Summary - 42b, Bouverie Road West CT20 2RU
2 bed 1 bath Flat
Chain-free commuter flat with long lease and renovation potential.
Upper ground floor flat with high ceilings and bay-window character
A spacious two-bedroom upper ground floor flat in Folkestone’s desirable West End, offering generous Victorian proportions and immediate access to town and rail links. The property is chain-free and includes a 25% share of the freehold, so there are no ground rent charges and an exceptionally long lease (971 years) provides long-term security.
High ceilings, bay windows and period fireplace details are strong character drivers and create a bright, airy feel across the 784 sq ft layout. The flat sits four steps up to the communal door, making access easier than a full flight of stairs while still keeping a measure of privacy on the upper ground floor.
Practical running costs are favourable: mains gas central heating, double glazing (install date unknown), a below-average service charge (£600) and very low council tax. The location is well served by shops, cafes and two fast rail links to London — attractive to first-time buyers and buy-to-let investors seeking commuter demand.
Buyers should note material drawbacks honestly: the building is a Victorian solid-brick construction with assumed no cavity insulation and may need upgrading for energy efficiency. The neighbourhood shows higher-than-average crime and area deprivation indicators, which may affect rental yields and resale for some buyers. The interior will benefit from modernization — the flat is habitable but dated and presents clear scope for upgrading and value-adding works.
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