Summary - Flat 28, Desborough Court, Albert Road SE25 4LH
1 bed 1 bath Flat
Well-priced one-bedroom near parks and shops — ideal starter home.
- Ground-floor one-bedroom flat, approximately 529 sq ft
- Bright reception with large floor-to-ceiling window
- Separate modern kitchen and stylish bathroom
- Double glazing fitted post-2002; mains gas central heating
- Leasehold with 89 years remaining — check mortgage impact
- Service charge £731 (below average); ground rent listed as £10
- Close to Portland Road shops, South Norwood Lakes and parks
- Area shows deprivation and average crime; mixed neighbourhood
Light-filled and well-laid-out, this ground-floor one-bedroom flat offers a straightforward move-in home or a buy-to-let starter in South Norwood. The reception room benefits from a large floor-to-ceiling window and modern laminate flooring, while a separate contemporary kitchen and stylish bathroom add immediate convenience. At about 529 sq ft the apartment feels roomy for its size and suits a single occupant or couple.
Practical running costs are clear: mains gas central heating with a boiler and radiators, double glazing installed post-2002, a below-average service charge of £731 and a very low listed ground rent of £10. The lease has 89 years remaining — adequate for many buyers but something to check with a mortgage lender or solicitor, as shorter leases can affect mortgage options and resale value.
Location is a genuine asset: shops on Portland Road, South Norwood Lakes and nearby parks provide leisure options, and transport links into Croydon and central London are within easy reach. The immediate area is an established renting-families neighbourhood with an urban cultural mix; local schools include several rated Good, though the wider area shows indicators of deprivation and average crime levels. Overall this is a pragmatic, low-maintenance flat with rental potential or an affordable step onto the property ladder.
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