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Avenue Road, Torquay
For sale
£157,900

Avenue Road, Torquay, TQ2 5LD

2bedrooms
1bathroom
Apartmenttype
689sq ft
Leaseholdtenure

Listed 16 Feb 2026 · Torquay

How the price compares

This home£157,900£229 per sq ft
Median 2 bed in TQ2£220k55 homes listed · £324 per sq ft
Difference-28%below the area median

Key features

  • WELL PRESENTED SECOND (TOP) FLOOR APARTMENT
  • CONVENIENTLY PLACED FOR TORRE TRAIN STATION AND TORQUAY'S SEA FRONT
  • BALCONY & GARAGE
  • SITTING ROOM
  • KITCHEN
  • 2 DOUBLE BEDROOMS
  • SHOWER ROOM
  • EPC - C:77

About this home

This SECOND (TOP) FLOOR APARTMENT is set in a well-regarded, prominently located PURPOSE BUILT residential development within well-tended communal grounds and offers tastefully presented accommodation benefitting from a bright westerly facing sitting room with balcony, TWO DOUBLE BEDROOMS, modern kitchen and shower room fittings, as well as gas central heating and PVCu double glazing, with the additional convenience of a single garage. The picturesque sea front and Torre Abbey Sands are found within a short level stroll whilst a host of leisure activities and amenities are also close at hand including shops, restaurants, schools, leisure centre and sports clubs including cricket, rugby, bowls and tennis. Torquay's train station is approximately a mile distance being just one stop from the mainline Newton Abbot with direct links to most major cities.  SELLERS INSIGHT "Living in Elizabeth Court has been a genuinely uplifting experience. As an owner, I’ve come to appreciate how perfectly the location balances peace, convenience, and the charm of Torquay’s coastline. Each day feels calmer here – the neighbourhood is quiet and friendly, with a reassuring sense of safety and community. I love being able to walk to the seafront so easily, enjoying the beaches, harbourside, and coastal paths whenever I want. At the same time, shops, cafés, and transport links are all close by, so everything I need is within easy reach. The building itself is well kept and welcoming, and I’ve always felt a real sense of comfort and privacy in my home. Living here has allowed me to enjoy the best of Torquay, the relaxed seaside atmosphere, the natural beauty of the area, and a lifestyle that feels both tranquil and connected. It’s a place I’ve truly loved calling home." STEP INSIDE From the secure communal entrance stairs rise to the second (top) floor from where a private front door opens to the RECEPTION HALL with security intercom for communal door. High level cupboard housing the gas meter, shelved storage cupboard and further cupboard with coat hooks and shelf with top cupboard above. Hatch to loft space which houses the gas boiler. SITTING ROOM with picture window overlooking the balcony and surrounding area and door onto the balcony with tiled floor and obscure glazed balustrading with stainless steel handrail also enjoying the views over the surrounding area. The KITCHEN is fitted with a range of cream plank fronted units and granite effect work tops with inset sink; Built-in Neff electric double oven, four ring ceramic hob with cooker hood above, provisions for washing machine and slimline dishwasher. Cupboard suitable for a fridge/freezer, wood effect flooring and window to the front. BEDROOMS & SHOWER ROOM BEDROOM 1 is a double room with window to the rear and two built-in double wardrobes with top cupboards above. BEDROOM 2 with window to the rear. SHOWER ROOM with corner shower cubicle, wash basin set in vanity unit and WC. Part tiled walls, ladder style heated towel rail, ceramic tiled floor, extractor fan and high level obscure glazed window. STEP OUTSIDE To the front of the development Elizabeth Court is set in attractive, well tended and landscaped communal gardens predominantly laid to lawn, planted with mature trees and shrubs. To the rear, this apartment benefits from a GARAGE in a block with up and over door, sixth from the left, there are also three additional residents parking bays. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ACCESS: Stepped approach. HEATING: Gas Central Heating. SERVICES: Mains Electric, Gas, Water & Drainage. LENGTH OF LEASE: 999 years from 1971 - Residents own a share of the freehold. SERVICE CHARGE: £1,200 per annum January – December 2026. GROUND RENT: £5 per annum (January – December). BLOCK MANAGEMENT: CJMS, Torquay. LETTING: Assured shorthold tenancies (AST) permitted but holiday letting is prohibited. PETS: Consent from the management required. COUNCIL TAX BAND: ‘B’ (Torbay Council). Full charge payable for 2025/2025 is £1,819.88 FLOOD RISK: SURFACE WATER: Very Low. RIVERS & THE SEA: Very Low (according to the gov.uk website). BROADBAND & MOBILE: We are advised that Standard, Superfast & Ultrafast Broadband is available in the area via Openreach, with mobile signal good outdoor with EE, good outdoor & variable in-home with O2 & Vodaphone and good outdoor and in-home with Three (according to the Ofcom website). OUR AREA Torquay is nestled on the warm South Devon coast being one of three towns along with Paignton and Brixham which form the natural east facing harbour of Torbay, sheltered from the English Channel. Torbay's wide selection of stunning beaches, picturesque coastline, mild climate and recreational facilities reinforce why it has rightfully earned the renowned nickname of the English Riviera. TORQUAY IS WELL CONNECTED By Train: Torquay Train Station has some direct lines to London Paddington and Birmingham and is just one stop from the main line Newton Abbot. By Air: Exeter Airport provides both UK and international flights. By Sea: Torquay Marina provides a safe haven for boats in all weathers, sheltered from the prevailing south-westerly winds. Regional Cities of Exeter & Plymouth approximately 22 miles and 32 miles respectively. Magnificent Dartmoor National park approximately 12 miles. DIRECTIONS SAT NAV: TQ2 5LD. WHAT3WORDS:///fixture.liquid.glass ANTI-MONEY LAUNDERING (AML) COMPLIANCE In line with the Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing and Transfer of Funds (Information on the Payer) Regulations 2017, all estate agents are required to verify the identity and legitimate source of funds of every purchaser. We conduct these checks through an independent, specialist service provider, alongside our own internal due diligence. A fee of £18 (£15 + VAT) per purchaser applies once an offer is agreed in principle. Purchasers must complete the digital ID verification and provide evidence of funds or financial capability before a memorandum of sale is issued and the property’s status is updated to ‘Sale Agreed’ or ‘Sold STC’. Parking - Garage

Property details

Property type
Apartment
Size
689 sq ft / 64 sq m
Council tax band
B
Tenure
Leasehold
Lease remaining
944 years left
Ground rent
£5 per year (Ask agent about the review period)
Service charge
£1,200 per year
Parking
Garage
Garden
Communal garden
Heating
Gas central
Electricity
Mains supply
Water
Mains supply

Floorplan

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Location

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  • Torre Station0.3 mi
  • Torquay Station0.5 mi
  • Paignton Station2.5 mi

What nearby homes sold for

Median sold prices in TQ2 over the last 12 months: terraced £215k · semi-detached £270k · detached £390k · flat £140k.

AddressTypeSoldPrice
53 Avenue Road
Torquay TQ2 5LG
Semi-detached
Freehold
11 Sept 2026£400,000
21 Elizabeth Court, Avenue Road
Torquay TQ2 5LD
Flat
Leasehold
7 Aug 2026£135,000
2 Elizabeth Court, Avenue Road
Torquay TQ2 5LD
Flat
Leasehold
30 Mar 2026£125,000
76 Avenue Road
Torquay TQ2 5LF
Terraced
Freehold
27 Feb 2026£200,000
146 Avenue Road
Torquay TQ2 5LQ
Semi-detached
Freehold
9 Jan 2026£355,000
The Meadows, Avenue Road
Torquay TQ2 5LS
Detached
Freehold
11 Dec 2025£610,500
25 Avenue Road
Torquay TQ2 5LB
Other
Freehold
25 Sept 2025£590,000
98 Avenue Road
Torquay TQ2 5LF
Terraced
Freehold
27 Jun 2025£367,000
Flat 2, 27, Avenue Road
Torquay TQ2 5LB
Flat
Leasehold
22 Nov 2024£127,500
19 Elizabeth Court, Avenue Road
Torquay TQ2 5LD
Flat
Leasehold
2 Jul 2024£152,000

Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2026. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. All sales in TQ2

Buying costs

Monthly repayment£790£15,790 deposit · £142,110 loan
Stamp Duty£658England rates

Estimates only, using rates in force from April 2025. Check GOV.UK, Revenue Scotland or the Welsh Revenue Authority and speak to a mortgage adviser before you offer.

Listed by John Lake Estate Agents, Torquay on Rightmove (original listing). First listed 16 Feb 2026; details checked 7 Nov 2026. Latest change: added on 16/02/2026.

Agent disclaimer

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