Summary - 7 Waverley Place, The Ridings, Paddock Wood TN12 6YA
1 bed 1 bath Apartment
Compact, low-maintenance one-bed near shops and rail links ideal for first buyers.
Chain-free one-bedroom apartment, close to Paddock Wood station and shops
Allocated off-street parking space and communal rear gardens
Generous living room within a compact 431 sq ft footprint
Leasehold with 96 years remaining — affects mortgageability and value
Annual service charge £2,217.05 and ground rent £201 per year
Electric storage heaters; consider potential higher running costs
Council tax band C — modest running tax costs
Area records higher crime rates; consider security and insurance costs
This chain-free one-bedroom apartment sits a short walk from Paddock Wood mainline station, shops and local amenities, making daily commutes straightforward. The living room is generous for the size, and the flat includes an allocated off-street parking space and communal gardens.
The property is compact at about 431 sq ft, suitable for a first-time buyer or investor seeking a low-maintenance home. Heating is via electric storage heaters and the windows are modern double glazing; running costs include an annual service charge of £2,217.05 and ground rent of £201.
Important practical points: the lease has 96 years remaining, which is a material factor for mortgageability and future resale. The area shows higher-than-average crime statistics, so buyers should factor that into insurance and security plans. Council tax band C reflects modest-sized accommodation.
Overall this is a convenient, ready-to-move-in apartment with straightforward local transport links and shops. It offers reasonable value for buyers prioritising location and low external maintenance, but consider the lease length, service charge and electric heating when assessing long-term costs.
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