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See how verdicts work1-bedroom flat · SS7 4BY
No longer listedReduced £10k (−5.9%) on 21 JunListed 201 days
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About
This well-presented ground floor one-bedroom apartment offers an excellent opportunity for first-time buyers and investors alike.
Ideally located in the sought-after area of Benfleet, the property provides easy access to a range of local amenities.
Tarpots Corner, with its selection of shops, cafés, and restaurants, is just a short walk away, while convenient bus links offer direct routes to both Basildon and Southend town centres.
The nearby Bread and Cheese pub further enhances the appeal, offering a welcoming spot to enjoy a traditional Sunday roast.
With its prime location and strong rental potential, this apartment represents a smart choice for those looking to invest.
Accessed via a secure entry phone system, the property opens into a communal hallway leading to the private front door. Inside, the entrance hall includes useful storage and a storage heater.
The bright and airy lounge/diner benefits from double glazed windows and flows seamlessly into the open-plan kitchen, which is fitted with a range of wall and base units.
The kitchen comes equipped with essential appliances including a cooker, fridge freezer, and washing machine, along with tiled splashbacks and flooring.
The bedroom offers a comfortable and cosy retreat, complete with double glazed windows and soft carpeting underfoot.
The recently modernised shower room has been finished to a stylish standard and features a pedestal wash hand basin, low-level W.C., tiled walls, extractor fan, and a heated towel rail.
Externally, residents can enjoy communal gardens with mature shrubs and a pathway leading to the entrance. The property also benefits from an allocated parking space for one vehicle.
In summary, this is a fantastic opportunity not to be missed. Whether you’re stepping onto the property ladder or expanding your investment portfolio, this apartment ticks all the boxes.
Contact us today to arrange your viewing. Tenure: Leasehold Years remaining: Approx.
62 Ground Rent: £75 per annum Service Charge : £84.33 per quarter Council tax band : B Bedroom (10'6 x 7'7) Kitchen (8'6 x 8'6) Sitting Room (13'1 x 8'10) Shower Room (6'3 x 4'7)
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Properties like this can earn 2–3x BTL yields when converted to HMO, with retrofit costs around £10k/room. Sign in to see the full tier, yield projection, and cost breakdown.
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