Summary - DEVONIA HALL FLAT 5 BERESFORD GARDENS MARGATE CT9 3AJ
1 bed 1 bath Flat
Characterful first-floor one-bed with high ceilings and short walk to the seafront..
Long lease (945 years) and Share of Freehold
Short walk to Margate/Palm Bay seafront and local amenities
High ceilings, sash windows and contemporary kitchen
Approx. 581 sq ft — comfortable one-bedroom layout
Service charge approx £2,000 pa; communal maintenance covered
Solid brick walls assumed with no cavity insulation
Double glazing installed before 2002; energy performance may lag
Slow broadband speeds in the area
Set within an attractive Edwardian conversion on Palm Bay, this well‑presented one-bedroom apartment offers a bright, characterful home a short walk from the seafront. High ceilings, sash-style windows and a contemporary kitchen give a pleasing blend of period charm and modern convenience. The flat is comfortable and ready to move into with gas central heating and a long lease (945 years), making it an uncomplicated purchase for a first-time buyer.
The apartment extends to about 581 sq ft and has a generous double bedroom, separate lounge and a modern bathroom. Communal areas are reported well maintained and the building benefits from double glazing (installed before 2002). Local amenities, schools rated Good to Outstanding and transport links to Margate town centre are all within easy reach, supporting both daily life and potential resale value.
Buyers should note some practical limitations: the property sits in a solid-brick Edwardian building with assumed no cavity wall insulation and the glazing predates 2002, so energy performance may lag newer homes. Broadband speeds are slow in the area and the service charge is around £2,000 a year; council tax is very low. The coastal location is a strong selling point, but cliff-top or exposed sections nearby mean buyers who prioritise seafront proximity should consider long-term exposure and maintenance implications.
Overall this apartment suits a first-time buyer seeking character and coastal lifestyle with minimal immediate work required, while being aware of running costs and potential retrofit needs to improve energy efficiency.
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