Well-located, ready-to-move-in home ideal for first-time buyers seeking easy rail links.
Two double bedrooms and large open-plan reception room
No onward chain — straightforward purchase opportunity
87-year leasehold; ground rent approx £375 per year
Built 2012+ with double glazing and modern internal finishes
Communal roof terrace provides outside space
Very slow local broadband speeds — limited for heavy home working
Local crime levels very high; area classified as deprived
Low-to-standard ceiling heights may feel compact
A bright, two-double-bedroom apartment arranged over a comfortable 788 sq ft with a large open-plan reception and kitchen. Sold with no onward chain, the flat is well positioned for local amenities and Norwood Junction station, offering direct services to central London — good for first-time buyers seeking straightforward access to the city.
The building was constructed in the 2012+ era and benefits from double glazing and a communal roof terrace. Heating is supplied via a community mains gas scheme and the property presents as generally well maintained internally, with modern flooring and an L-shaped fitted kitchen.
Important practical points: the flat is leasehold with 87 years remaining and an average ground rent of £375; broadband speeds in the area are very slow and recorded local crime levels are very high. Ceilings are low-to-standard height, and the wider neighbourhood is classified as deprived, so consider these factors for long-term suitability and resale.
Overall this apartment suits a first-time buyer or couple wanting a central, transport-friendly London base and who accept a leasehold tenure with modest ongoing costs and some area-related compromises.
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