Summary - 29a, Carisbrooke Road TN38 0JN
1 bed 1 bath Ground Flat
Characterful one-bed ground-floor flat — long lease, minutes from station and seafront..
Long lease — approx. 112 years remaining
Close walk to train station and seafront
High ceilings and bay window add character and light
Compact one-bedroom; approx. 589 sq ft
Requires modernisation to kitchen, bathroom and decor
Solid brick walls; likely no wall insulation (older build)
Area deprivation high; local crime above average
Additional leasehold fees and admin costs possible
Light-filled ground-floor flat in St Leonards-on-Sea with characterful Victorian features and immediate access to local transport and the seafront. The apartment benefits from high ceilings, a bay-windowed living room and a large double bedroom — features that make the space feel larger than its footprint suggests.
The property is offered with a long lease (approx. 112 years) and mains gas central heating, making it straightforward for first-time buyers or buy-to-let investors. The solid-brick construction and double glazing (install date unknown) provide a sound base; the flat is well suited to light modernisation to improve comfort and rental/resale value.
Buyers should note the area scores high on deprivation and crime is above average locally; the immediate neighbourhood is cosmopolitan and close to student and migrant-family communities. The flat is compact (c. 589 sq ft) and finishes are basic — updating the kitchen, bathroom and internal decor is likely to be needed to maximise potential. Additional leasehold fees (pack costs, admin) may apply on purchase.
Overall this is a straightforward, characterful starter home or investment in a central coastal location. Its combination of long lease, period features and proximity to the station and seafront gives clear scope to add value, provided buyers accept the need for some improvement and the local-area challenges.
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