Move-in ready one-bedroom with balcony and communal garden — shared ownership option available.
Fourth-floor one-bedroom with balcony and communal garden
548 sq ft; open-plan living/kitchen with built-in appliances
Pet-friendly new-build with lift access and central heating
116 years remaining on lease (125-year lease started 2017)
Service charge £142.08/month; sinking fund in place
Ground rent £250/year; council tax Band B (cheap)
Very slow local broadband speeds may affect home working
Local area records high crime levels — consider security
This bright one-bedroom fourth-floor apartment in Britain’s Apartments offers an accessible entry into Walthamstow’s evolving market. The open-plan living/kitchen area opens onto a balcony, giving outdoor space and natural light; the development includes a communal garden, lift access and a sinking fund for major works. With 548 sq ft of living space, the layout suits a single buyer or couple seeking a low-maintenance city home.
Offered via shared ownership (or full market purchase), the flat has a long lease (116 years remaining), modest service charge (£142.08) and a small ground rent (£250). The property is a new-build with EWS1 B1 certification and built-in kitchen appliances, so immediate renovation isn’t required; pets are allowed and central heating and double glazing help with comfort and running costs.
Buyers should note practical limitations: broadband speeds in the area are reported as very slow, and local crime levels are high—factors that may affect daily convenience and resale appeal. As a leasehold shared ownership unit, purchase will involve eligibility checks and mortgage affordability assessment. Council tax is low (Band B), helping monthly outgoings.
This apartment will suit first-time buyers or investors seeking a modern one-bed in a well-connected East London neighbourhood. It offers straightforward, move-in-ready accommodation with outdoor space, but prospective buyers should factor in local broadband and safety considerations and review shared-ownership terms carefully.