Flat 3, Empire Mansions, 12 Marine Gdns, Margate

Listed 20 Jan 2026 · price reduced 4 Aug 2026 · Margate
Offers Over £240,000 A well-proportioned two double bedroom first-floor apartment, offered to the market with no onward chain and enjoying direct sea views and balcony, making it an ideal coastal home, holiday retreat, or investment opportunity.
With access via stairs or lift, the accommodation comprises a bright and spacious lounge with direct access to a private balcony, from which stunning sea views can be enjoyed. A separate, well-arranged kitchen provides practical and functional space, while the property further benefits from two generous double bedrooms and a family bathroom.
The apartment is superbly located within a short walk of Margate railway station, offering excellent transport links, and is ideally positioned for a pleasant stroll along the seafront into Margate Old Town, with its array of independent shops, cafés, galleries, and restaurants, as well as the Main Sands beach.
Externally, residents benefit from a communal front garden with direct access onto the promenade and seafront, allowing immediate enjoyment of the coastal surroundings.
An early viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate the location, views, and lifestyle this property has to offer.
Entrance Hall Cupboard housing fuse board. Power points. Cupboard with space for washing machine and tumble dryer. Two x overhead storage.
Kitchen 10'2 x 7'8 (3.1m x 2.34m) Range of base units with work surface. Integral oven and hob with extractor over. Sink with drainer. Space for fridge/freezer. Power points. Sash window to front.
Lounge 16'0 x 10'0 (4.88m x 3.05m) Doors to balcony with direct sea views. Wall mounted electric fire. Power points.
Bedroom One 13'5 x 10'4 at max points (4.09m x 3.15m at max points) Power points. Sash window to front.
Bedroom Two 10'2 x 9'0 (3.1m x 2.74m) Power points. Sash window to front.
Bathroom 8'3 x 6'6 (2.51m x 1.98m) Panelled bath with electric shower over. Wash hand basin. Low level WC. Heated towel rail.
Communal Gardens Direct access to promenade
Communal Bike Store
Leasehold Information The vendor has informed us that the property benefits from a share of the freehold, with the building being self-managed by the freeholders. The lease has approximately 989 years remaining, and the annual service charge is £1,663. This covers the cleaning of the communal areas, buildings insurance, and maintenance of the shared garden, including a gardener. Short-term holiday lets such as Airbnb are not permitted under the lease, however long-term letting is allowed.
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Median sold prices in CT9 over the last 12 months: terraced £265k · semi-detached £305k · flat £170k · detached £428k.
| Address | Type | Sold | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 1, Hollywood Court, 10 - 11, Royal Crescent Margate CT9 5AJ | Flat Leasehold | 28 Jan 2026 | £180,000 |
| Flat 18, Hollywood Court, 10 - 11, Royal Crescent Margate CT9 5AJ | Flat Leasehold | 5 Dec 2025 | £185,000 |
| Flat 2, Hollywood Court, 10 - 11, Royal Crescent Margate CT9 5AJ | Flat Leasehold | 31 Mar 2025 | £145,000 |
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Listed by Cooke & Co, Cliftonville on Rightmove (original listing). First listed 20 Jan 2026; details checked 7 Nov 2026. Latest change: reduced on 04/08/2026.
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