Summary - 153 ST JAMES AVENUE THORPE BAY SOUTHEND-ON-SEA SS1 3LW
3 bed 1 bath Semi-Detached
Easy walk to Thorpe Bay station, shops and seafront — family-friendly with flexible outbuildings.
West-facing established 85ft rear garden with lawn and patio
Set on the desirable Burges Estate in Thorpe Bay, this attractive three-bedroom semi offers a balanced family layout and excellent local amenities. The ground floor centres on a generous open-plan kitchen/diner that flows into an insulated conservatory — an ideal daily hub for family meals and entertaining. A cosy front lounge provides a quieter evening retreat.
Upstairs there are three first-floor bedrooms, two with fitted wardrobes, served by a recently refitted bathroom. Practical additions include a ground-floor cloakroom and private driveway providing off-street parking for multiple cars. The property benefits from mains gas heating, double glazing and a substantial overall size of about 1,273 sq ft.
The West-facing 85ft rear garden is a standout feature, with lawn and patio areas, a wired garden cabin currently used as a home office, and an impressive converted garage arranged as a home pub — useful for hobby space, extended family gatherings or rental potential. The location is particularly convenient: Thorpe Bay Broadway, the station with links to central London, and the seafront are all within walking distance, while good primary and secondary schools are nearby.
Important practical points: the house is a solid-brick build from the mid 20th century and is assumed to have no wall insulation, so prospective buyers should consider potential upgrade costs. There is a single main bathroom upstairs and council tax is above average. Overall, this well-presented home combines seaside convenience, generous outside space and flexible outbuildings — suited to growing families, commuters or buyers seeking comfortable downsizing by the sea.
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