Newton Road, Torquay, TQ2

Offering considerably more space than its price point might suggest, 4a Newton Road is a substantial three-bedroom maisonette extending to approximately 1,185 sq ft, with its own private front and rear entrances, a courtyard garden and well-proportioned accommodation arranged over two floors.

Offered for sale with no onward chain and presented in good order throughout, the property would make an excellent first purchase for buyers looking for genuine space without the price tag of a conventional house. Equally, its accommodation and location make it an interesting proposition for the investment market.

The property is approached through its own private entrance into an entrance vestibule, which opens into an impressive reception hallway. High ceilings and the proportions of the building give the ground floor a pleasing sense of character, while a large understairs cupboard provides valuable storage.

From the hallway is a generous dining area, providing ample space for a full-size dining table and creating a useful second reception area. This continues through to the modern kitchen/breakfast room, which has a practical range of fitted units together with space for appliances and sufficient room for an additional breakfast table.

The first floor continues the feeling of space. A substantial landing connects the principal rooms, including a separate lounge which provides a comfortable main living area away from the kitchen and dining space below.

There are three bedrooms, including two particularly generous double rooms together with a versatile third bedroom which could equally suit a child's room, guest room or home office. The accommodation is completed by a modern fitted shower room.

Gas central heating is installed and, while the property is ready to occupy, there remains plenty of opportunity for a purchaser to introduce their own decorative style over time.

For buyers looking beyond a more conventional flat, the combination of approximately 1,185 sq ft of accommodation, two separate living areas, three bedrooms, independent access and outside space makes this an unusually substantial home at this level of the market.

Although the property does not have allocated parking, Brunswick Square long-stay car park is conveniently located nearby. Torbay Council currently offers parking permits for this car park, providing a useful option for purchasers or tenants who wish to keep a vehicle close to the property. Permit availability, terms and charges should be confirmed directly with Torbay Council.

Investment potential

At a purchase price of £135,000, an indicative rental of approximately £1,200 per calendar month would produce:

£14,400 gross annual rental income

Approximate gross rental yield: 10.7%

That is before allowing for service charges, ground rent if applicable, maintenance, management fees, void periods, insurance or other ownership costs, and the achievable rent should of course be independently confirmed.

Garden

To the rear is a small private courtyard garden, providing a useful low-maintenance outside space rarely associated with maisonettes in this price range.

A private rear entrance and gate lead directly into the adjoining side lane, providing a particularly convenient alternative pedestrian route back towards the road.

The property does not have allocated off-road parking, with parking available on the surrounding streets.