Summary - 159a Lower Road SE16 2XL
1 bed 1 bath Flat
Compact, newly renovated flat by Southwark Park ideal for first-time buyers.
Top-floor Victorian flat with high ceilings and bay window views
Set on the top floor of a Victorian terrace, this newly renovated one-bedroom flat combines period charm with contemporary finish. High ceilings and bay windows frame sweeping views across Southwark Park, while a compact, modern kitchen and bright reception room deliver efficient, stylish living for one or two.
Practical strengths include a very long lease (979 years) with share of freehold, double glazing, fast broadband and excellent mobile signal. The property also benefits from extra loft space for storage and easy access to Surrey Quays retail park and multiple transport links.
Be clear on the downsides: the flat is small (401 sq ft) and in an area recorded as having very high crime and higher deprivation. Walls are solid brick with assumed no insulation, so heating costs could be higher than newer stock. Service charge is £800 per year; mains gas boiler and radiators provide heating.
This home suits a first-time buyer seeking a compact, move-in-ready urban pad with park views and long-term security of tenure. It could also appeal to buyers wanting a low-maintenance London base with easy retail and transport access, but those sensitive to neighbourhood safety or needing larger accommodation should consider carefully.
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