1 bed flat for sale

Swan Street, West Malling ME19

Tenure: Leasehold

Positioned in the very heart of sought-after West Malling, this exceptional one-bedroom apartment within Mill Yard combines character, space and an enviable town-centre setting – with cafés, restaurants, boutiques and transport links all just moments from the front door.

The apartment offers a wonderful sense of space and light, with its impressive vaulted ceilings creating an airy and distinctive interior that immediately sets it apart from the typical modern apartment.

Unlike a studio, the property benefits from a separate double bedroom, providing a clearly defined sleeping space and making the apartment particularly well suited to first-time buyers, professionals, downsizers or those looking for a convenient Kent base.

The real attraction, however, is the location. Step outside Mill Yard and everything that makes West Malling such a desirable place to live is within easy reach. Start the morning with coffee at one of the town's independent cafés, enjoy its excellent selection of pubs and restaurants in the evening, or browse the boutiques and independent shops dotted along the historic High Street.

For commuters, West Malling railway station is within walking distance, providing excellent connections towards London, making this a particularly attractive proposition for anyone looking to combine a more relaxed Kent lifestyle with access to the capital.

The apartment further benefits from double glazing and gas central heating and is offered with the considerable advantage of vacant possession and no forward chain, allowing for a potentially straightforward purchase.

A particularly attractive feature for buyers is the brand-new 999-year lease with peppercorn ground rent, providing excellent long-term security.

The annual service charge is currently £907 per annum and includes building insurance, water, sewage and gas, helping to keep the ongoing costs refreshingly straightforward.

Whether you're searching for your first home, a stylish lock-up-and-leave property or an investment in one of Kent's most desirable towns, this superb one-bedroom apartment deserves to be seen.

All purchasers that have an offer accepted on a property that is marketed by cwb Property will need to undertake an identification check and provide information on the source and proof of funds. This is a legal requirement which will meet our obligation under aml (anti money laundering regulations). We use a third party service to do this and the cost per sale purchase is £45. Inc VAT. This is a non-refundable charge paid at the point of offer prior to the memorandum of sale being issued.

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Location

Location guide – west malling

Historic charm, an exceptional food and drink scene and excellent connections to London combine to make West Malling one of Kent's most desirable places to call home.

West Malling is an attractive historic market town in the heart of Kent, renowned for its characterful High Street, period architecture and vibrant atmosphere. It offers the increasingly rare combination of a genuine community feel and an excellent selection of independent businesses, while remaining extremely well connected for commuters.
Life in west malling


At the heart of the town is its picturesque High Street, where independent shops, boutiques and local businesses sit alongside an impressive collection of cafés, pubs, bars and restaurants.

Whether it's coffee in the morning, lunch with friends or dinner and drinks in the evening, West Malling has plenty on the doorstep. Local favourites include Franks Restaurant and Mussel Bar, Desh and the highly rated The Malling Jug, helping give the town a lively social scene that feels more akin to a much larger destination.

Despite this, West Malling has retained the character and charm that makes it such an appealing place to live.
Perfect for commuters


One of West Malling's major attractions is its excellent connectivity.

West Malling railway station is approximately a 10-minute walk from the town centre, with regular Southeastern services towards London as well as connections towards Maidstone and Ashford.

For those travelling by car, Junction 4 of the M20 is around two miles from the town, providing straightforward access towards the M25, London, Maidstone and the wider Kent road network.

This combination makes West Malling particularly attractive to buyers who want to enjoy a more relaxed Kent lifestyle without sacrificing access to the capital.
Countryside & green space


Away from the High Street, residents are surrounded by some wonderful Kent countryside and green spaces.

The wider West Malling area offers country walks, historic landmarks and open spaces, providing an attractive contrast to the cafés, shops and restaurants found in the centre of town.

It means weekends can just as easily be spent enjoying a countryside walk as they can brunching, shopping or meeting friends in town.
The best of both worlds


Perhaps West Malling's greatest appeal is its balance.

It is small enough to retain the atmosphere and character of a traditional Kent town, yet has the restaurants, cafés, shops and transport connections normally associated with somewhere considerably larger.

For buyers seeking character, lifestyle and connectivity, West Malling is an exceptional place to live – and for a property situated in the centre of town, much of what makes the area so special can be enjoyed right from the doorstep.