Summary - 9 CENTURION LODGE DAGENHAM RM10 8TQ
1 bed 1 bath Apartment
Affordable chain‑free flat near Dagenham Heathway — ideal for first buyers or investors.
Chain‑free one‑bedroom first‑floor flat, 373 sq ft (compact footprint)
Close to Dagenham Heathway District Line and local shops
Requires modernisation; worn carpets and dated fixtures
Electric storage heating — higher running costs than gas
Leasehold with c.93 years remaining; expect service charges
Communal gardens and off‑street parking included
Broadband speeds slow; mobile signal excellent
Area shows above‑average crime and high deprivation levels
This chain‑free, one‑bedroom first‑floor apartment offers an affordable entry into Dagenham’s market, positioned close to Dagenham Heathway transport and local shops. The layout is straightforward: entrance hall with airing cupboard, lounge, separate fitted kitchen, double bedroom and bathroom with a window. At about 373 sq ft the flat is compact and best suited to a single occupant, couple or buy‑to‑let investor.
The building is a purpose‑built brick block from the 1980s with communal grounds and off‑street parking. The property benefits from uPVC double glazing and immediate possession is possible, which helps speed to market for landlords or buyers wanting to move quickly. Proximity to the District Line station enhances rental demand and commuter convenience.
The flat is dated and will require modernisation to maximise rental income or resale value; the living areas show worn carpets and older finishes. Heating is by electric storage heaters and the main fuel is electricity, which can be more costly than gas. Broadband speeds are reported slow — a relevant point for working-from-home tenants. The lease has approximately 93 years remaining and the tenure is leasehold; purchasers should budget for service charges and ground rent.
Local area factors: the neighbourhood is classed as a striving service‑worker area with above‑average crime statistics and very high deprivation indices. Schools nearby have generally good Ofsted ratings, and mobile signal is excellent. Overall, this is a pragmatic, low‑cost purchase with simple refurbishment potential and good transport links, but buyers should factor in necessary updates, running costs and local area challenges.
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