Summary - 9 Avante, 71 Croydon Road, CATERHAM CR3 6EX
2 bed 2 bath Flat
Chain-free two-bedroom apartment ideal for commuters and first-time buyers.
Chain-free two-bedroom apartment with gated rear parking
Open-plan 17' living/dining/kitchen opening onto balcony
Master bedroom with en-suite and Juliette balcony
Built 2007 onwards with double glazing and gas central heating
Leasehold with approximately 81 years remaining (concern)
Service charge approx £1,700 per year; ground rent £250 pa
Location: short walk to station, shops, Waitrose and new Aldi
Reported high local crime levels may affect security/insurance costs
Set on the second floor of a contemporary mixed-use block, this chain-free two-bedroom apartment offers practical, low-maintenance living in the heart of Caterham. The open-plan 17' living/dining/kitchen opens to a front balcony; the master bedroom includes an en-suite and Juliette balcony. Gated parking at the rear is a useful rarity for a town-centre flat.
The building dates from 2007 onwards with double glazing and gas central heating via boiler and radiators. Commuters benefit from a short walk to the station and frequent services to London; local shops, Waitrose and the new Aldi are all nearby. Mobile signal is excellent and the area is affluent with easy access to Surrey Hills countryside for weekends.
Buyers should note this is a leasehold property with approximately 81 years remaining; service charge is around £1,700 pa and ground rent £250 pa. Crime levels in the immediate area are reported as high, which may influence personal security or insurance costs. Broadband speeds are average.
Overall, this apartment suits first-time buyers or investors seeking a modern, centrally located home with parking and commuter convenience, provided they are comfortable with the lease length, running costs and local crime figures.
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