Summary - Garden Flat, 159, St. James's Road CR0 2BY
1 bed 1 bath Apartment
Large rooms and private garden close to Croydon stations, ready to move into.
Spacious 1-bed flat with unusually large room sizes and entrance hall
Private rear garden ideal for summer entertaining
Newly renovated interior: kitchen and bathroom in good condition
Own front door and long lease remaining (148 years)
Excellent transport: East and West Croydon within walking distance
High local crime rates and very deprived area classification
Solid-brick walls with assumed no insulation; glazing install date unknown
Low council tax band; mains gas heating and fast broadband
This large one-bedroom garden flat offers unusually generous room sizes and a private rear garden, all within an easy walk of East and West Croydon stations. Recently renovated throughout, the apartment combines period character with contemporary finishes: a bright bay-front reception, a well-presented kitchen and bathroom, and laminate flooring and modern lighting in the living space. Its own front door and long lease (148 years remaining) give greater security than many flats in the area.
Practical strengths include fast broadband and excellent mobile signal, mains gas central heating with a boiler and radiators, and a low council tax band. The flat’s size (approximately 793 sq ft) and sizable entrance hall create scope for flexible use of space or conversion ideas, appealing to first-time buyers seeking room to grow or investors after a usable long-lease asset close to transport links.
Buyers should be aware of important local factors: the neighbourhood records high crime rates and is classified as very deprived, which could affect resale and rental demand. The building is solid-brick construction with no known cavity insulation (assumed), and the double glazing installation date is unknown, so there may be future energy-efficiency work to consider. The property is leasehold, which carries typical tenure considerations despite the long remaining term.
Nearby amenities and a cluster of well-rated state and independent schools make this a practical option for single buyers or couples who value connectivity and a private outdoor space. The combination of size, location and long lease makes this a clear viewing for those weighing refurbishment potential against local area conditions.
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