Chain free with 125-year lease remaining
A smartly finished two-bedroom garden flat just off Francis Road, offered chain free with a reassuring 125-year lease. The ground-floor apartment feels bright and contemporary thanks to white walls, large-format tiling and a modern kitchen with integrated appliances. A private, low-maintenance 40ft courtyard provides useful outdoor space in this lively Leyton location.
The property sits within a handsome Victorian terrace and retains period character such as a bay-windowed principal bedroom and high ceilings. It’s compact at about 529 sq ft, arranged with bedrooms and reception off a central hallway, practical storage under the stairs and a contemporary bathroom finished in full-height tiling.
Notable practical points are clear: the building is listed which may restrict alterations and complicate permissions; the solid brick walls likely lack insulation; and local crime is above average. Service charge is modest for the area, the lease is long, and transport is excellent — Leyton tube and Leyton Midland Road overground are within easy walking distance.
This home will suit a first-time buyer seeking a move-in-ready flat near Francis Road’s cafés and shops, or an investor wanting a well-presented rental near strong transport links. Buyers needing scope to extend or fully retrofit insulation should be aware of the listed status and potential extra costs.