Summary - CARLTON COURT 16 CRAVEN GARDENS ILFORD IG6 1LT
2 bed 1 bath Flat
Vacant, compact two-bedroom flat near Barkingside station — ideal for first-time buyers or investors.
Vacant — no onward chain
3-minute walk to Barkingside Central Line station
2-minute walk to Avanti Primary School
82 years remaining on lease — may limit mortgage options
Service charge c. £1,064 pa; buildings insurance/ground rent c. £487 pa
588 sq ft — compact two-bedroom layout
Needs renovation and modernisation throughout
High local crime rate reported
This vacant two-bedroom first-floor flat in Carlton Court offers an immediate, chain-free purchase close to Barkingside Central Line station and the popular Avanti Primary School. The layout features a bright 13'2 x 12'4 lounge, a sizeable kitchen, two fitted bedrooms and a bathroom with separate WC — practical living for first-time buyers or buy-to-let investors.
The building has recent double glazing, mains gas central heating and communal parking. At 588 sq ft the flat is compact but well laid out; built-in wardrobes and multiple windows provide good light and storage. The location places shops, schools and transport within minutes, helping rental demand and everyday convenience.
Important lease and cost details are notable: 82 years remain on the lease (reported as 80–82 years) and ground rent/buildings insurance totals about £487 pa, with service charges around £1,064 pa. The relatively short lease may affect mortgage availability and will require early attention and likely cost to extend.
The property needs renovation and modernisation to reach its potential; carpets and some fittings are dated. Crime levels in the local area are reported high, which may influence buyer priorities or rental yields. For buyers willing to refurbish and manage the lease extension, this presents a competitively priced entry into Ilford (IG6).
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