Summary - Barlow Street, London, SE17 SE17 1QU
2 bed 1 bath Maisonette
Compact, ready-to-move-in maisonette near Elephant & Castle ideal for first buyers.
Two double bedrooms and two toilets in a compact 568 sq ft layout
Split-level maisonette gives a small-house feel with private balcony
Presented in very good/excellent condition — ready to move in
Leasehold with c.113 years remaining; ground rent around £10
Service charge circa £3,800 per year — notable communal cost
Very high local crime rate and very deprived surrounding area
Excellent public transport links (Elephant & Castle nearby)
Community mains-gas heating and post-2002 double glazing
Light-filled two-bedroom maisonette arranged over split levels, offering the feel of a small house with private balcony and no onward chain. The living room and bedrooms are double-sized for the footprint, and the apartment is presented in good to excellent condition — ready to move into or let out immediately.
Practical details: 568 sq ft overall, 113 years remaining on the lease, and a service charge around £3,800 pa with a nominal ground rent. Heating is via a community mains gas scheme and the windows are double glazed (post-2002), which helps running costs. Council tax is described as cheap.
Location brings strong transport links, close to Elephant & Castle station and local shops, markets and amenities. The area is inner-city and convenient for central London travel, but it is also in a very deprived neighbourhood with very high local crime levels — an important factor for buyers and investors to weigh.
This property suits a first-time buyer seeking a compact, well-presented home with immediate move-in convenience, or an investor wanting an urban rental asset. Be aware of the relatively high communal service charge and the surrounding area safety profile; a viewing and independent checks on management and local conditions are recommended.
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