Fox & Sons says ..
A bright and spacious one-bedroom first floor retirement flat in the sought-after Merryfield Court. Ideally located across from Seaford's uncommercialised beach and the South Downs National Park, and close to local amenities and transport links.
Property Oracle says ..
This one-bedroom apartment located on Marine Parade in Seaford, East Sussex, offers a convenient location near the seafront and local amenities. The property is part of a larger building, as evidenced by the external photos, and benefits from a communal area. The interior photos reveal a property that is clean but requires modernisation. The décor is dated, and the kitchen and bathroom appear in need of updating. The apartment is compact, with approximately 497 square feet of living space. There is no private garden or outdoor space. The location is a significant plus, with easy access to the beach, shops, and transport links. Nearby schools are also well-regarded. The list price of £100,000 appears to be in line with the market for comparable properties in the area, but the need for renovations may influence buyer negotiations. Potential buyers should factor in the cost of modernisation when considering their offer. The property may be particularly appealing to first-time buyers or those seeking a seaside retirement property, but the lack of private outdoor space will be a drawback for many buyers. Overall, this property presents a mixed bag: a good location but requiring significant updating.
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
- 5
- Location
- 7
- Land
- 1
- Bedrooms
- 1
- Bathrooms
- 1
- Sqft (est)
- 497.29
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Metrics Year-on-Year
- Average area value
- 667,778.00 £Decreased by 2.92 %
- Est sale value
- 274,504.08 £Decreased by 6.28 %
- Average area rental value
- 1,400.00 £/moDecreased by 43.84 %
- Est letting value
- 497.29 £/moDecreased by 50.00 %
- Est rental Yield
- 2.52 %Decreased by 42.07 %
- Crime Rate
- 3.00 %Unchanged by 0.00 %
Agent Activity
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Nearby Schools
| Name | Type | Ofsted | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seaford Primary School | Community School | Good | 1.50 KM |
| Bowden House School | Community Special School | Good | 1.52 KM |
| St. John'S School (Seaford) | Non-maintained Special School | Good | 1.83 KM |
| Annecy Catholic Primary School | Academy Converter | 2.56 KM | |
| Cradle Hill Community Primary School | Community School | Good | 2.64 KM |
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Nearby Streets
| Name | Average Price | Average Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marine Parade | £ 300,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Saint Crispians | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Green Lane | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Kings Ride | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Station Road | £ 850,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
Nearby Transport
| Name | NLC | TLC | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bishopstone (Sussex) | 5402 | BIP | 1.06 KM |
| Seaford (Sussex) | 5333 | SEF | 1.08 KM |
| Newhaven Harbour | 5330 | NVH | 4.28 KM |
| Newhaven Town | 5331 | NVN | 4.54 KM |
| Southease | 5339 | SEE | 9.15 KM |
Nearby Listings
| Address | Price | Type | Score | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marine Parade, SEAFORD | £ 140,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| Marine Parade, SEAFORD | £ 130,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| Marine Parade, Seaford | £ 160,000 | BUY | 5 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| Marine Parade, Seaford | £ 100,000 | BUY | 4 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| Merryfield Court, Marine Parade, Seaford | £ 150,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.01 KM |
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| Address | Price | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| 12 Connaught Road | £ 395,000 | 0.08 KM |
| 35 Connaught Road | £ 83,000 | 0.08 KM |
| 17 Connaught Road | £ 340,000 | 0.13 KM |
| 5 Connaught Road | £ 289,000 | 0.13 KM |
| 9 Connaught Road | £ 275,000 | 0.13 KM |