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57A

HEYGATE AVENUE, SOUTHEND-ON-SEA, SOUTHEND-ON-SEA SS1 2AN

2 beds 1 baths 62 m² Listed 3 Sep 2025 (-412d)

£250,000

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Property details

Tenure

LEASEHOLD (116 years remaining on lease)

Floor area

62 m²

Council tax band

A

EPC rating

D

Last sold

£255,000 Apr 2026

Price per m²

£4,032/m²

Local average

£231,566 (+8%)

Deprivation

Decile 1 (1,301 of 33,755)

Street crime

999 incidents within 1 mile (Aug 2026)

Key features

  • Beautifully Presented & Spacious First Floor Apartment
  • Two Double Bedrooms
  • 18'3 Front Lounge
  • Modern Fitted Kitchen
  • Many Original Character Features Throughout
  • Off Street Parking
  • Own Rear Garden
  • Great Location Close To City Centre, Seafront & Rail Lines
  • Viewing Essential
  • EPC Rating 'D' (Potential 'C')

Additional details

Electricity
Mains supply
Water
Mains supply
Sewerage
Mains supply
Heating
Gas central
Parking
Off street
Garden
Yes
Listed property
No
Restrictions
Yes
Required access
No
Rights of way
No
Flooded in last 5 years
No
Flood defences
No

Description

Beautiful 1st floor flat, city centre location! 18'3" lounge, 2 doubles, period features, private garden, parking. Near station & seafront. Gas heating, 100+ year lease. Character meets modern comfort! Must View!

This beautifully presented first floor apartment enjoys an exceptional city centre location, placing rail connections and the stunning seafront within an easy stroll. The perfect blend of convenience and character, this spacious home retains charming original features while offering contemporary comfort. The generous accommodation showcases an impressive 18'3" front lounge that creates a welcoming space for relaxation and entertaining, complemented by two well-proportioned double bedrooms offering flexible living arrangements. The modern fitted kitchen and stylish bathroom demonstrate quality throughout, while full double glazing and efficient gas central heating ensure year-round comfort. Standout features include convenient off-street parking - a valuable asset in this prime central location - plus the rare benefit of direct access to your own compact private rear garden. This delightful outdoor space provides a peaceful sanctuary right in the heart of the city, perfect for morning coffee or evening relaxation. With over 100 years remaining on the lease, this property offers excellent long-term security and peace of mind. The combination of character charm, modern amenities, central location, off street parking and private garden access makes this an outstanding opportunity. This exceptional apartment perfectly balances period character with contemporary living, all in an unbeatable location that puts the best of city and coastal life at your fingertips. An internal viewing is essential to fully appreciate the generous proportions, quality presentation, and unique features this remarkable property offers.

Accommodation Comprising - Front door with security entryphone system leading to communal entrance lobby with own front door to...

Entrance Hall - Staircase to large first floor landing, two radiators, built in storage cupboard, inset ceiling spotlights, doors off to...

Lounge - 5.56m x 4.57m into bay (18'3 x 15' into bay) - Stunning front lounge with large double glazed window and additional double glazed window to front all with fitted plantation shutters, feature fireplace with tiled inserts and matching hearth, radiator, picture rail, smooth plastered coved ceiling with ceiling rose...



Bedroom 1 - 3.73m x 3.53m (12'3 x 11'7) - Double glazed window to rear, radiator, feature cast iron fireplace with tiled hearth, picture rail, smooth plastered ceiling...



Separate W.C. - White low level W.C., corner mounted wash hand basin, marble effect panelling to dado height, obscure double glazed window to side...

Bathroom - 2.64m x 1.47m (8'8 x 4'10) - Suite comprising freestanding roll top bath with central mixer tap and shower attachment, pedestal wash hand basin, radiator, marble effect panelling to picture rail, smooth plastered ceiling with loft access, obscure double glazed window to side...

Kitchen - 2.64m x 2.24m (8'8 x 7'4) - Range of modern fitted white high gloss base units with complementing working surfaces over, inset single drainer stainless steel sink unit, integrated gas hob with oven below and extractor hood over, space and plumbing for washing machine and slimline dishwasher, space for fridge/ freezer, matching range of wall mounted units, toning acrylic splashbacks, wall mounted gas central heating & hot water boiler, smooth plastered ceiling with inset spotlights, double glazed window to side...

Bedroom 2 - 3.68m x 3.25m (12'1 x 10'8) - Double glazed door providing access to rear garden, additional double glazed window to side, radiator, feature fireplace with slate hearth, built in storage cupboard, smooth plastered ceiling...



Externally -

Off Street Parking - Allocated off street parking space to front of property, property is also located within a residents permit zone with annual permits available from the Local Authority for £22...

Rear Garden - Timber balcony accessed via Bedroom 2 with stairs down to own compact rear garden, paved with artificial lawn and flower/ shrub border...

Listed by

Southend

1st Call Sales & Lettings

Reference: 166526345

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

Current rating: D

Potential rating: C

Inspection date: 03/06/2025

Expiry date: 02/06/2035

Current heating cost: £759/year

Potential heating cost: £391/year

Est. upgrade cost to C: £9,225

Recommendations

  • Increase loft insulation to 270 mm (£100 - £350)
  • 50 mm internal or external wall insulation (£4,000 - £14,000)

View full EPC on gov.uk

Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

Registered land (INSPIRE)

This location falls inside an HM Land Registry INSPIRE registered freehold polygon.

Building plot (shared): ~175 m² (0.04 acres) (area is for the building, not the flat)

Source: HM Land Registry INSPIRE Index Polygons.

Floorplans

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EPC Graphs

EE Rating

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FENSA Certificates

This property has 2 FENSA certificate(s) on record, indicating window/door installations by FENSA-approved installers.

FENSA Certificate #8614840

Property Details

Street: 57a Heygate Avenue

Town: SOUTHEND-ON-SEA

Postcode: SS1 2AN

Installation Details

Items: 10 windows and 2 doors

Certificate Issued: 23/01/2012

Work Completed: 21/12/2011

This certificate data was retrieved from FENSA's database

FENSA Certificate #13369843

Property Details

Street: 57a Heygate Avenue

Town: SOUTHEND-ON-SEA

Postcode: SS1 2AN

Installation Details

Items: 1 window

Certificate Issued: 04/02/2019

Work Completed: 30/12/2018

This certificate data was retrieved from FENSA's database

What is FENSA? FENSA (Fenestration Self-Assessment Scheme) is a government-authorised scheme that monitors building regulation compliance for replacement windows and doors. Certificates indicate that work was completed by FENSA-approved installers.

Price history

231% since 2011

Event Date Price % change
Sold 20/04/2026 (6 months ago) £255,000 +21.4%
Sold 13/10/2022 (4 years ago) £210,000 +13.5%
Sold 22/09/2017 (9 years ago) £185,000 +49.2%
Sold 26/08/2015 (11 years ago) £124,000 +61%
Sold 24/11/2011 (14 years ago) £77,000 —

Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. Crown copyright.

Sold Comparables

Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles (last 5 years). Data from Land Registry Price Paid.

Address Price Date Type
Same street 57 HEYGATE AVENUE, SOUTHEND-ON-SEA, SS1 2AN £225,000 27/03/2025 Flat
18 ST LEONARDS ROAD, SOUTHEND-ON-SEA, SS1 2HG £166,000 09/10/2023 Flat
Same street 89A HEYGATE AVENUE, SOUTHEND-ON-SEA, SS1 2AN £104,000 03/10/2023 Flat
49 FLAT 4 YORK ROAD, SOUTHEND-ON-SEA, SS1 2BZ £245,000 19/09/2023 Flat
49 FLAT 5 YORK ROAD, SOUTHEND-ON-SEA, SS1 2BZ £250,000 19/09/2023 Flat
QUEENSWAY LODGE FLAT 5 HORACE ROAD, SOUTHEND-ON-SEA, SS1 2DN £235,000 18/04/2023 Flat
6 ST LEONARDS ROAD, SOUTHEND-ON-SEA, SS1 2HG £175,000 22/12/2022 Flat
19B HIGH STREET, SOUTHEND-ON-SEA, SS1 1JE £155,000 20/12/2022 Flat
74 FLAT 4 YORK ROAD, SOUTHEND-ON-SEA, SS1 2BY £108,000 15/12/2022 Flat
74 FLAT 1 YORK ROAD, SOUTHEND-ON-SEA, SS1 2BY £108,000 29/11/2022 Flat
27 ST LEONARDS ROAD, SOUTHEND-ON-SEA, SS1 2HG £165,000 23/11/2022 Flat
Same street 71B HEYGATE AVENUE, SOUTHEND-ON-SEA, SS1 2AN £165,000 15/11/2022 Flat
6 ST LEONARDS ROAD, SOUTHEND-ON-SEA, SS1 2HG £180,000 14/11/2022 Flat
1 BALTIC AVENUE, SOUTHEND-ON-SEA, SS1 2DB £165,000 15/07/2022 Flat
76 FLAT 3 YORK ROAD, SOUTHEND-ON-SEA, SS1 2BY £103,000 07/07/2022 Flat
74 FLAT 3 YORK ROAD, SOUTHEND-ON-SEA, SS1 2BY £110,000 09/06/2022 Flat
17 LOWER FLAT PORTLAND AVENUE, SOUTHEND-ON-SEA, SS1 2DD £208,000 27/05/2022 Flat
7A HERBERT GROVE, SOUTHEND-ON-SEA, SS1 2AT £192,000 13/05/2022 Flat
88D YORK ROAD, SOUTHEND-ON-SEA, SS1 2BY £67,000 22/04/2022 Flat
Same street 89B HEYGATE AVENUE, SOUTHEND-ON-SEA, SS1 2AN £158,000 31/03/2022 Flat
1 HORACE ROAD, SOUTHEND-ON-SEA, SS1 2DN £162,000 31/03/2022 Flat
73 FLAT 3 YORK ROAD, SOUTHEND-ON-SEA, SS1 2BZ £127,500 25/03/2022 Flat
Same street 53 FLAT 2 HEYGATE AVENUE, SOUTHEND-ON-SEA, SS1 2AN £111,000 16/03/2022 Flat
66 HEYGATE AVENUE, SOUTHEND-ON-SEA, SS1 2AR £125,000 16/03/2022 Flat
118A YORK ROAD, SOUTHEND-ON-SEA, SS1 2DJ £135,000 28/02/2022 Flat

Street average: £152,600 (5 sales)

Area average: £159,075 (20 sales)

Capital growth trend

Land Registry outcode average: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago (from sold prices).

5y growth 26.3%
10y growth 38.6%

House Price Index (HM Land Registry — official index, not sold-price averages): Southend-on-Sea. Series: Flats and maisonettes. As of July 2026.

1y (index) -0.8%
5y (index) 1.2%
10y (index) 19.2%

Rental Range

Estimated market rent for Southend-on-Sea. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.

Low £1,175/mo
Realistic £1,306/mo
Optimistic £1,437/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Southend-on-Sea.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for Southend: £873/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Nearby

Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).

Type Name Distance
Shop York Superstore 0.0 miles
Shop Kim Quang 0.0 miles
Bus stop Southend Travel Centre 0.1 miles
Bus stop Heygate Avenue 0.1 miles
Train station Shore 0.2 miles
Train station Southend Central 0.3 miles
University University of Essex 0.3 miles
Hospital Southend University Hospital 1.8 miles
Hospital Rochford Hospital 3.4 miles

Street-level crime

Category Count
Violence and sexual offences 391
Anti-social behaviour 192
Public order 68
Shoplifting 66
Criminal damage and arson 57
Drugs 57
Other theft 50
Vehicle crime 43
Burglary 15
Other crime 15
Robbery 13
Theft from the person 12
Bicycle theft 11
Possession of weapons 9
Total incidents 999

Within 1 mile during Aug 2026. Source: data.police.uk (England & Wales).

Schools nearby

Nearest open schools with Ofsted ratings (England). Closed schools are not shown. Data from Get Information about Schools and Ofsted.

Name Type Distance Ofsted
Porters Grange Primary School and Nursery Primary 0.3 miles Good — 25 Jun 2024
South Essex College of Further and Higher Education Other 0.4 miles — (No rating)
Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School Primary 0.5 miles Good — 9 Sep 2024
Barons Court Primary School and Nursery Primary 0.6 miles Outstanding — 25 May 2017
St Helen's Catholic Primary School Primary 0.7 miles Good — 23 Mar 2023

Rental Comparables

Residential lets from OpenRent and Rightmove for the area (same bedroom count). Use to validate rent estimates. Student lets are excluded.

Title Rent Beds Distance As seen on
2 Bed Flat, Southchurch Road, SS1 £1,550/mo 2 0.35 miles OpenRent

Average rent: £1,550/mo (1 listing)

Rent-driven metrics

Based on OpenRent comparables.

Rent ratio 0.62%
Max investor price (0.8%) £193,750
Target investor price (1%) £155,000
Gross yield 7.4%
Cost-to-rent ratio 13.4×
Monthly cashflow £385/mo 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term
Cash-on-cash ROI 6.4%
  • Rent ratio — Monthly rent ÷ purchase price (1% rule). 1%+ = strong, 0.8–1% = okay, <0.8% = weak for cashflow.
  • Max investor price — Rent ÷ 0.8%; the price at which rent would be 0.8% of price (Stoke-style target).
  • Target investor price — Rent ÷ 1%; the price at which rent would be 1% of price (strong cashflow band).
  • Gross yield — Annual rent as % of purchase price (no costs).
  • Cost-to-rent — Price ÷ annual rent (from OpenRent comparables). Under 14× = strong, 14–16× = acceptable, 17×+ = compressed.
  • Cashflow — Rent minus mortgage, 10% maintenance, £25/mo compliance. Assumes 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term.
  • ROI — Annual profit ÷ cash in (deposit + 4% purchase costs).