Westbourne Mansions, 148-150 Sandgate Road, Folkestone
By Alexander Fleming
£ 225,000
Reviews
2 out of 5 stars
Alexander Fleming says ..
BEING SOLD BY SECURE SALE. TERMS & CONDITIONS APPLY. Starting offers £225,000. Located within the prestigious West End of Folkestone, close to the famous Leas and all local amenities, this first floor flat offers bags of potential and is ripe for refurbishment. Currently arranged as 4 bedr (cont.)
Property Oracle says ..
This 4-bedroom flat located in Westbourne Mansions, Folkestone, presents a mixed bag of opportunities and challenges. Its key strengths lie in its location within the desirable West End area of Folkestone, close to Folkestone Central station, and several schools. The proximity to transportation links and schools makes it an attractive proposition for families. However, the property’s condition is a significant drawback. The photographs clearly show that the interior requires substantial refurbishment, from outdated decor to potential issues with carpets and walls. The kitchen and bathrooms appear dated and in need of complete modernisation. Potential buyers should be aware that the cost of renovating this property will be considerable, significantly impacting the overall cost of the investment. The lack of information about the size of the flat and the lack of exterior space are additional points to consider. While the potential for a beautiful home is there, the required work and associated costs need to be factored into any purchase decision. The property is described as being sold under a ‘secure sale’ scheme, implying potential urgency or specific buyer conditions. Therefore, a thorough investigation of those conditions and potential challenges is highly recommended for potential buyers. Finally, while nearby properties are listed, the absence of square footage for those makes direct price-per-square-foot comparisons challenging, affecting a precise valuation judgment.
Therefore, we give this property 4 / 10. *Disclaimer: This is our option and does constitute a recommendation or financial advice. Do your own research. *
- Price
- 6
- Condition
- 4
- Location
- 7
- Land
- 1
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Sqft (est)
- 1,603.82
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Metrics Year-on-Year
- Average area value
- 192,063.00 £Decreased by 35.58 %
- Est sale value
- 489,165.10 £Increased by 6.27 %
- Average area rental value
- 1,278.00 £/moIncreased by 20.45 %
- Est letting value
- 3,207.64 £/moIncreased by 100.00 %
- Est rental Yield
- 7.98 %Increased by 86.89 %
- Crime Rate
- 6.00 %Unchanged by 0.00 %
Agent Activity
Alexander Fleming marked this listing as sold.
Alexander Fleming created the listing.
Nearby Schools
| Name | Type | Ofsted | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| School Of English Studies | Miscellaneous | 0.46 KM | |
| Earlscliffe (Sussex Summer Schools Ltd) | Other Independent School | Good | 0.53 KM |
| Compass Community School Coastal Park | Other Independent Special School | Requires improvement | 0.94 KM |
| Christ Church Cep Academy, Folkestone | Academy Converter | Good | 1.35 KM |
| The Harvey Grammar School | Academy Converter | Outstanding | 1.36 KM |
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Nearby Streets
| Name | Average Price | Average Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clifton Mansions | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Cliffestone Court | £ 180,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Primrose House | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Cliffe House | £ 975,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Wellfield Road | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
Nearby Transport
| Name | NLC | TLC | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Folkestone Central | 5035 | FKC | 0.88 KM |
| Folkestone West | 5027 | FKW | 1.50 KM |
Nearby Listings
| Address | Price | Type | Score | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sandgate Road, Folkestone, Kent, CT20 | £ 140,000 | BUY | 5 / 10 | 0.01 KM |
| Sandgate Road, Folkestone, CT20 | £ 200,000 | BUY | 5 / 10 | 0.01 KM |
| Earls Avenue, Folkestone, Kent, CT20 | £ 220,000 | BUY | 5 / 10 | 0.05 KM |
| Earls Avenue, Folkestone, CT20 | £ 280,000 | BUY | 5 / 10 | 0.05 KM |
| Westbourne Gardens, Folkestone, Kent, CT20 | £ 30,000 | BUY | 4 / 10 | 0.05 KM |
Nearby Properties
| Address | Price | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| 36 Earls Avenue | £ 125,000 | 0.15 KM |
| 6g Earls Avenue | £ 131,000 | 0.16 KM |
| 66b Bouverie Road West | £ 110,000 | 0.17 KM |
| 66c Bouverie Road West | £ 255,000 | 0.17 KM |
| 72b Bouverie Road West | £ 195,000 | 0.17 KM |