Summary - 11 Esplanade House, Esplanade, PORTHCAWL CF36 3YE
2 bed 2 bath Apartment
Spacious seafront two‑bedroom apartment with gated parking and lift access—chain free..
Chain‑free two‑bedroom first‑floor apartment with sea‑front aspect
Generous open‑plan kitchen/living room, bright with dual aspects
Main bedroom with built‑in wardrobes and en‑suite shower room
Allocated gated parking space and lift access to all floors
Leasehold: ~102 years remaining on a 125‑year lease
Service charge c. £3,300pa; ground rent £150pa — budget accordingly
No flood risk; excellent mobile and fast broadband connectivity
Local area: very high deprivation and high crime — affects resale/rentals
Set on Porthcawl’s seafront, this well‑proportioned two‑double bedroom apartment occupies a convenient first‑floor position in a modern mixed‑use building. The apartment offers a bright, open‑plan kitchen/living room with windows to both front and rear aspects and likely sea views from the front elevation. The main bedroom includes built‑in wardrobes and a walk‑in en‑suite shower; a second double bedroom and separate bathroom complete the layout. Sold chain‑free with one gated allocated parking space and lift access to all floors, it suits someone seeking coastal living with easy access to town amenities.
Practical ownership details are straightforward: the property is leasehold with 102 years remaining on a 125‑year original term, an annual service charge of about £3,300, and ground rent of £150 per year. Broadband and mobile signals are strong and there is good road access to the M4 (J37) and Bridgend. The apartment’s size (around 765 sq ft) is generous for a two‑bed flat and ready for immediate occupation or lettings.
Notable local issues are factual and important for buyer planning: the wider area is classified as ageing urban communities with very high deprivation and a high local crime rate—factors that may affect resale, rental demand, and insurance terms. The service charge is relatively high for an apartment and there are communal running costs tied to the gated development and shared facilities. The building appears well maintained externally, but if long‑term ownership is planned, budget for periodic communal maintenance and service charge inflation.
This property will most appeal to downsizers or retirees wanting seafront proximity, secure parking and low‑maintenance apartment living, and to investors seeking a coastal rental opportunity. For anyone prioritising a quieter, low‑crime neighbourhood, the local crime and deprivation indicators should be carefully weighed alongside the strong transport links and coastal lifestyle benefits.
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