Summary - 12 FLAT 7 FRIARS WALK EXETER EX2 4AY
1 bed 1 bath Apartment
Central, characterful city living with parking and long lease close to amenities.
- Grade II-listed lower-ground apartment with period character
- Chain-free sale with 999-year lease and share of freehold
- Allocated off-street parking space included
- Modern open-plan living area and compact kitchenette
- Double bedroom with fitted wardrobe space
- Listed status restricts alterations; may complicate permissions
- Exterior considered dated; maintenance and possible damp risk
- Average broadband; area has higher deprivation despite low crime
This Grade II-listed lower-ground one-bedroom apartment offers characterful living close to Exeter city centre. The home pairs original Georgian proportions in the building with a contemporary open-plan kitchenette and living area, making it a compact, low-maintenance choice for a first-time buyer or investor. The sale is chain-free and includes an allocated off-street parking space and a long 999-year lease with a share of freehold.
Practical positives include a double bedroom with fitted wardrobe space, a bathroom with bath and overhead shower, and excellent mobile signal. The location is highly walkable to shops, transport and schools, and the property’s status and position make it appealing for rental or owner-occupation.
Buyers should note the building’s listed status can restrict alterations and may complicate works or permissions. The exterior appears dated and requires maintenance; there is potential for damp in older masonry, so survey and specialist advice are recommended. Broadband speeds are average and the wider local area scores higher on deprivation metrics, though crime levels are very low.
Overall, this compact apartment is a straightforward, characterful opportunity for someone seeking central access, long lease security and modest running costs, provided they accept listed-building considerations and possible exterior maintenance requirements.
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