Summary - 88b Penge Road, Penge SE20 7UL
1 bed 1 bath Apartment
Well‑presented ground‑floor one‑bed with bay window and long lease near Penge stations..
Bright reception with bay window and high ceilings
Modern fitted kitchen with white cabinets and wooden worktops
596 sq ft — suitable for single occupant or couple
Share of freehold; 999‑year lease, no service charge or ground rent
Small front garden/forecourt only, no private rear garden
Double glazing installed before 2002 (may be less efficient)
Solid brick walls (built 1900–1929) — likely limited wall insulation
Ground‑floor flat: easier access but reduced privacy/noise considerations
Step into a bright, characterful ground‑floor apartment in a period brick‑fronted terrace on Penge Road. High ceilings and a front bay window create a generous reception space, while a modern fitted kitchen and well‑proportioned double bedroom keep the layout practical for daily living. The flat’s 596 sq ft footprint suits a single professional or couple seeking an affordable first home near fast rail links to central London.
The property benefits from a very long share of freehold (999 years) with no service charge or ground rent, simplifying running costs and ownership. Its SE20 location places shops, cafés and regular trains at Penge East/Penge West within easy walking distance, and green spaces including Crystal Palace Park are nearby for weekend downtime.
Buyers should note a few practical points: the flat is ground floor so offers less privacy than upper‑floor flats, glazing dates from before 2002, and the building’s solid brick walls were constructed without modern cavity insulation (typical for its era), which can affect heating costs. The tiny front garden/forecourt provides some outside space but is not a private rear garden.
Overall this is a competitively priced, well‑presented one‑bed apartment that balances period character with contemporary finishes. It’s a straightforward move‑in option for first‑time buyers, or a low‑maintenance buy‑to‑let with good transport and amenity access.
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