Summary - FLAT 12, MARTEL HOUSE, DEFIANT CLOSE RM12 6EY
1 bed 1 bath Apartment
Bright, modern one-bed with long lease, balcony and allocated parking — ideal first purchase.
Top-floor one-bedroom apartment with south-facing balcony
Large open-plan kitchen / reception / diner, lots of natural light
Allocated off-street parking space directly outside the block
Long lease: 994 years remaining
Service charge approx. £1,980 per year
Ground rent £250 per year (small)
No private garden; limited external private space
Average internal size — best for single buyer or couple
Set on the top floor of the St. George’s Park development, this well-presented one-bedroom apartment offers a bright, modern living space with a south-facing balcony and allocated parking. The open-plan kitchen/reception/diner is a generous L-shaped room that benefits from natural light and contemporary finishes — ideal for relaxed everyday living or entertaining. The double bedroom includes built-in wardrobes and the apartment is finished to a tidy, move-in condition.
Practical running costs are clear: a long lease (994 years), an annual service charge of about £1,980 and a modest ground rent of £250. The block appears well maintained with pleasant communal landscaping and off-street allocated parking directly outside. Broadband and mobile signal in the area are strong, and local schooling and transport links (Hornchurch Station nearby) make this a sensible choice for commuting or starting out.
This apartment will suit first-time buyers seeking a low-maintenance, contemporary home or investors after a straightforward, easy-to-manage rental asset. Note the property has limited private external space beyond the balcony and sits within a communal block, so any buyer preferring a private garden should consider that constraint. Overall, the combination of long lease, allocated parking and a sunny balcony make this a practical, attractive one-bedroom option in a quiet residential close.
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