Babbacombe, Torquay, TQ1 3NW
Listed 3 Jul 2026 · price reduced 8 Oct 2026 · Torquay
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Key features
- SECOND FLOOR APARTMENT
- LIFT OR STAIR ACCESS
- ENVIABLY SET JUST OFF CARY PARK WITH BOTH BABBACOMBE DOWNS AND ST MARYCHURCH PRECINCT WITHIN WALKING DISTANCE
- SITTING/DINING ROOM WITH BALCONY OFF
- KITCHEN
- 2 BEDROOMS ( 1EN-SUITE) & BATHROOM
- ALLOCATED PARKING SPACE
- COMMUNAL GARDEN
- EPC - C:73
- CHAIN FREE
About this home
Forming part of a modern PURPOSE-BUILT development this well-proportioned SECOND FLOOR APARTMENT is set peacefully to the rear of the westerly side of the building constructed circa 2000. The property offers a sitting/dining room opening onto a balcony, modern re-fitted kitchen, TWO DOUBLE BEDROOMS (1 en-suite) and also benefits from both gas central heating and PVCu double glazing. Allocated parking is provided in the residents car park to the front of the development. Imperial Court is enviably set just off Cary Park and a short level saunter to the local tennis and bowls clubs. A host of amenities can be found nearby at both St Marychurch and Babbacombe including shops, Churches, medical practices and banking facilities with the scenic Babbacombe Downs overlooking the local beaches of Oddicombe & Babbacombe also close by. A regular bus service can be found close by on the Babbacombe Road. SELLERS INSIGHT "Our sister purchased this lovely apartment in 2022 when she was downsizing and felt that it offered her everything that she wanted, a cosy home in a convenient yet tucked away location within walking distance of all of the amenities that she needed on a daily basis. Set on the top floor of the development ensured that she enjoyed her peace & quiet, with the balcony providing her with some private outside space to enjoy the later afternoon sunshine and the ability to sit amongst some colourful garden plants. She spent three happy years here enjoying her lovely home and now is the time for us to sell it on her behalf, giving any new prospective owner the ability to enjoy life at Imperial Court as much as she did!" STEP INSIDE From the secure entrance lift or stairs rise to the second floor from where a private front door opens to the RECEPTION HALL with hatch to boarded loft space, electric consumer unit and cupboard housing the GlowWorm gas boiler with shelving to the side. The SITTING/DINING ROOM enjoys a dual aspect with windows to the front and side giving views towards Cary Park and across the roof tops of Babbacombe. Feature fireplace and intercom for security door. A door gives access to the DECKED BALCONY with decorative balustrading enjoying view towards Cary Park and the surrounding area. The KITCHEN is fitted with a range of modern, grey high gloss fronted units, work tops with matching upstands and inset sink. Built-in Bosch electric oven with four ring induction hob over and cooker hood above, integrated fridge/freezer and window to the rear. BEDROOMS & BATHROOMS BEDROOM 1 is a double room with window to the side and EN-SUITE with shower cubicle, basin and WC. Part tiled walls, ladder style heated towel rail and extractor fan. BEDROOM 2 is also a double room with rear aspect. BATHROOM with white suite of panelled bath with shower mixer taps, basin and WC. Part tiled walls and extractor fan. STEP OUTSIDE To the front of the development there is a residents parking are with allocated parking space, No.13. The communal garden is laid to lawn with mature hedged boundaries and inset trees. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ACCESS: Lift or stair access to the second floor. HEATING: Gas Central Heating. SERVICES: Mains Electric, Gas, Water & Drainage. LENGTH OF LEASE: 199 years from 2000. Residents own a share of the freehold. SERVICE CHARGE: £2145 per annum (June 2026 – May 2027). GROUND RENT: £50 per annum. PETS: Domestic pets are permitted with consent. LETTING: We understand that Assured Periodic Tenancies are permitted but Holiday Letting is prohibited PROFESSIONAL MANAGEMENT: Crown Property Management, Torquay COUNCIL TAX BAND: ‘C’ (Torbay Council). Full charge payable for 2026/2027 is £2,183.99 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 and in-home via EE, good outdoor via O2 & Vodafone and good outdoor variable in-home via 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: TQ1 3NW. WHAT3WORDS:///sunset.remote.area 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 - Allocated parking
Property details
- Property type
- Flat
- Size
- 667 sq ft / 62 sq m
- Council tax band
- C
- Tenure
- Leasehold
- Lease remaining
- 172 years left
- Ground rent
- £50 per year (Ask agent about the review period)
- Service charge
- £2,145 per year
- Parking
- Off street
- Garden
- Communal garden
- Heating
- Gas central
- Electricity
- Mains supply
- Water
- Mains supply
Floorplan
Location
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- Torre Station1.3 mi
- Torquay Station1.6 mi
- Paignton Station3.7 mi
What nearby homes sold for
Median sold prices in TQ1 over the last 12 months: flat £150k · terraced £220k · detached £595k · semi-detached £297k.
| Address | Type | Sold | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 8, Compton House, Palermo Road Torquay TQ1 3NW | Flat Leasehold | 9 Mar 2026 | £147,200 |
| Flat 5, Compton House, Palermo Road Torquay TQ1 3NW | Flat Leasehold | 17 Dec 2025 | £220,000 |
| Flat 5, Rathlin, Palermo Road Torquay TQ1 3NW | Flat Leasehold | 4 Dec 2025 | £170,000 |
| Flat 8, Park Side Villas, Palermo Road Torquay TQ1 3NW | Flat Leasehold | 16 Oct 2025 | £145,000 |
| Flat 9, Rathlin, Palermo Road Torquay TQ1 3NW | Flat Leasehold | 21 Mar 2025 | £230,000 |
| The Lodge, Westhome, Palermo Road Torquay TQ1 3NW | Semi-detached Freehold | 10 Dec 2024 | £285,000 |
| Flat 9, Compton House, Palermo Road Torquay TQ1 3NW | Flat Leasehold | 24 Oct 2024 | £209,000 |
| Flat 10, Compton House, Palermo Road Torquay TQ1 3NW | Flat Leasehold | 2 Feb 2024 | £209,500 |
Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2026. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. All sales in TQ1
Buying costs
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 3 Jul 2026; details checked 7 Nov 2026. Latest change: reduced on 08/10/2026.
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