop bus make commuting to Ramsgate, Margate and Canterbury convenient.
Notable limitations are the flat’s modest size and limited parking — off-street spaces are available on a first-come, first-served basis. The immediate area is classified as relatively deprived, which may affect longer-term capital growth compared with more affluent neighbourhoods. Overall this property suits a first-time buyer seeking low-running-cost coastal living or an investor wanting a lettable seaside flat with straightforward management.
