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See how verdicts work2-bedroom flat · CO13 9NX
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Ideally located just 100 metres from the stunning seafront, this two double bedroom first floor flat offers a fantastic opportunity for buyers seeking a project in a highly desirable area.
Perfectly positioned between the popular seaside towns of Walton-on-the-Naze and Frinton-on-Sea, the property enjoys convenient access to a wide range of local amenities, charming cafes, beautiful beaches and transport links.
The flat features two generously sized double bedrooms, a bright living area opening onto a balcony, and a layout offering great potential for modernisation.
With its enviable location and excellent scope for improvement, this property is a rare find along this sought-after stretch of the Essex coastline.
ACCOMMODATION: HALLWAY LIVING ROOM – 16’ x 11’9 leading onto balcony KITCHEN – 9’9 x 6’9 BEDROOM ONE – 11’11 x 11’9 BEDROOM TWO – 12’7 x 11’11 BATHROOM W.C PARKING TYPE – Garage, communal parking (awaiting clarification) UTILITIES: Gas Central Heating Mains Electric Mains Water Mains Sewerage LEASE INFORMATION: We have been advised: Length of lease - 99 years from 25/12/1996 – approximately 69 years remaining Service charge for flat approximately - £1400 Per annum.
Ground rent - £N/A Local Authority – Tendring District Council Construction Type – Brick built Property Accessibility – flat is located on the first floor with no lift in block Broadband Availability - Superfast Broadband Available with speeds up to 67mbps (details obtained from Ofcom Mobile and Broadband Checker) - April 2025.
Mobile Coverage – Based on the details obtained from Ofcom Mobile and Broadband Checker, the availability of mobile service is: EE (Voice - None, Data - None), O2 (Voice - Likely, Data - Likely), Vodafone (Voice - Limited, Data - Limited) & 3 (Voice - None, Data - None) – April 2025.
Flood Risk - Data Taken from Gov.UK Flood Map.
The property is located in an area that has a very low probability of flooding from rivers and the sea and a low probability of flooding from surface water - Checked April 2025 Planning Applications in the Immediate Locality - We are not aware of any planning applications in the immediate locality - Checked April 2025 MONEY LAUNDERING REGULATIONS - Please be advised that all purchasers will need to adhere to currents laws of money laundering and therefore will need to provide Boydens Estate Agents photographic identification and proof of residency identification before any transaction is started to comply with the legislation
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