Summary - THURLASTON COURT 6 MARDALE CLOSE RAINHAM GILLINGHAM ME8 8NX
1 bed 1 bath Flat
Affordable starter home near Rainham station, ideal for first-time buyers.
One double bedroom with built-in cupboard and boarded loft storage
Separate lounge/diner with large window and good natural light
En-bloc garage included for private parking/storage
Approx. 506 sq ft; suitable for single occupant or couple
Ten-minute walk to Rainham train station; fast broadband
Leasehold — circa 83 years remaining; nominal ground rent £5
EPC C and Council Tax Band A; running costs comparatively low
1950s–60s build with assumed uninsulated cavity walls; may need insulation
This second-floor one-bedroom flat in Thurlaston Court offers an affordable entry into Rainham living, suited to first-time buyers or buy-to-let investors. The layout is simple and practical: a separate lounge/diner, fitted kitchen, bathroom, and a double bedroom with built-in storage. Large windows bring good natural light and a boarded loft provides additional storage space.
Practical benefits include an en-bloc garage, fast broadband availability and a short ten-minute walk to Rainham train station, making commutes straightforward. Council Tax Band A and an EPC rating of C help keep running costs reasonable. The block sits back from the road with communal lawns and mature trees, providing a quiet, suburban setting.
The flat is leasehold with around 83 years remaining and a nominal ground rent of £5. The building dates from the 1950s–60s and walls are assumed to be uninsulated cavity construction, so buyers should consider insulation or energy improvements if desired. Accommodation is average-sized at about 506 sq ft, so it will suit a single occupant or couple rather than a family.
Overall this property represents a cost-effective starting home or a compact investment opportunity in a well-connected area. It offers immediate occupation with scope for modest cosmetic updating to add personal style or rental value.
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