Affordable, long-lease ground-floor flat near transport links for practical first-time buyers.
Chain free with long lease (151 years)
Compact 312 sq ft one-bedroom semi-studio
Private off-street parking and communal garden
Purpose-built 1990s block with double glazing
Electric room heaters — consider running costs
Very slow broadband in the building
Service charge approx £1,500 per year
Local area: high crime and deprived indicators
This chain-free ground-floor semi-studio offers a straightforward, affordable entry into Leytonstone living. At 312 sq ft it’s compact but well-laid-out, with a combined living/dining space, a double bedroom with fitted cupboard, and a separate kitchen. A long lease (151 years) and private off-street parking add practical value for first-time buyers.
The block is a 1990s purpose-built development with double glazing and a well-kept communal garden. Large windows bring natural light into the main room. Monthly service charges average £1,500 a year; council tax is low. The flat is electrically heated with room heaters, so running costs and heating comfort should be considered.
Location is a key strength: quiet cul-de-sac off Leytonstone High Road, within walking distance of Leytonstone Underground and Overground stations and plentiful local shops, cafés and amenities. The surrounding area is inner-city and lively, popular with young families and students.
Notable drawbacks are the flat’s small overall size, very slow broadband speeds, reliance on electric heating, and the local high crime rate and area deprivation indicators. The property is suitable for a pragmatic first-time buyer or investor seeking an entry-level purchase with straightforward inhabitation or light refurbishment potential.
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