Summary - 63 SHORTLANDS CLOSE BELVEDERE DA17 5QY
1 bed 1 bath Flat
Long lease commuter flat with parking and communal gardens.
- Long lease (~157–158 years) and no onward chain
- Walking distance to Abbey Wood (Elizabeth Line) and Belvedere stations
- Residents' off-street parking bays and communal green space
- Double glazing and a separate modern kitchen
- Electric storage heating only (no gas central heating)
- Service charge approx. £2,000 per year
- Above-average local crime and area deprivation indicators
- Average overall size for a one-bedroom (about 509 sq ft)
This first-floor, one-bedroom flat sits in a small purpose-built block within mature communal grounds, a short walk from Abbey Wood (Elizabeth Line) and Belvedere stations — ideal for a commuter or first-time buyer seeking straightforward access to central London. The long lease (about 157–158 years) and no onward chain make purchase and mortgage processes simpler than many leasehold alternatives.
Internally the apartment is tidy and well-lit, with double glazing, a separate modern kitchen, a comfortable double bedroom and a lounge overlooking tree-lined communal green space. Residents' off-street parking bays and pleasant communal grounds add day-to-day convenience and outdoor space without private garden maintenance.
Buyers should note practical factors that affect cost and comfort: heating is via electric storage heaters, the service charge is around £2,000 per year, and broadband speeds are average. The wider area shows higher-than-average crime rates and general deprivation indicators, which may influence suitability for some purchasers or rental yields.
Overall this is a compact, commuter-friendly flat with a long lease and low council tax that will appeal to first-time buyers and buy-to-let investors prepared to accept electric heating and an elevated service charge. The property offers clear potential to personalise and update to suit individual tastes.
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