Summary - DARWIN COURT 26 HAROLD ROAD CLIFTONVILLE MARGATE CT9 2JX
1 bed 1 bath Retirement Property
Sea views from balcony, bedroom and kitchen
Private balcony and bright 545 sq ft living space
On-site house manager, lift, communal lounge and gardens
106 years remaining on the lease (leasehold)
High annual service charge: £8,000 (covers many services)
Ground rent £405 per year
Electric storage heaters — higher running costs possible
Local area classed as very deprived; crime levels are higher
Set on the first floor of a purpose-built retirement development, this one-bedroom apartment offers reliable coastal living with genuine sea views from the balcony, bedroom and kitchen. The bright lounge opens onto the private balcony, creating a pleasant spot for morning coffee and fresh sea air. The double bedroom includes built-in wardrobes and the accommodation totals about 545 sq ft — comfortable for a single occupant or couple.
The development is aimed at over-60s and provides practical on-site support: communal lounge, well-kept gardens, lift access, an on-site house manager, guest suite and a 24-hour emergency pull-cord system. These communal services are reflected in the annual service charge, which covers insurance, water rates, maintenance, lifts and emergency systems — useful for buyers wanting a low-hassle lifestyle.
Be mindful of the running costs and local context. The service charge is comparatively high at £8,000 per year and ground rent is £405 annually. Heating is by electric storage heaters (main fuel: electricity), and the property is leasehold with around 106 years remaining. The wider area is classified as very deprived with higher local crime levels, although immediate transport links are excellent and the seafront, shops and town centre are all within easy walking distance.
For a downsizer or retiree prioritising seaside access, security and community facilities, this apartment offers straightforward, well-maintained accommodation with clear trade-offs: convenience and support versus above-average communal costs and an urban setting with local deprivation indicators.
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