Affordable central London starter near Bow Road transport links.
Compact 1-bedroom flat, approx 412 sq ft
A compact first-floor apartment offering affordable central-London entry at around 412 sq ft. The flat sits in a Victorian end-terrace and retains period features such as arched windows and floorboards, offering straightforward scope for light refurbishment to suit a modern starter home or rental.
The property will be sold at public auction by order of a housing association and is offered vacant on a new 125-year lease. Practical details: gas boiler with radiators, EPC rating D, solid brick walls (likely uninsulated) and mains services. Quick completion is possible but buyers must review the legal pack before bidding.
Important negatives: the property is in a high-crime, deprived area and is ex-council, which may affect resale and rental premiums. The auction sale carries extra costs — a buyer’s premium of 0.5% + VAT plus a £1,500 inc VAT admin fee — and sale is subject to auction terms. Some cosmetic and thermal-improvement work is likely required.
Transport and local amenities are strong: Bow Road Underground and West Ham rail are nearby, plus shops, schools rated Outstanding/Good, and fast broadband with excellent mobile signal. Suitable for a determined first-time buyer or investor comfortable with auction purchase and light refurbishment.
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