Summary - Flat 2, 78 High Street, HASTINGS TN34 3EL
1 bed 1 bath Flat
Chain-free character flat with long lease and seafront steps away..
Chain free one-bedroom flat on Hastings High Street
Approx 442 sq ft; well-arranged open-plan living space
Share of freehold and 994-year lease remaining
Georgian Grade II listed — limits renovations and alterations
Communal garden accessible via window, not private garden
Double glazing and gas central heating included
Below-average service charge £600; council tax very cheap
Area classed as deprived with higher local crime levels
Set right on Hastings' historic High Street, this chain-free one-bedroom flat brings Old Town life and the seafront within easy walking distance. The second-floor apartment offers an open-plan lounge/kitchen with good natural light and a double bedroom with fitted storage — a compact, practical home for a first-time buyer or a pied-à‑terre.
Practical benefits include a 994-year lease with a share of the freehold, double glazing, gas central heating and a below-average service charge of £600. The property’s approx. 442 sq ft is well arranged for single occupancy or couples and sits in a Georgian Grade II listed building that delivers period character throughout.
There are important considerations: the building’s listed status will limit alterations and may complicate maintenance or modernisation. Communal garden access is unusual — reached via a window in the communal entrance — so outdoor space is modest and not a conventional private garden. The wider area scores as deprived with higher local crime levels; buyers should review local safety and amenity factors.
Overall, this flat suits someone seeking an affordable, characterful base in the heart of Old Town with immediate access to cafes, galleries and the seafront. It’s particularly appealing for buyers who value location and long lease security over space or major renovation potential.
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