Summary - Elgin Road, Ilford IG3 8LN
2 bed 1 bath Flat
Spacious two-bedroom with parking and loft potential near Seven Kings station.
Two double bedrooms with large bay-window reception room
Off-street parking for one car — rare for local flats
121 years remaining on lease; leasehold tenure
Potential for loft extension (subject to planning/building regs)
EPC rating D; likely needs energy and insulation improvements
Solid brick construction; assumed no wall insulation
Requires general modernisation throughout (kitchen, decor, finishes)
Local area: above-average crime and higher deprivation — consider resale risk
This first-floor two-bedroom flat occupies a Victorian mid-terrace and suits buyers seeking space and potential close to transport. The layout includes a large reception with bay window, two double bedrooms and a compact kitchen and bathroom — comfortable for a small family, couple or investor.
Practical benefits include gas central heating, double glazing, off-street parking for one car and a long lease (121 years). The property also offers scope to add value with a loft dormer (subject to consents) and general modernisation throughout, which could increase living space and rental income.
Be candid about condition: the flat needs updating and the building has solid brick walls likely without insulation, so expect refurbishment costs to improve thermal performance. The neighbourhood has faster broadband and excellent mobile signal but sits in an area with higher-than-average crime and local deprivation, which will influence resale and letting considerations.
Overall, this is a straightforward purchase for a first-time buyer wanting a roomy home with expansion upside or an investor targeting strong transport links and rental demand. Buyers should budget for modernisation, potential insulation upgrades, and transaction costs associated with leasehold ownership.
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