What a steal: Get more for your money in Margate
FANCY a nine-bedroom home for less than the price of a London flat?
You don't have to be a millionaire to buy seaside views in Margate
The quaint town of Margate in Kent has made an astounding comeback.
What was once a sleepy, rundown village has just recently been voted the best seaside town in Britain.
Its edgy allure has made it a hotspot for property, as more city dwellers pack up, move out and choose to commute.
The beachy town has seen the biggest increase in British seaside real estate value in the past year alone.
This central terraced home offers nine bedrooms from just £400,000
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But even as prices soar, there are a whole host of homes offering an absolute steal.
Considering the average cost of a London flat is £490,000, you could double your room and halve the price if you make the move to Margate.
How about a nine-bedroom terraced house on charming Churchfield Place?
Offers start at just £400,000 for this huge property.
It's called The Beach House and the name says it all: Seaside views for £485,000
The early 19th century building is Grade II English Heritage Listed.
A former church, it’s spread out over five floors and includes a whopping 28 rooms including a spa room and a hot tub.
Margate’s Old Town is just five minutes walk away, offering up vintage shops, bars and local restaurants.
If you like the scent of the sea, you could live on the beach front from just £485,000.
A five bedroom detached home on the Royal Esplanade is on sale for £600,000
This two-bedroom flat on Canterbury Road is set over two storeys.
A private deck will give you endless sea views with the train station and your ticket back to the big smoke just five minutes walk away.
A bit of extra cash will give you a spot on the Royal Esplanade and five bedrooms to play with.
There’s a £600,000 detached home for sale with sea views to enjoy from a raised decking area.
French doors, an elegant lounge and a cosy fireplace will have you feeling right at home.