Summary - 179 GURNEY CLOSE BARKING IG11 8JZ
1 bed 1 bath Apartment
Long lease one-bedroom close to shops, transport and amenities — ideal for first buyers or investors.
Long lease: 114 years remaining
Service charge approx. £1,300 per year
Ground rent approx. £300 per year
473 sq ft one-bedroom apartment
Electric room heaters, no central heating
Communal garden and nearby shops
Fast broadband and excellent mobile signal
Local area: above-average crime, high deprivation
This one-bedroom apartment in Gurney Close offers a practical entry into Barking with easy access to shops, public transport and local services. At 473 sq ft the layout is traditional and efficient, with a reception room, separate kitchen, bedroom and bathroom — suitable for a single occupant or couple, or as a rental unit for investors.
The flat benefits from a long lease (114 years remaining), double glazing and an EPC rating of C. Residents enjoy a communal garden and nearby supermarket, shopping centre and health facilities; broadband speeds are fast and mobile signal is excellent — useful for working from home or keeping tenants connected.
Important considerations: the property is leasehold (service charge approx. £1,300pa, ground rent £300pa) and heating is by electric room heaters rather than a central system. The local area is classed as very deprived and recorded crime is above average; these factors may affect resale and rental yields and should be weighed by buyers.
This apartment suits first-time buyers seeking an affordable, well-located home or investors looking for a lettable unit in a busy transport corridor. It presents scope for cosmetic upgrading or refurbishment to increase appeal and rental value, but buyers should confirm appliance and service condition and factor in communal charges.
All measurements and descriptions are provided for guidance only; prospective purchasers should verify lease, service charge, building compliance and condition with their legal and technical advisers.
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