Summary - DOWES HOUSE FLAT 17 LEIGHAM AVENUE LONDON SW16 2TL
2 bed 1 bath Apartment
Spacious two-bedroom flat with balcony, parking and long lease — ideal for first-time buyers..
Two double bedrooms and large reception room
Private balcony overlooking communal green space
Off-street residents' parking within the grounds
Very long lease — approximately 172 years remaining
Service charge about £2,400 per year
Area classed as deprived; crime above average
1950s solid brick construction; likely no wall insulation
Fast broadband and excellent mobile signal
This two-double-bedroom third-floor apartment offers a practical first home or buy-to-let in a well-connected Streatham location. The flat is neutrally presented with a modern kitchen, large reception and a private balcony overlooking communal greenery — a comfortable, move-in-ready proposition for buyers wanting space without major works.
Key practical benefits include off-street residents’ parking, fast broadband and excellent mobile signal, plus a very long lease (around 172 years remaining). The block sits close to Streatham High Road amenities and both Streatham Hill and Streatham stations, providing straightforward links into Clapham Junction, Victoria and central London.
Buyers should note material neighbourhood and running-cost factors. The area is classified as deprived with above-average crime, which may concern some purchasers. Service charges are around £2,400pa and ground rent is nominal (£10); the building dates from the 1950s and walls are likely uninsulated, so thermal performance may be modest. Overall, the flat’s size, balcony and transport access make it a practical choice for first-time buyers or investors prepared to accept local area trade-offs.
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