Summary - 18A LOVELACE AVENUE SOUTHEND-ON-SEA SS1 2QU
2 bed 1 bath Flat
Affordable two-bedroom flat with balcony and garden, ideal for first-time buyers or investors.
155-year lease — long term security
Bright bay-fronted lounge with private balcony
Compact, functional kitchen and three-piece bathroom
Private garden present but overgrown; needs clearance
Double glazing installed post-2002
Electric storage heating; higher running costs likely
Solid brick walls assumed uninsulated — retrofit potential
Area has above-average crime and local deprivation indicators
This first-floor two-bedroom flat on Lovelace Avenue offers an affordable entry into Southend-on-Sea with a long 155-year lease. The bay-fronted lounge is bright and adds character, opening onto a private balcony that captures street and treescape views. The layout is compact but sensible: two bedrooms, a separate kitchen and a three-piece bathroom. Double glazing is installed.
Practical running features are straightforward — electric storage heating and mains electricity only — which keeps installation simple but can mean higher energy bills than gas-heated homes. The building’s solid brick walls appear uninsulated (as built), so adding insulation would improve comfort and efficiency. The private garden is a useful outdoor asset but is currently unkempt and will need clearance and basic landscaping.
Location is the property’s strong suit: close to the city centre, seafront and mainline stations with direct links to London, making it suitable for commuters or buy-to-let investors. Local services and shops are within easy reach. Note the local context: the area scores as hampered aspiration with above-average crime and wider deprivation indicators — important for buyers to consider for long-term value and letting prospects.
Overall, the flat presents a low-cost purchase opportunity for first-time buyers seeking a compact coastal town residence or investors targeting rental demand. Cosmetic updating and some energy-efficiency improvements would likely increase appeal and rental income potential.
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