Summary - 24 THE GABLES HARWICH CO12 3RF
2 bed 1 bath Flat
Chain-free top-floor flat with uninterrupted sea views and two parking spaces..
Uninterrupted sea views from lounge and both bedrooms
Top-floor apartment with balcony and large windows
Two bedrooms, bathroom plus separate shower room
Two parking spaces — one covered, one in car park
Very long lease: 948 years (leasehold)
Service charge approx £1,500 per year
Electric storage heaters; main fuel electricity (may be costly)
Area flagged very deprived with higher local crime rates
Set on the front line of Dovercourt sea front, this top-floor two-bedroom apartment delivers uninterrupted sea views and bright, contemporary living spaces. Large rear windows and patio doors frame the coast, while a generous lounge and balcony provide a comfortable spot to relax and watch the tide. The apartment is offered chain-free and includes two parking spaces, one covered.
Practical strengths include a very long lease (948 years), double glazing installed post-2002 and fast broadband with excellent mobile signal. The layout suits downsizers or seaside retirees looking for low-stairs living with easy access to seafront walks, local amenities and rail/ferry links. The flat measures about 819 sq ft and includes both a bathroom and a separate shower room.
Buyers should note the property is leasehold with an average service charge around £1,500 per year and electric storage heaters as the main heating source, which can be costly. The building dates from the late 1960s/early 1970s and, while well-kept externally, may benefit from cosmetic updating internally to match modern heating and energy standards.
The surrounding area is classified as very deprived with a higher-than-average crime rate; prospective purchasers should factor local social conditions into their plans. On the positive side, local schools are rated well, the beach holds a Blue Flag, and the apartment’s seaside position offers rare uninterrupted coastal outlooks.
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