Large two-bed share-of-freehold with garage, leafy views and easy access to Cockfosters amenities..
Generous 22ft reception room with leafy elevated views
Private garage plus residents’ parking included
Two bedrooms with fitted wardrobes; good internal storage
Share of freehold; long lease (970 years)
Service charge approx. £2,050 per year
Broadband speeds reported as slow — may need upgrading
Cavity walls likely have no added insulation (assumed)
Built c.1967–75; mid-century construction and character
Set within mature communal grounds in Cockfosters, this well-presented two-bedroom share-of-freehold apartment offers spacious, light-filled living and practical extras that suit family life. The highlight is a generous 22ft reception room with elevated, leafy views over Monken Hadley and the Pymmes Brook Trail, while both bedrooms include fitted wardrobes for easy storage. A private garage plus residents’ parking and access to communal lawns make this a rare find for flats in the area.
The contemporary kitchen features quartz worktops and integrated appliances with room for dining, and the fully tiled bathroom has modern fittings and floor lighting. The apartment has wood flooring, built-in storage in the hallway and double glazing. Cockfosters village amenities and Piccadilly Line station are within a short walk, and Trent Park and local outstanding schools are close by — convenient for families and professionals.
Buyers should note this is sold as shared ownership with a long lease (970 years) and a share of freehold. Annual service charges average £2,050. Broadband speeds in the area are reported as slow, which may affect home working or streaming unless upgraded. The building dates from the late 1960s/early 1970s; walls are cavity with no added insulation (assumed), so consider potential energy-efficiency or retrofit costs.
Overall this apartment suits families or professionals seeking roomy, well-located accommodation with private parking and attractive communal grounds. The combination of a long lease, private garage and proximity to green space gives practical everyday benefits, balanced by running costs and potential insulation or connectivity updates.