Two-bedroom raised ground flat in prime W2 with strong upside but short lease..
Two double bedrooms and one bathroom, approximately 750 sq ft
Raised ground-floor flat with private front garden
Prime W2 location near Hyde Park and excellent transport links
Lease 43 years remaining — lenders may refuse mortgages
Service charge approx. £2,000 per year
Fast broadband and excellent mobile signal
Located in an inner-city cosmopolitan area with very high crime levels
Good local amenities and several well-rated schools nearby
Set on the raised ground floor of a period building in Bayswater, this two-bedroom flat offers a spacious 750 sq ft layout and a private garden — rare for flats in this prime W2 location. Close to Hyde Park, transport links and a wide range of shops and cafés, the property suits buyers seeking central London convenience and rental demand.
The main attraction for many buyers will be the investment potential: generous room sizes and a low remaining lease create scope to add value, subject to obtaining the necessary permissions and resolving lease issues. Broadband is fast and mobile signal is excellent, supporting modern rental occupier expectations.
There are material drawbacks that must be weighed. The lease has only 43 years remaining, which may make mortgage lending difficult or impossible without a lease extension; this is the single most important factor affecting purchase feasibility and value. The service charge is approximately £2,000 per year. The local area records very high crime levels, which could affect lettings and resale desirability for some purchasers.
This property will suit investors or renovators prepared to address the lease and accept central‑London urban realities. For a buyer who can secure financing or budget for a lease extension, the flat provides a central location, solid space and clear opportunity to enhance value over time.