Summary - 49 BALHAM NEW ROAD LONDON SW12 9PH
1 bed 1 bath Maisonette
One-bedroom ground-floor flat with rare private garden near Balham station.
Own front door and ground-floor access to large private garden
Bright reception room with large windows and laminate flooring
One double bedroom; approximately 495 sq ft total space
Double glazing installed (unknown install date)
Built 1950–1966; cavity walls likely without added insulation
Leasehold tenure — check remaining term and any service charges
Excellent transport links: Balham station nearby (Northern/Overground)
No flood risk; excellent mobile signal and fast broadband
This bright one-bedroom garden maisonette sits on a quiet Balham street and offers direct access to a sizeable private garden — a rare find for a ground-floor apartment in the area. The reception room benefits from large windows and contemporary laminate flooring, creating a light, welcoming living space. Double glazing and mains gas central heating provide everyday comfort.
At about 495 sq ft, the accommodation is well-proportioned for a single person or couple and shows good potential for first-time buyers looking to put down roots near excellent transport links. Balham High Road and Balham station (Northern Line and Overground) are within easy reach, and local schools include several rated Good or Outstanding.
Practical considerations are clear: the property is leasehold, and the building dates from the 1950–66 era with cavity walls likely without added insulation, so energy-efficiency improvements would be advisable. There is no recorded flood risk and utilities and connectivity are strong, with excellent mobile signal and fast broadband.
Overall this is a straightforward, comfortable home with outdoor space and strong location appeal. It suits a buyer wanting a well-located, low-maintenance starter home who is prepared to invest modestly in insulation or cosmetic updates to maximise value.
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