Palermo Road, Babbacombe, Torquay
- PROPERTY TYPE
Apartment
- BEDROOMS
3
- BATHROOMS
1
- SIZE
743 sq ft
69 sq m
Key features
- Chain-Free Three-Bedroom Apartment
- Sought-After Location on Palermo Road
- Private Balcony with Views over Cary Park
- Allocated Parking Space in Residents' Car Park
- Walking Distance to Babbacombe Downs & Cliff Railway
- Adjacent to Cary Park & Local Amenities
- Bright Sitting Room with Southerly Aspect
- Access to Communal Facilities & Secure Entrance
Description
The apartment is attractively priced to reflect its potential for modernisation, presenting an excellent opportunity for personalisation and enhancement.
Rathlin's prime location is adjacent to Cary Park and close to a wealth of amenities. The nearby tennis and bowls clubs, as well as the parade of shops on Reddenhill Road, offer a vibrant local community. Within walking distance lies Babbacombe Downs, England's highest cliff-top promenade, renowned for its spectacular coastal views and access to the historic Cliff Railway. Additionally, St Marychurch is located in the opposite direction, boasting a bustling pedestrianised shopping precinct and a wealth of amenities, including supermarkets, medical practices, and convenient transport links.
Council Tax Band: C (Torbay Council)
Tenure: Leasehold (169 years)
Service Charge: £1,588.89 per year
There are 199 years remaining on the lease from 1 January 1995. The management company is Crown Property Management, based in Torquay. The service charge is £1,588.89 per annum, payable half-yearly. The next payment of £794.45 is due on 1 March 2025.
Broadband options available at the property include:
* Standard broadband (17Mbps download, 1Mbps upload).
* Superfast broadband (48Mbps download, 9Mbps upload).
* Ultrafast broadband (1800Mbps download, 220Mbps upload).
Entrance
The property is accessed through a secure communal entrance that leads to a stepped approach ascending to the second floor. The private front door, equipped with a spyhole, opens into the reception hall, which features a communal door entry intercom system for added security. The hall also includes an airing cupboard housing the hot water tank.
Sitting room
The sitting room benefits from a bright southerly aspect, with a central double-glazed door flanked by side windows, offering access to the balcony. The balcony features tiled flooring and glazed balustrading, providing an elevated view over Cary Park.
Kitchen
The kitchen is fitted with a selection of wall and base units, complemented by roll-edge countertops and a tiled splashback. It includes a one-and-a-half sink with drainer, an electric oven, and a four-ring ceramic hob with an extractor hood above. There is provision for a washing machine and a freestanding fridge/freezer. An obscure glazed window connects the kitchen to the sitting room.
Bedroom one
This main bedroom features twin double-glazed windows with a southerly view over Cary Park. An electric radiator is positioned beneath the windows, and the room includes two built-in wardrobes, offering ample storage space.
Bedroom two
The second bedroom is equipped with twin double-glazed windows overlooking the side of the property. An electric radiator is located below the windows, providing warmth and comfort.
Bedroom three
The third bedroom enjoys a pleasant view over Cary Park and is fitted with an electric radiator for added convenience.
Shower room
The shower room is well-appointed with a double walk-in shower, tiled surround, and wall-mounted handrails for safety. The suite includes a pedestal wash basin with a wall-mounted mirror above, a WC, and part-tiled walls. Additional features include a shaver/light point, a wall-mounted extractor fan, and a heater.
OUTSIDE
The property includes an allocated parking space marked No. 5. Residents benefit from access to communal washing lines, and a communal bin store is conveniently located at the front of the building.
Broadband
Broadband options available at the property include:
* Standard broadband (17Mbps download, 1Mbps upload).
* Superfast broadband (48Mbps download, 9Mbps upload).
* Ultrafast broadband (1800Mbps download, 220Mbps upload).
Brochures
BrochureFull Details- COUNCIL TAXA payment made to your local authority in order to pay for local services like schools, libraries, and refuse collection. The amount you pay depends on the value of the property.Read more about council Tax in our glossary page.
- Band: C
- PARKINGDetails of how and where vehicles can be parked, and any associated costs.Read more about parking in our glossary page.
- Off street,Residents
- GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
- Ask agent
- ACCESSIBILITYHow a property has been adapted to meet the needs of vulnerable or disabled individuals.Read more about accessibility in our glossary page.
- No wheelchair access
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