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Welcome to Clarendons Estate and Letting Agent in Margate
Margate is Kent’s original seaside escape. Famed for its golden sands, huge skies, and vintage charm, this artistic resort town has reinvented itself for the 21st century. Residents enjoy iconic Victorian architecture, a thriving contemporary arts scene led by the Turner Contemporary gallery, indie cafes, and family amusements from Dreamland to the Harbour Arm. Margate’s inviting beaches and creative communities are bringing buyers from London and beyond, drawn by the coastal lifestyle and value.
Whether you crave beachside living, a bold new start in a buzzing cultural quarter, or investment in a growing coastal market, Clarendons has the local insight and award-winning service to unlock Margate for you.
With Clarendons’ guidance, we found an amazing townhouse just minutes from Margate sands. Their support made relocating from London seamless and exciting – we felt at home right away!
The Margate Property Market
Margate’s market is dynamic, welcoming both first-time buyers and London professionals seeking more space, light, and lifestyle close to the sea. Creative regeneration and continued investment underpin strong demand and price growth, with apartments and period houses in high demand.
Average Property Prices (2025)
Source: HM Land Registry, July 2025. Margate and Thanet coastal averages.
Margate’s average sale price is £324,000, with values remaining robust and appreciating for quality homes close to the Old Town, seafront, or new digital and creative districts.
Margate Town
Margate’s revitalisation has brought international fame through Turner Contemporary, Dreamland, a new creative campus, and frequent festivals. The Old Town offers independent shops, galleries, and vibrant eateries. Family fun is just a stroll away – from vintage amusements and skate parks to tidal pools and golden beaches.
A rich artistic and civic calendar attracts makers and musicians, while major investments – including the Margate Digital campus – continue to shape the area. The lively seafront, historic arcades, and open skies make Margate popular year-round for both locals and newcomers.
The spirit of community is strong, from its football club roots to artisan markets and welcoming neighbourhood events.
Transport
Margate offers fast, direct trains to London St Pancras in as little as 1 hour 25 minutes via High Speed 1, with mainline services to Charing Cross and Victoria. Up to four trains an hour at peak times, plus easy A299 Thanet Way access for road journeys.
Local bus, coach, and bike infrastructure keeps the town well connected to Ramsgate, Broadstairs, Canterbury, and the scenic Thanet coast.
Education
Margate boasts several Ofsted “Good” and “Outstanding” primary schools, including Holy Trinity & St John’s, Drapers Mills, and Cliftonville. Dane Court Grammar and Chatham & Clarendon Grammar in nearby Ramsgate provide selective education, with Thanet College offering sixth form and vocational options.
The new Margate Digital campus brings industry-leading creative and tech courses to Thanet, supporting local jobs and future prospects.
What are the House Styles in Margate?
Margate’s property landscape features classic pastel Georgian townhouses in Hawley Square, bold Victorian terraces, seaside cottages with original sash windows, and warehouse conversions near the Old Town and Fort Road. The digital campus and creative quarter see stylish apartments and lofts, while Westbrook, Cliftonville, and the seafront bring everything from family semis to new-build homes.
Whether you’re after historic character or contemporary spaces, Margate has a house style to delight every buyer and investor.
Want to know more about living in Margate?
Contact our Canterbury office for comprehensive insights into living and buying in Margate today!
