£230,000
3 bed flat for saleBabbacombe, Torquay TQ1
3 beds
1 bath
1 reception
EPC Rating: E
Leasehold
About this property
Ground floor apartment
Enviably located adjacent to the cary parks
Within walking distance of both st marychurch precinct & scenic babbacombe downs
Private patio & allocated parking space
Sitting room
Kitchen
Dining room/bedroom 3
2 double bedrooms
Shower room
EPC - E:49
This spacious three-bedroom ground floor apartment is set within an established and sought-after residential district, ideally positioned within easy walking distance of the amenities of both Babbacombe and St Marychurch. The accommodation is well proportioned throughout and benefits from private outdoor space enjoying a sunny aspect. Additional features include allocated parking and the convenience of ground floor living.
The picturesque Babbacombe Downs is a short saunter, where the renowned funicular Cliff Railway links the shingle beaches of Oddicombe and Babbacombe below. Cary Parks are literally on the doorstep with dedicated children's play and dog exercise spaces, tennis courts and bowls club. For adults seeking tranquillity, the beautiful Tessier Gardens is equally accessible. The comprehensive amenities at St Marychurch nearby retain a village ambience, with Torquay Golf Club virtually a tee shot beyond.
EPC Rating: E
Step Inside
The apartment can be accessed from the communal entrance with stairs descending to the garden level or alternatively a sloped approach or steps leads down either side of the property from where three steps open to a pathway leading to the private patio with entry to the apartment. Reception hall with wood effect flooring and storage cupboard housing the water tank and fuse board. Sitting room with sliding patio doors to the private patio. The kitchen is fitted with a range of cream fronted units and granite effect work tops with inset sink. Provisions for cooker and washing machine, space for fridge/freezer and tiled effect flooring.
Bedrooms & Shower Room
The apartment benefits from three double bedrooms with bedroom 1 having two windows overlooking the rear and car park. Bedroom 2 with two windows to the side and bedroom 3 overlooking the rear and car park. Shower room with large walk-in shower, wash basin set in vanity unit with cupboards beneath and WC. Part tiled walls and tiled effect flooring.
Step Outside
The property benefits from an allocated parking space within the resident car park. Use of communal washing lines.
Additional Information
Access: Stepped approach.
Heating: Electric.
Services: Mains Electric, Water & Drainage.
Lease: 199 years from 1 January 1995.
Service charge: £829.91 per half year from October 2025.
Professional management: Crown Property Management, Torquay.
Letting: Assured Shorthold Tenancies (AST) permitted but holiday letting is prohibited.
Pets: Permitted with consent.
Council tax band - C (Torbay Council) - Full charge payable for 2025/2026 is £2,079.86.
Conservation area: Cary Park.
Broadband & mobile -We are advised that Standard, Superfast & Ultrafast broadband are available in the area via Openreach, with mobile signal good outdoor & in-home with EE & Three, good outdoor with Vodafone & O2 (according to the Ofcom website).
Our Area
Torquay is nestled on the warm South Devon coast being one of three towns along with Paignton and Brixham which form the natural east facing harbour of Torbay, sheltered from the English Channel. Torbay's wide selection of stunning beaches, picturesque coastline, mild climate and recreational facilities reinforce why it has rightfully earned the renowned nickname of the English Riviera.
Torquay Is Well Connected
By Train: Torquay Train Station has some direct lines to London Paddington and Birmingham and is just one stop from the main line Newton Abbot. By Air: Exeter Airport provides both UK and international flights. By Sea: Torquay Marina provides a safe haven for boats in all weathers, sheltered from the prevailing south-westerly winds. Regional Cities of Exeter & Plymouth approximately 22 miles and 32 miles respectively. Magnificent Dartmoor National park approximately 12 miles.
Directions
Sat nav: TQ1 3NW
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Anti-Money Laundering (Aml) Compliance
In line with the Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing and Transfer of Funds (Information on the Payer) Regulations 2017, all estate agents are required to verify the identity and legitimate source of funds of every purchaser. We conduct these checks through an independent, specialist service provider, alongside our own internal due diligence. A fee of £18 (£15 + VAT) per purchaser applies once an offer is agreed in principle. Purchasers must complete the digital id verification and provide evidence of funds or financial capability before a memorandum of sale is issued and the property’s status is updated to ‘Sale Agreed’ or ‘Sold STC’.
Balcony
Private patio access from the sitting room.
Parking - Allocated Parking
The picturesque Babbacombe Downs is a short saunter, where the renowned funicular Cliff Railway links the shingle beaches of Oddicombe and Babbacombe below. Cary Parks are literally on the doorstep with dedicated children's play and dog exercise spaces, tennis courts and bowls club. For adults seeking tranquillity, the beautiful Tessier Gardens is equally accessible. The comprehensive amenities at St Marychurch nearby retain a village ambience, with Torquay Golf Club virtually a tee shot beyond.
EPC Rating: E
Step Inside
The apartment can be accessed from the communal entrance with stairs descending to the garden level or alternatively a sloped approach or steps leads down either side of the property from where three steps open to a pathway leading to the private patio with entry to the apartment. Reception hall with wood effect flooring and storage cupboard housing the water tank and fuse board. Sitting room with sliding patio doors to the private patio. The kitchen is fitted with a range of cream fronted units and granite effect work tops with inset sink. Provisions for cooker and washing machine, space for fridge/freezer and tiled effect flooring.
Bedrooms & Shower Room
The apartment benefits from three double bedrooms with bedroom 1 having two windows overlooking the rear and car park. Bedroom 2 with two windows to the side and bedroom 3 overlooking the rear and car park. Shower room with large walk-in shower, wash basin set in vanity unit with cupboards beneath and WC. Part tiled walls and tiled effect flooring.
Step Outside
The property benefits from an allocated parking space within the resident car park. Use of communal washing lines.
Additional Information
Access: Stepped approach.
Heating: Electric.
Services: Mains Electric, Water & Drainage.
Lease: 199 years from 1 January 1995.
Service charge: £829.91 per half year from October 2025.
Professional management: Crown Property Management, Torquay.
Letting: Assured Shorthold Tenancies (AST) permitted but holiday letting is prohibited.
Pets: Permitted with consent.
Council tax band - C (Torbay Council) - Full charge payable for 2025/2026 is £2,079.86.
Conservation area: Cary Park.
Broadband & mobile -We are advised that Standard, Superfast & Ultrafast broadband are available in the area via Openreach, with mobile signal good outdoor & in-home with EE & Three, good outdoor with Vodafone & O2 (according to the Ofcom website).
Our Area
Torquay is nestled on the warm South Devon coast being one of three towns along with Paignton and Brixham which form the natural east facing harbour of Torbay, sheltered from the English Channel. Torbay's wide selection of stunning beaches, picturesque coastline, mild climate and recreational facilities reinforce why it has rightfully earned the renowned nickname of the English Riviera.
Torquay Is Well Connected
By Train: Torquay Train Station has some direct lines to London Paddington and Birmingham and is just one stop from the main line Newton Abbot. By Air: Exeter Airport provides both UK and international flights. By Sea: Torquay Marina provides a safe haven for boats in all weathers, sheltered from the prevailing south-westerly winds. Regional Cities of Exeter & Plymouth approximately 22 miles and 32 miles respectively. Magnificent Dartmoor National park approximately 12 miles.
Directions
Sat nav: TQ1 3NW
WHAT3WORDS:///tend.earth.dated.
Anti-Money Laundering (Aml) Compliance
In line with the Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing and Transfer of Funds (Information on the Payer) Regulations 2017, all estate agents are required to verify the identity and legitimate source of funds of every purchaser. We conduct these checks through an independent, specialist service provider, alongside our own internal due diligence. A fee of £18 (£15 + VAT) per purchaser applies once an offer is agreed in principle. Purchasers must complete the digital id verification and provide evidence of funds or financial capability before a memorandum of sale is issued and the property’s status is updated to ‘Sale Agreed’ or ‘Sold STC’.
Balcony
Private patio access from the sitting room.
Parking - Allocated Parking
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Tenure
Leasehold (168 years)
Service charge
£1,659 per year
Council tax band
C
Ground rent
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