Period property with potential for sale in Scarborough

This large, period terraced property, now on the market, is one of Scarborough’s architectural highlights.Constructed in 1857 to an architect’s plan conceived in the Georgian period, number 7 The Crescent is a large and impressive period townhouse with historical provenance.Situated directly opposite The Crescent Gardens and in a much sought-after area, the house was formerly the residence of Walter Russell Rea, 1st Baron Rea, who wasthe Liberal MP for Scarborough between 1906-18.

By Patrick Argent

Published 24th Apr 2023, 16:43 BST

Updated 24th Apr 2023, 18:23 BST

During the WW1 Bombardment of Scarborough in December 1914, it was amongst the buildings across the town that were shelled by the Imperial German Navy, the comprehensive restoration of which is evident in the property’s exterior stonework.

The house was also the former premises of the Scarborough Liberal Club from during the post-war era to more recent times from 1947-2000.

Currently constituting a spacious five-classroom private school with accompanying office and storerooms, it also two self-contained, contemporary top-floor apartments.

One of the two top floor apartments in the building

The freehold property also has a gated and mature front garden plus a rear courtyard.

With many period features, that include the outstanding exterior honeysuckle motif balcony, a number of original

fireplaces, entrance hall and curved staircase, the building retains much of its authentic character and interior structural integrity.

From the upper floors there are panoramic views of Scarborough Castle, the town centre, the sea and the South Cliff area.

With its generously proportioned rooms, the property offers potential to many different uses, from a residential development to a school, offices or shared workspace.

Number 7, The Crescent is offered for sale through Colin Ellis estate agents in Scarborough with an asking price of

£600,000. For further details call 01723 363565.