1 bed flat for sale

Northdown Avenue, Margate CT9

Guide price £165,000 to £175,000

Set within an attractive period building on Northdown Avenue, this spacious first floor flat offers a wonderful blend of character, proportions and potential, with well-balanced accommodation extending to over 700 sqft.

The building itself makes a strong first impression, with its handsome façade, bay windows and original detailing typical of the era, while the flat enjoys an elevated position on the first floor, giving a sense of light and privacy throughout.

Inside, the scale of the main living space is immediately apparent. The reception room is a particularly impressive room, with high ceilings, large windows drawing in natural light and ample space for both seating and dining. It’s a room that feels calm and comfortable as it is, yet still offers scope for someone to make it their own.

The bedroom is equally generous in size, easily accommodating a full suite of furniture and continues the theme of good ceiling height and natural light. The layout works well, with a clear sense of separation between living and sleeping areas.

To the rear, the kitchen has a more informal, lived-in feel, with space to dine and a pleasant outlook. While functional, it presents an opportunity for a buyer to update and add value over time. The bathroom sits adjacent and has been more recently improved, offering a clean and simple finish.

Outside, there is access to a shared garden, providing a welcome bit of green space, while on-street parking is available to the front.

The flat will likely appeal to a range of buyers - from first-time purchasers looking for space and character, through to those seeking a property they can gradually enhance. With its generous proportions, solid layout and attractive setting, it offers a strong foundation for both comfortable living and future improvement.

Cliftonville stretches along the clifftops east of Margate, known for handsome period terraces, sea views and a creative, cosmopolitan vibe. Northdown Road anchors day-to-day life with independents, cafés and global food stores, while the Oval Bandstand & Lawns host community events through the year. Walpole Bay Tidal Pool offers year-round sea swimming and the clifftop promenade links easily to Margate Main Sands one way and the quieter bays towards Botany Bay the other, with the Viking Coastal Trail for traffic-free cycling. There are three well regarded primary schools with wider options across Thanet. Getting around is simple: Frequent Thanet Loop buses run along Northdown Road, Margate station is close for HS1 to St Pancras and services to Victoria, Canterbury and Ashford, and road links via the A28 and A299 connect to the M2. Cliftonville suits buyers who want seaside living with creative energy and strong connections.

For further details or to arrange a viewing contact Alexander Russell Estate Agents by telephone, email or find us on social media. Alternatively, you can also get in touch via our website:

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first floor flat -
Hallway
Living Room - 5.11m x 4.55m (16'9" x 14'11")
Kitchen - 3.86m x 2.97m (12'8" x 9'9")
Bedroom - 5.49m x 3.56m (18'0" x 11'8")
Bathroom - 2.03m x 1.45m (6'8" x 4'9")
Loft - partly boarded

external -
Shared Garden
On Street Parking only

tenure -
Leasehold with approx. 83 years remaining
(125 years from 19 March 1985)
Ground Rent - currently £50/ year rising by £25 every 25 years to £125 (next review due 2033)
Service Charge - £500/ year

council tax -
Thanet District Council
Band A (£1,627.14)

EPC rating -
67 | D

services -
We are informed that all mains services are connected to the property

heating -
Gas Central Heating

broadband -
Ultrafast fibre to the property internet available (FTTP)

listed building -
No

conservation area -
No

parking -
On street parking only

outside space -
Shared garden

restrictions, rights and easements -
The property is subject to the terms of the lease, including rights of access and use of shared areas.
The lease requires the property to be used as a private dwelling and not for business use. Short-term or holiday letting may be restricted under the terms of the lease.
Pets may be permitted with the consent of the freeholder.
The property is also subject to historic covenants contained within a conveyance dated 1894, typical of the period, which include provisions relating to the use and development of the land. These are not considered unusual for properties of this type and age.

Buyers are advised to confirm all information with their legal representative.

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agents note - In Compliance with the Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations 2008 we have prepared these sales particulars as a general guide to give a broad description of the property. They are not intended to constitute part of an offer or contract. We have not carried out a structural survey and the services, appliances and specific fittings have not been tested. All photographs, measurements, floorplans and distances referred to are given as a guide and should not be relied upon for the purchase of carpets or any other fixtures or fittings. Room measurements are maximum unless otherwise stated. Lease details, service charges and ground rent (where applicable) are given as a guide only and should be checked and confirmed by your Solicitor prior to exchange of contracts.