Summary - 99 FLAT 6 CUMBERLAND AVENUE SOUTHEND-ON-SEA SS2 4LG
2 bed 1 bath Flat
Long lease, chain-free flat minutes from the seafront for buyers ready to update.
- Two double bedrooms with open-plan kitchen/lounge
- Long lease (160+ years) and no onward chain
- Off-street parking via residents’ car park
- Kitchen is dated and requires modernization
- Heating listed both as gas central and electric room heaters
- Service charge around £1,000; ground rent £50 per year
- Area described as very deprived; crime above average
- Short drive to Southend city centre and seafront
This first-floor two-bedroom flat offers a straightforward entry point to Southend living, with a long lease (160+ years) and no onward chain—appealing for first-time buyers seeking a quick move. The layout features an open-plan kitchen/lounge and two double bedrooms, plus residents’ car park for off-street parking. Its location is a short drive from the city centre and seafront, with local shops, bus links and leisure facilities nearby.
The property shows genuine potential but needs updating: the kitchen is dated and would benefit from modernization to improve functionality and value. Heating details are inconsistent in the listing (gas central heating is mentioned, but the summary also lists electric room heaters), so buyers should confirm the actual system and running costs. Service charge (approx. £1,000) and ground rent (£50) apply.
Be aware of wider neighbourhood factors: the immediate area is described as very deprived with above-average crime rates, which may affect resale and rental demand. Positive practical details include an exceptionally long lease, cheap council tax banding, excellent mobile signal and fast broadband—useful for commuters and those working from home.
For a buyer prepared to modernise, this flat offers a low-entry purchase close to Southend’s amenities and coast. Confirm heating type, service charge inclusions and any communal maintenance plans at viewing to assess total ongoing costs.
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