Ground-floor two-bedroom apartment, approx. 697 sq ft
Requires renovation and cosmetic modernisation throughout
Long lease — 958 years remaining (easy to mortgage)
Small private courtyard; limited outdoor space
Off-street parking included — rare for central location
Central location; close to station, seafront, shops, schools
High local crime levels and very deprived area — impacts value
Excellent mobile signal and fast broadband speeds
This ground-floor, two-bedroom apartment sits in a period building close to Weston-super-Mare town centre. The flat offers a generous kitchen/diner, a bay-fronted living room and a small private courtyard — practical features for everyday living and for rental appeal.
The property requires modernisation throughout, presenting a clear opportunity to add value through cosmetic improvements and kitchen/bathroom upgrades. The long lease (958 years remaining) removes common leasehold concerns and makes the home straightforward to mortgage or let.
Practical benefits include off-street parking — uncommon for central flats — plus excellent mobile signal and fast broadband, making it suitable for commuters and working-from-home tenants. Local schools and transport links are within easy reach, and the seafront and town centre are walkable.
Be upfront that the area records higher crime levels and significant local deprivation; this will affect resale pricing and rental yields in the short term. The apartment’s modest private outdoor space and shared entrance mean it suits buyers seeking convenience and value rather than a large garden or fully private access.
