Summary - Capel Road, Forest Gate E7 0JS
1 bed 1 bath Apartment
Characterful first‑floor conversion with Wanstead Flats views and private garden.
Elevated first-floor Victorian conversion with high ceilings and sash windows
Direct views over Wanstead Flats — generous sense of open space
Private south-facing garden, long and low-maintenance
One double bedroom; comfortable layout for singles or couples
Leasehold: 89 years remaining — factor in mortgage/renewal costs
Service charge £776 (below average); ground rent £10 pa
Built in solid brick; likely no cavity insulation — consider upgrades
Double glazing fitted post-2002; mains gas boiler and radiators
A bright first-floor Victorian conversion combining original period detail with practical city living. Tall sash windows, high ceilings and decorative mouldings give the reception room a roomy, characterful feel, while elevated views over Wanstead Flats deliver a feeling of openness rare in inner London.
The eat-in kitchen opens onto a long, south-facing private garden — a genuine outdoor asset for barbecues, plants or relaxed dining. The apartment’s compact 600 sq ft layout works well for a single professional or couple who want easy access to green space, independent cafés and swift rail links into the City from nearby stations.
Practical points to note: the flat is leasehold with 89 years remaining, a modest service charge and a low ground rent, and the building’s solid brick construction likely lacks cavity insulation. Heating is mains gas with a boiler and radiators; double glazing was fitted after 2002. Those seeking a fully modernised finish should allow for some updating rather than a complete overhaul.
Overall this is a characterful, well-located one-bedroom that balances period charm, outdoor space and commuter convenience. It will suit first-time buyers or city workers wanting a walkable, community-focused pocket of East London with direct access to Wanstead Flats.
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