Summary - Flat D, 68 Shorncliffe Road CT20 2PD
1 bed 1 bath Flat
Large ground-floor apartment with garden and parking, ideal for commuters.
Approx. 794 sq ft of living space, unusually large for a one-bed flat
Private rear gravelled courtyard, low-maintenance outdoor space
Allocated off-street parking included
Extra reception room ideal as home office or guest room
Long lease — approximately 139 years remaining
Service charge approx. £1,840 per year (budget for shared costs)
Newly renovated interior with modern bathroom and double glazing
External walls assumed cavity with no added insulation (possible future cost)
This well-presented one-bedroom flat on Shorncliffe Road combines period character with a contemporary finish, offering roomy living across approximately 794 sq ft. The layout includes a large lounge/diner, separate kitchen, double bedroom, modern bathroom and an extra reception room that works well as a home office or guest room. A private rear courtyard garden and allocated off-street parking add rare outdoor and parking convenience for a town-centre flat.
Practical ownership features include a long lease (approx. 139 years remaining), mains gas central heating, double glazing and low local crime. The property sits close to Folkestone West station and local amenities, with fast broadband and excellent mobile signal — attractive for commuters and professionals seeking an easy London commute.
Buyers should note this is a leasehold flat with an average service charge of £1,840 per year and a modest council tax. The building dates from c.1900–1929 and while the interior is newly renovated, the external walls are assumed to be cavity construction with no added insulation — further insulation work could be a future cost if desired.
Overall this apartment suits a commuter, first-time buyer or buy-to-let investor looking for a spacious, low-maintenance home close to transport links and town amenities, with scope to personalise outside space and internal finishes over time.
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