Summary - Flat 14, Yardley House, Francis Road CT10 3RQ
2 bed 1 bath Flat
Chain-free, low-maintenance apartment with balcony near shops and transport links.
- Chain-free two-bedroom first-floor apartment, approx 819 sq ft
- Private balcony with small outdoor space and urban view
- Very long lease (985 years) — effectively no immediate lease concerns
- Service charge £840 pa (below average) and low council tax
- Double glazing fitted after 2002; mains gas boiler and radiators
- Slow broadband speeds in the area — consider upgrade options
- External cavity walls assumed uninsulated — potential insulation improvement
- Located in a communal retirement classified, affluent, very low-crime area
Set on the first floor of a 1960s purpose-built block, this two-bedroom apartment offers an airy, low-maintenance home with a private balcony and well-proportioned rooms. At about 819 sq ft, the layout suits a downsizer or first-time buyer seeking comfortable living close to shops, transport and strong local schools.
The flat is chain-free and comes with an exceptionally long lease (985 years) and a below-average annual service charge of £840, keeping running costs predictable. The building benefits from double glazing installed after 2002 and mains gas central heating via a boiler and radiators, providing straightforward, familiar services.
Buyers should note a few practical drawbacks: broadband speeds in the area are reported as slow, external cavity walls are assumed to lack added insulation, and the property is leasehold (though the remaining term is effectively equivalent to freehold for practical purposes). These factors mean modest retrofit or connection upgrades may be worthwhile for long-term comfort and efficiency.
Overall, this apartment represents a sensible, low-hassle option for those looking to downsize or start on the housing ladder in an affluent, low-crime part of Broadstairs with excellent mobile signal and convenient local amenities including leisure facilities and good schools nearby.
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