Summary - ORCHARD COURT FLAT 208 WOOD LANE HORNCHURCH RM12 5NH
2 bed 1 bath Maisonette
Ideal for first-time buyers seeking affordable access to transport and local schools.
Ground-floor two-bedroom maisonette, approximately 606 sq ft
Allocated parking space in communal car park
Communal garden: part paved, part lawn (small to average)
Leasehold with c.150 years remaining
Service charge c.£1,100 pa; ground rent £300 pa
Compact internal footprint; suitable for first-time buyers or small families
Area classified as deprived/hampered; average local crime rate
Requires cosmetic updating rather than full refurbishment
This ground-floor two-bedroom maisonette offers an affordable entry to Hornchurch living, with one allocated parking space and a communal garden. The layout is straightforward: reception room with French doors to the outdoor space, separate kitchen to the front, two bedrooms and a family bathroom. At about 606 sq ft the home is compact but well-proportioned for a first-time buyer or small family.
Practical running costs are clear: a long lease of approximately 150 years, annual ground rent of £300 and an annual service charge around £1,100 (including block insurance). Council tax is described as low. The property is within walking distance (circa 0.9 miles) of Elm Park station and local schools, making daily travel and childcare straightforward.
The flat is presented in standard residential condition and will suit someone looking to personalise rather than move straight in with no works. The building is mid-20th century and the communal outdoor space is modest. The neighbourhood is described as an ageing community with some deprivation indicators; average local crime and hampered neighbourhood classification are factors to consider when assessing long-term resale or rental prospects.
Overall this maisonette represents good value for those seeking an inexpensive, well-located starter home or an investment with modest refurbishment potential. Buyers should factor in ongoing service/ground charges and the small internal footprint when comparing to alternatives in the price range.
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