Summary - 118, POLSTEADS SS16 4PL
1 bed 1 bath Flat
Commuter-friendly flat close to Pitsea station and town centre.
Chain free second-floor one-bedroom apartment
This second-floor one-bedroom apartment offers a practical, commuter-friendly base within walking distance of Pitsea town centre and the train station. The open-plan lounge, kitchen and dining area creates a bright social space, while the double bedroom and generous hallway storage suit a single occupant or couple looking for convenient living.
The property is offered chain free and benefits from full double glazing, a secure entry phone system, communal parking nearby and fast broadband and excellent mobile signal — useful for homeworking and everyday connectivity. Main heating is mains gas with a boiler and radiators; there is no flood risk.
Important practical points: the lease has approximately 87 years remaining and the annual service charge averages about £1,417 (includes buildings insurance and ground rent). Council tax band A applies (£1,496 per year). The EPC is rated D. The building dates from the late 1970s–early 1980s and the interior shows mid‑century fittings that will benefit from modernisation.
The area offers local shops, schools (several rated Good by Ofsted) and easy A13 access, but candidates should note the neighbourhood’s high crime statistics and very deprived area classification. For a first-time buyer or buy-to-let investor prepared to update the apartment, this is a low-entry opportunity with strong transport links and immediate occupation potential.
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