West Road, Shoeburyness, SS3 9DP

Mill Lodge sits at the far eastern edge of Southend's seafront, in the part of Shoeburyness where the town gives way to open coastline.

East Beach and the Gunners Park nature reserve, the old MOD ranges now given over to walking trails and wide green space, are within easy reach on foot, and West Road's everyday shops, cafes and takeaways are right on the doorstep.

Shoeburyness station, with its c2c line into London Fenchurch Street, is also a short walk away, giving the location a genuine coastal feel without losing the practicality of a direct commute.

The flat itself is a two-bedroom ground-floor apartment within a small block set back from the road, with residents' parking in a shared courtyard to the rear.

Inside, the accommodation comprises an entrance hall, kitchen, two bedrooms and a bathroom, arranged over a compact 394 sq ft and in need of modernisation throughout.

The flat is offered with no onward chain. It has been owned by the same family for many years and more recently let out, so this is a first opportunity in some time for a new owner to take it on.

Worth noting: the lease has 61 years remaining, which means the flat will suit cash buyers rather than those needing a mortgage, a factor reflected in the price.

The service charge is £780 per year and the ground rent £90 per year.