Well-presented first-floor flat with parking and good schools nearby.
Two double bedrooms and open-plan lounge/diner, compact 571 sq ft
Allocated off-street parking and communal gardens
Leasehold with c.124 years remaining—suitable for mortgage approval
Service charge £1,920 pa; ground rent £100 pa
EPC C and mains gas boiler with radiators
Very slow broadband in area may impede home-working
Overall size described as small—limited storage and room space
Council Tax Band D (moderate) and low local crime
This well-presented first-floor two-bedroom apartment sits in a modern, three-storey block in Chartwell Gardens, Cheam. The layout includes an open-plan lounge/diner, separate contemporary kitchen and a family bathroom — compact, practical accommodation suited to first-time buyers or professionals. Allocated off-street parking and communal gardens add convenience and outdoor space without maintenance responsibilities.
Practical running costs are clear: EPC rating C, Council Tax Band D, ground rent £100 pa and an average service charge of £1,920 pa. The property is leasehold with approximately 124 years remaining — a healthy term for mortgage and purchase purposes. Broadband speeds in the area are reported as very slow, which may affect remote working without an alternative connection solution.
The block dates from the 1980s with double glazing fitted post-2002 and mains gas central heating via a boiler and radiators. Nearby transport links include local buses and West Sutton station under a mile away, providing straightforward commutes into central London. Local schools include several highly rated primaries and secondaries, making the location attractive to buyers planning for family life.
Overall the apartment offers an affordable entry into a very affluent area with low crime and good mobile signal. It’s a compact home that suits buyers seeking low-maintenance suburban living close to transport and amenities; those needing larger rooms or fast broadband should factor potential limitations into their decision.