2 bed flat for sale

Essex Street, Whitstable CT5

This purpose-built, self-contained ground floor apartment is offered with no onward chain and enjoys a highly convenient location within close proximity to a range of local amenities and Whitstable town centre, which boasts an array of independent shops, cafes and restaurants. The well-appointed accommodation comprises a spacious, light-filled lounge/dining room, a newly fitted kitchen, two bedrooms, bathroom and an en suite shower room to the principal bedroom. Further benefits include allocated off-road parking for one vehicle. Positioned in a sought-after area, the property lies approximately 200 yards from local shopping facilities with regular bus services just 350 yards away on Canterbury Road providing access to Whitstable town centre (approx. 525 yards) and the historic Cathedral City of Canterbury (approx. 6.3 miles). Whitstable mainline railway station is located around 0.7 of a mile from the property offering convenient links to London and beyond, while the charming Whitstable seafront is approximately 0.6 of a mile away providing delightful coastal walks to the working harbour.

Non Approved Draft Details

Entrance

Stained wood front entrance door to :-

Lounge/Diner - 19' 11 x 11' 7 Max (6.08m x 3.54m)

Feature full height corner windows to front and side. Additional window to front. Radiator. Thermostat control for central heating. Laminate flooring. Cupboard housing Ideal gas boiler supplying hot water and central heating. Storage cupboard. Opening to kitchen. Door to inner hall.

Kitchen - 10' 0 x 5' 2 (3.05m x 1.58m)

Newly fitted kitchen with matching range of wall and base units. Inset single drainer and stainless steel sink unit. Work surfaces. Partially tiled walls. Inset electric hob with extractor cooker hood above and built-in fan assisted electric oven below. Plumbing for washing machine.

Inner Hall

Laminate flooring.

Bedroom 1 - 12' 2 x 9' 0 (3.71m x 2.75m)

Window and door to side. Radiator. Door to en-suite.

En-Suite - 8' 1 x 3' 1 (2.47m x 0.94m)

Suite in white comprising shower cubicle, pedestal wash hand basin and WC with concealed cistern. Chrome heated towel rail. Partially tiled walls. Extractor fan. Light and shaver point.

Bedroom 2 - 8' 10 x 7' 0 (2.7m x 2.14m)

Window to side. Radiator.

Bathroom - 6' 5 x 5' 2 (1.96m x 1.58m)

Suite in white comprising panelled bath with mixer tap and shower attachment over bath with screen to side, pedestal wash hand basin and WC with concealed cistern. Chrome heated towel rail. Partially tiled walls. Extractor fan. Shaver point.

Main Services

The following mains services are connected to the property electricity, water, gas, drainage and a telephone line. All services will be subject to the appropriate companies transfer conditions.

Heating

Central heating is provided by a gas fired boiler situated in the lounge and hot water radiators as indicated in these particulars.

Windows

The windows are generally of painted timber frames and double glazed sealed units.

Tenure

The property is to be sold Leasehold with the benefit of share of the freehold and vacant possession.
The Lease runs for a period of 249 years from 1st January 2000.
The current service charge is £285 per annum.
The building insurance cost is £289.80 per annum.

Council Tax

We are advised by the Valuation Office that the property is currently within Council Tax Band B. The amount payable under tax band B for the year 2025/2026 is £1,791.42.

Viewing

Please ring us to make an appointment. We are open from 9am to 6pm Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm Saturdays and by appointment only on Sundays.

Agent Notes

Kent Estate Agencies gives notice for themselves and for the sellers of the property, whose agents they are that any floor plans, plans or mapping and measurements are approximate quoted in metric with imperial equivalents. All are for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The measurements are provided in accordance with the R.I.C.S. Code of Measuring Practice 6th edition.<br />We have not carried out a structural survey and the services, appliances and specific fittings have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. Prospective purchasers or lessees should seek their own professional advice. Kent Estate Agencies retain the copyright in all advertising material used to market this property.<br />No person in the employment of Kent Estate Agencies has any authority to make any representation or warranty whatever in relation to this property. Purchase prices, rents or other prices quoted are correct at the date of publication and, unless otherwise stated, exclusive of VAT.<br />For a free valuation of your property contact the number on this brochure. Printed 30th July 2025