Summary - 138, The Shaftesburys IG11 7JA
1 bed 1 bath Flat
Affordable starter flat with parking and easy commute to Barking Station.
Long 119-year lease, chain free
A spacious one-bedroom ground-floor flat with a long 119-year lease, offered chain-free and ready for immediate occupation or let. The layout centres on a generous hallway, leading to a fitted kitchen, bathroom and a large walk-in storage cupboard that could be repurposed as an additional WC or shower room (subject to consent).
Practical features include gas central heating with radiators, double glazing, a secure entry-phone system, communal gardens and off-street resident parking. The flat’s size and straightforward plan make it a sensible purchase for first-time buyers keen to personalise, or investors seeking a rental-ready unit near good transport links — Barking station and the A13 are within easy reach.
Be aware of local and running-cost considerations: the area is classed as very deprived with very high crime levels, and a service charge of around £1,500 p.a. applies (ground rent c. £10). The building is mid-20th century municipal-style construction, so buyers should expect standard finishes and limited period features.
This property offers clear potential: low entry price, long lease and commuter convenience balanced against higher local crime and service costs. It’s suited to someone who wants affordable access to the market or a lettable flat to add to a portfolio, and who will factor area context into their decision.
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