Summary - 7 Hillside Apartments, 12 Hanover Terrace YO21 1QQ
1 bed 1 bath Apartment
Smart, compact apartment with parking and communal garden — ideal first home..
Central Whitby location — short walk to shops, amenities and coast
Designated off-street parking space included, rare for apartments
Communal gardens available to residents
Compact size (approx. 399 sqft) — best for one person or couple
Leasehold with 966 years remaining — long lease but leasehold tenure
Service charge £491 (below average); council tax very cheap
Pets and holiday lettings strictly prohibited by the lease
Period building with assumed cavity walls lacking insulation
This compact one-bedroom apartment sits in a central Whitby spot, a short walk from shops, services and coastal attractions. Set within a period building, the flat benefits from tasteful modern touches — a fitted kitchen, a contemporary bathroom and double glazing — alongside original character features such as high ceilings to parts of the building.
The layout is efficient: an open-plan lounge/kitchen/diner with a feature arch, a double bedroom with built-in wardrobe, and useful eaves storage plus loft access. Practical extras include a designated off-street parking space and well-kept communal gardens, both uncommon for apartment owners in the town and helpful for everyday convenience.
Important practical points: the property is leasehold (very long lease remaining of 966 years) with a below-average service charge of £491; pets and holiday lets are expressly prohibited under the lease. The apartment is small (approximately 399 sq ft) and will suit someone seeking a manageable, low-maintenance first home rather than large living spaces. Walls are assumed to have no cavity insulation (period construction), so buyers prioritising thermal efficiency may want to investigate retrofit options.
Overall, this is a straightforward, well-presented starter home or buy-to-let opportunity for a purchaser who values central location, parking and low upkeep. Be aware of the size limits, lease restrictions on pets/holiday letting, and the broader area’s higher deprivation indicators when comparing to other options.
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