Summary - FLAT 1, 313, SYDENHAM ROAD CR0 2EL
1 bed 1 bath Ground Flat
Private patio and allocated parking near fast commuter links, ideal for first purchase or rental..
Long lease 152 years with low service charge (£300pa)
Private enclosed outside space accessed from kitchen
Allocated off-street parking to the rear
Small studio layout — limited internal living space
Victorian building with solid brick walls, likely uninsulated
Double glazing fitted before 2002; upgrade potential
Mains gas central heating (boiler and radiators)
Area has high recorded crime and significant deprivation
A compact ground-floor studio conversion offering a private outside space and allocated off-street parking, ideal for a first-time buyer or investor seeking a low-running-cost London entry. The long lease (152 years) and below-average service charge (£300pa) strengthen affordability, while fast broadband and excellent mobile signal suit modern working needs. Located between East Croydon and Selhurst stations, the flat provides convenient commuter links and local amenities.
The interior combines a contemporary kitchen with double-glazed doors opening onto a small enclosed patio, delivering good natural light and a useful outdoor area for one or two people. Heating is by mains gas boiler and radiators; the building is a Victorian semi with solid brick walls and older double glazing (installed before 2002). These features mean reasonable heating performance now but point to potential improvement opportunities — insulation, window upgrades, or other energy-efficiency works.
Buyers should note material facts plainly: the flat is small (approximately 347 sq ft) and arranged as a studio layout, so space is limited. The property sits in an area with high recorded crime and very high levels of local deprivation; prospective purchasers should consider local safety and amenity factors and verify these personally. The leasehold tenure remains long, but additional leasehold administration fees (lease packs, searches) may be payable at sale.
Overall this is a pragmatic, affordable entry-level purchase with clear upside for someone wanting a low-maintenance pied-à-terre or a rental investment near strong transport links. It suits someone prioritising location, low annual costs and immediate usability, while accepting modest internal space and some retrofit potential for energy improvements.
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