1-bedroom flat · DT5 2NT
Listing removedReduced £75 (−9.4%) on 11 AugListed 90 days · slow let
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About
Available for immediate occupancy, this well-presented one-bedroom studio apartment offers comfortable, low-maintenance living in a convenient location.
The property is ideal for professionals or individuals seeking a long-term home.
Situated within a well-maintained building, residents benefit from lift access to all floors and the convenience of on-site parking, excellent public transport links are close by, with regular bus routes providing easy access to surrounding areas.
Perfectly positioned to enjoy the outdoors, the property is just a short distance from stunning clifftop walks, offering beautiful coastal scenery right on your doorstep.
Total Deposit (five weeks' rent): £923, of which £184 is payable as a Holding Deposit (one week's rent).
An annual income of £24,000 is required to meet the affordability criteria and applicants will be required to pre-qualify prior to viewing. Tenant Fees Holding Deposit (per tenancy) - One week’s rent.
This is to reserve a property.
Please Note: This will be withheld if any relevant person (including any guarantor(s)) withdraw from the tenancy, fail a Right-to-Rent check, provide materially significant false or misleading information, or fail to sign their tenancy agreement (and / or Deed of Guarantee) within 15 calendar days (or other Deadline for Agreement as mutually agreed in writing).
Security Deposit - (per tenancy) - Rent under £50,000 per year - Five weeks’ rent, Rent of £50,000 or over per year) - Six weeks’ rent.
This covers damages or defaults on the part of the tenant during the tenancy.
Unpaid Rent - Interest at 3% above the Bank of England Base Rate from Rent Due Date until paid in order to pursue non-payment of rent.
Please Note: This will not be levied until the rent is more than 14 days in arrears.
Lost Key(s) or other Security Device(s) - Tenants are liable to the actual cost of replacing any lost key(s) or other security device(s).
If the loss results in locks needing to be changed, the actual costs of a locksmith, new lock and replacement keys for the tenant, landlord any other persons requiring keys will be charged to the tenant.
If extra costs are incurred there will be a charge of £15 per hour (inc. VAT) for the time taken replacing lost key(s) or other security device(s) Variation of Contract (Tenant’s Request) - £50 (inc.
VAT) per agreed variation. To cover the costs associated with taking landlord’s instructions as well as the preparation and execution of new legal documents.
Change of Sharer (Tenant’s Request) - £50 (inc. VAT) per replacement tenant or any reasonable costs incurred if higher.
To cover the costs associated with taking landlord’s instructions, new tenant referencing and Right-to-Rent checks, deposit registration as well as the preparation and execution of new legal documents.
Early Termination (Tenant’s Request).
Should the tenant wish to leave their contract early, they shall be liable to the landlord’s costs in re-letting the property as well as all rent due under the tenancy until the start date of the replacement tenancy.
These costs will be no more than the maximum amount of rent outstanding on the tenancy.
The Real Estate Bureau is registered with the Propertymark Client Money Protection Scheme and The Property Ombudsman Redress Scheme Communal Entrance Hall Lift access to all floors Living Area (4.60 m x 4.32 m (15'1" x 14'2")) The clever open-plan layout maximises space and functionality, while the pull-down bed adds versatility to the living area.
The property combines smart design with comfort, where the kitchen boasts integrated washer/dryer and fridge to further help maximise the space on offer, along with a contemporary shower room comprising a shower cubicle, wash hand basin and W.C.
Kitchen Area (1.47 m x 1.09 m (4'10" x 3'7")) Sink and cupboards. Integral washing machine and fridge. Shower Room (2.21 m x 1.35 m (7'3" x 4'5")) With shower cubicle and electric shower.
Wash basin and WC. Storage cupboards. Council Tax Band The Valuation Office Agency published assessment is band 'A'.
Value & comps
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Rental comparables are shown in the Rental section below. Sold comparables remain for area capital context only.
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