Summary - 53 HOWARD CLOSE WALTHAM ABBEY EN9 1XB
1 bed 1 bath Ground Flat
Newly renovated one-bedroom ground-floor flat — long lease and nearby amenities..
Newly renovated one-bedroom ground-floor flat, approx. 366 sq ft
Separate fitted kitchen, defined bedroom area, built-in storage
Residents’ off-street parking; Tesco and Lidl within a 5-minute walk
Long lease remaining (approx. 156 years) but leasehold tenure
Annual service charge £983 (below average); ground rent no review period
Electric heating (new storage heater) — potentially higher running costs
Very high local crime levels — consider security and insurance costs
Fast broadband and excellent mobile signal, good for remote working
This compact ground-floor flat in Howard Close offers an affordable entry into Waltham Abbey living. Newly renovated throughout, the one-bedroom layout (approx. 366 sq ft) is well planned with defined bedroom space, separate fitted kitchen and a handy storage cupboard in the hallway. Double glazing and a new storage heater provide immediate comfort.
Practical everyday living is a strength: residents’ off-street parking sits adjacent to the building, Tesco and Lidl are a five-minute walk, and regular buses and the high street are close by. Broadband speeds are fast and mobile signal is excellent, making the flat suited to remote working or streaming.
Important considerations: the property is leasehold (around 156 years remaining) with an annual service charge of £983; ground rent has no review period. Heating is electric, which may be more costly than gas alternatives despite the new storage heater. The wider area records very high crime levels, so buyers should factor local safety and insurance costs into their decision.
Overall, this small, low-maintenance flat will suit a first-time buyer or investor seeking a ready-to-let property in a convenient location. The long lease and recent upgrades reduce immediate outlay, but size, electric heating and the neighbourhood crime profile are practical trade-offs to consider.
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