Wilbee & Son says ..
Nicely presented 1 bedroom House Managed leasehold retirement flat set in a modern environment centrally and conveniently located just off the high street and sea front with some views of the park . The flat is in a very nice condition having recently been redecorated and has newly fitted carpets...
Property Oracle says ..
The property is a retirement property located in Herne Bay, Kent. It benefits from being close to several amenities including Herne Bay train station (0.85km), and several well-regarded schools such as Herne Bay Infant School (Good Ofsted rating, 0.61km) and Herne Bay Junior School (Good Ofsted rating, 0.63km). This suggests a relatively convenient location for residents, particularly those who may rely on public transport or have young grandchildren.
The property itself appears to be well-maintained and in good condition based on the provided images. The building is modern in style, with clean lines and a brick facade. The communal gardens are also well-kept, offering a pleasant outdoor space for residents. The internal photographs reveal a clean and functional interior, suggesting that the property is ready to move into and does not require significant renovation.
While the exact plot size is not specified, the property includes access to communal gardens, which provides residents with some outdoor space. This is a positive feature, particularly for retirement properties where outdoor space can be highly valued.
Considering the list price of £145,000, and comparing it to nearby similar properties (e.g., other retirement properties on Richmond Street listed between £115,000 and £130,000), the price seems competitive. The average price per square foot in the area is £342, but the lack of square footage information for this property prevents a precise comparison. However, given the property’s location, condition, and access to communal gardens, the asking price appears reasonable within the context of the local market.
Therefore, we give this property 7 / 10. *Disclaimer: This is our option and does constitute a recommendation or financial advice. Do your own research. *
- Price
- 7
- Condition
- 9
- Location
- 8
- Land
- 7
- Bedrooms
- 0
- Bathrooms
- 0
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Metrics Year-on-Year
- Average area value
- 316,612.00 £Decreased by 3.71 %
- Average area rental value
- 1,188.00 £/moIncreased by 4.39 %
- Est rental Yield
- 4.50 %Increased by 8.43 %
- Crime Rate
- 19.00 %Unchanged by 0.00 %
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Nearby Schools
| Name | Type | Ofsted | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Poppy Children'S Centre | Children's Centre | 0.17 KM | |
| Fairlight Glen Independent Special School | Other Independent Special School | Good | 0.46 KM |
| Herne Bay Infant School | Community School | Good | 0.61 KM |
| Herne Bay Junior School | Foundation School | Good | 0.63 KM |
| Herne Bay High School | Academy Converter | Good | 1.50 KM |
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Nearby Streets
| Name | Average Price | Average Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Richmond Mews | £ 240,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Queen Street | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Orchard Road | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| North Street | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Prospect Hill | £ 662,500 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
Nearby Transport
| Name | NLC | TLC | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Herne Bay | 5174 | HNB | 0.85 KM |
| Chestfield And Swalecliffe | 5200 | CSW | 6.35 KM |
| Sturry | 5029 | STU | 7.62 KM |
Nearby Listings
| Address | Price | Type | Score | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Richmond Street, Herne Bay, CT6 | £ 125,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| Richmond Street, Herne Bay | £ 160,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| Richmond Street, Herne Bay | £ 149,995 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| Richmond Street, Herne Bay | £ 225,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| Richmond Street, Herne Bay | £ 175,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
Nearby Properties
| Address | Price | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| 152 Kings Road | £ 145,000 | 0.10 KM |
| 26 Brunswick Square | £ 115,000 | 0.11 KM |
| 12 Brunswick Square | £ 125,000 | 0.11 KM |
| 14 Brunswick Square | £ 282,000 | 0.11 KM |
| 34 Brunswick Square | £ 212,500 | 0.11 KM |