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See how verdicts work1-bedroom flat · EX10 8QS
For saleReduced £10k (−4.4%) on 15 OctListed 80 days
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About
This immaculately presented one double bedroom, first floor apartment is situated in the heart of the town centre within 150 metres of the sea front and shops.
Featuring a south facing balcony with a sea and countryside view as well as an allocated parking space in the secure, communal garaging area, a well equipped kitchen, delightful sitting room with an adjoining balcony, one double bedroom and a contemporary shower room/WC.
The apartment has been successfully let for a number of years providing an excellent yield, which is available on request and the homeowner is prepared to include the fixtures and furnishings within the sale.
The apartment also benefits from a good range of storage, electric heating, double glazing and lift access. A viewing of immaculate home is highly recommended. EPC= C.
Location Western Court is a development of 34 apartments and is very conveniently situated in a level location within 150 metres of the esplanade and a similar distance from the town centre shops.
Located on part of the world famous 'Jurassic Coast', Sidmouth is a delightful, unspoilt, genteel resort town situated in and along the lovely Sid Valley in East Devon.
It has retained much of its Regency and Victorian character and is well served by a range of amenities including hospital, theatre, cinema, golf course, supermarkets and a town centre with a wealth of interesting, individual shops.
Sidmouth is also well placed for transport links, lying within 15 miles of Exeter and the M5 and within just 10 miles of Exeter airport, Honiton and the A30 link road.
Outside Western Court is served by a secure, gated garage area that provides allocated spaces for individual apartments. There is access from this area leading to the lift and stairs.
Door to communal bin store. Communal visitor parking is also allocated within the garage.
Tenure and Maintenance We understand from the vendor that a 999 year lease was granted on this property in 2001.
We are informed by the vendor that the management charges are currently (Aug 2026) approximately £190 per calendar month which includes buildings insurance, contribution to the high expenditure fund and maintenance of common areas.
We understand that each flat owner is shareholder in the management company that owns a share of the freehold.
We have seen no original documentation to verify this information which should be checked by your legal adviser before entering into a legally binding contract.
Further Information Pets Permitted within the lease. East Devon Local Authority. Tax Band=Currently Business Rates-Previously Band B. Water Meter. Wall mounted electric heaters and hot water cylinder.
Lease Start Date 22/08/2001 Lease End Date 23/08/3000 Lease Term 999 years from 23 August 2001 Lease Term Remaining 974 years Important Note to Potential Purchasers & Tenants: We endeavour to make our particulars accurate and reliable, however, they do not constitute or form part of an offer or any contract and none is to be relied upon as statements of representation or fact.
The services, systems and appliances listed in this specification have not been tested by us and no guarantee as to their operating ability or efficiency is given.
All photographs and measurements have been taken as a guide only and are not precise. Floor plans where included are not to scale and accuracy is not guaranteed.
If you require clarification or further information on any points, please contact us, especially if you are traveling some distance to view.
Potential purchasers: Fixtures and fittings other than those mentioned are to be agreed with the seller.
Potential tenants: All properties are available for a minimum length of time, with the exception of short term accommodation. Please contact the branch for details.
A security deposit of at least one month’s rent is required. Rent is to be paid one month in advance. It is the tenant’s responsibility to insure any personal possessions.
Payment of all utilities including water rates or metered supply and Council Tax is the responsibility of the tenant in most cases. QSI260125/8
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