Summary - 39A CEPHAS AVENUE LONDON E1 4AT
1 bed 1 bath Flat
Characterful one-bed with rare private outdoor space near central transport.
- Own entrance and private rear courtyard garden
- Victorian character: exposed brick, sash windows, log burner
- Approx. 459 sq ft one-bedroom lower-ground conversion
- Share of freehold; 87 years remaining on lease
- Solid brick walls with no assumed cavity insulation
- Lower-ground level may be darker; check ventilation/damp
- Area: excellent transport links, close to shops and eateries
- Local issues: high crime and very deprived area
Set within a Victorian terrace, this lower-ground one-bedroom conversion offers a private entrance and an unusually generous rear courtyard for a flat of this size (approx. 459 sq ft). The reception room retains period character with exposed brickwork, a working log burner and wooden floors; the double bedroom benefits from a dual aspect. Shared ownership of the freehold (share of freehold) and an 87-year lease provide a straightforward tenure position, but the remaining term is something to monitor.
This property will appeal to first-time buyers wanting a characterful home with outdoor space, or investors seeking a let with standout private garden amenity. The area is extremely well connected: Stepney Green, Bethnal Green and Whitechapel stations are all close, and Shoreditch, Spitalfields and Brick Lane are within easy reach for social and retail life.
Buyers should note some practical considerations. The building is solid-brick Victorian with no assumed cavity insulation, so thermal improvements may be needed. Being on the lower-ground level means rooms can be darker and may require good ventilation and damp checks. The neighbourhood records higher crime levels and is assessed as very deprived, which may affect longer-term resale and rental expectations.
On the positive side, running costs look reasonable (cheap council tax) and the flat has mains gas heating with a boiler and radiators. For someone seeking a central London pied-à-terre with private outdoor space, or a renovation project that preserves period detail while improving energy efficiency, this is a compelling proposition.
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