Summary - 144 WATERVILLE DRIVE VANGE BASILDON SS16 4TY
1 bed 1 bath Studio
Top-floor commuter bolthole near Pitsea station with plentiful parking.
Chain free, ready to buy with no onward chain
Walking distance to Pitsea town centre and railway station
Good commuter links — direct A13 access and fast broadband
Compact double bedroom with fitted wardrobe saves floor space
Electric storage heating; likely higher running costs than gas
Service charge c. £1,700pa; ground rent £80pa — factor into costs
Long lease: 123 years remaining provides security
Area shows very high crime and local deprivation — important consideration
This chain-free studio-style one-bedroom apartment on Waterville Drive offers straightforward, affordable entry to SS16. Located within walking distance of Pitsea town centre and railway station, it suits commuters who need quick A13 access and a fast broadband connection.
The interior is functional: a living room (14'7" x 11'4" max), compact double bedroom with fitted wardrobes, separate kitchen and a three-piece bathroom. Electric storage heating and double glazing keep the layout low-maintenance but mean ongoing energy costs may be higher than gas-heated homes.
Practical positives include plentiful communal parking, a long lease (123 years) and low ground rent (£80 p.a.). Note the service charge is relatively high at around £1,700 per year and the property sits in an area with high recorded crime and local deprivation — factors to weigh for families or long-term owners.
Overall this is best suited to first-time buyers or buy-to-let investors seeking a commuter-focused, no-onward-chain purchase who are comfortable with apartment service charges and electric heating.
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