Summary - 57, Bayswater Road PL1 5BU
1 bed 1 bath Flat
Chain-free one-bedroom flat with balcony and long lease, close to university and station..
Long lease - 119 years remaining
Chain-free sale, ready for quick completion
Private balcony plus communal gardens and storage shed
Permit on-street parking (no allocated space)
Service charge approximately £1,300 per year
Located close to university, station and city centre
Area classified as very deprived; high local crime rate
Likely cosmetic updates required; check appliances and services
Set on Bayswater Road in central Plymouth, this one-bedroom purpose-built flat is a straightforward, chain-free purchase for a first-time buyer or investor seeking a well-located city base. The flat sits on the first floor and offers a double bedroom, a living room that opens onto a private balcony, a practical kitchen and a bathroom. Shared gardens and an external storage shed add useful outdoor and storage space seldom found at this price point.
Practical details work in the buyer’s favour: a long lease (119 years remaining), permit on-street parking, mains gas heating with boiler and radiators, and a low council tax band. The building dates from the 1950–66 period and has standard-height ceilings and medium-sized rooms, so the flat will suit someone looking for a compact, no-frills home close to Plymouth city centre, the university and rail connections.
Be clear about the trade-offs. The property is in a very deprived area with a higher-than-average crime rate, and the communal building is a mid-century block that will show its age. Service charges average around £1,300 pa, which buyers should factor into affordability calculations. The interior appears tidy but likely needs cosmetic updating to modern tastes; any buyer should check appliances and services themselves and factor possible refurbishment costs into their budget.
For first-time buyers seeking central convenience or an investor targeting student/professional lettings, this flat presents immediate occupancy potential with straightforward management. The chain-free sale and long lease make for a quicker transaction, but viewings are recommended to assess condition and communal upkeep before committing.
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