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See how verdicts workStudio flat · BN21 1BU
For saleReduced £15k (−17.6%) on 12 SepListed 166 days
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About
A ground floor studio flat that is set within a characterful building. It is centrally located within walking distance of Eastbourne's town centre and train station.
The flat is now in need of modernisation with scope to improve. The accommodation affords studio room, kitchenette, cloakroom and separate shower room. Offered to the market with no onward chain.
EPC Rating: F Communal Entrance A stained glass feature door opens into the communal entrance hallway, where the flat entrance door is located.
Studio Room (5.82m x 3.20m) The studio room has high ceilings, picture rail and sash windows to the front aspect. Timber framed raised platform which could be used as a sleeping area.
Built in cupboards that have hanging rails and drawers. Powerpoints and ceiling light. Kitchenette (2.30m x 1.16m) An archway and hatch open through to the kitchenette.
Fitted wall and floor units, stainless steel sink with drainer. Hot water heater. Sash window, partly tiled walls and space for appliances.
Shower Room A fully tiled space that has an electric shower, set over a shower tray. Cloakroom (2.16m x 1.16m) Toilet, wall hung basin, vinyl flooring and ceiling light.
Additional Information All dimensions supplied are approximate and to be used for guidance purposes only. They do not form part of any contract. No systems or appliances have been tested.
Kitchen appliances shown on the floor plan are for illustration purposes only and are only included if integrated, built-in, or specifically stated.
Disclaimer All dimensions supplied are approximate and to be used for guidance purposes only. They do not form part of any contract. No systems or appliances have been tested.
Kitchen appliances shown on the floor plan are for illustration purposes only and are only included if integrated, built-in, or specifically stated.
Value & comps
No previous sales on record.
Returns
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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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