Summary - Flat 1 Plover House, Capstan Drive RM13 9JF
2 bed 1 bath Apartment
Commuter-friendly apartment with long lease and private garage close to station.
- Under 30 minutes to London from Rainham station
- Two bedrooms, open-plan kitchen/lounge, one family bathroom
- Garage included for private parking
- Long lease: 130 years remaining
- Service charge approx. £1,500/year; ground rent £125/year
- Small internal footprint ~549 sq ft; rear communal lawn only
- Laundry/utility room needs redecoration; mould present
- Located in a higher-crime, economically deprived area
This ground-floor two-bedroom apartment sits in a modern low-rise block just under 30 minutes from central London by train, making it a practical choice for commuters and small families. The open-plan kitchen/lounge opens to a rear communal lawn via patio doors, and the property includes a garage space for parking. Built in the early 2000s with double glazing and gas central heating, the home is ready to occupy with mostly standard fixtures.
Running costs are straightforward: a long lease of 130 years, modest ground rent of £125 per year and an average service charge of around £1,500 annually. Broadband speeds are fast and mobile signal is excellent, supporting home-working and streaming. Local schools rated Good and a range of amenities are within easy reach, including shops, cafés and Rainham station.
Buyers should note practical drawbacks honestly. The building is in an area with higher crime and overall local deprivation; the communal outdoor space is small and shared. Internal areas are compact (approximately 549 sq ft) and the laundry/utility room shows mould and will need redecoration or repairs. There is one family bathroom only and the apartment overlooks a resident car park to the front, which limits privacy for front-facing rooms.
For first-time buyers or downsizers wanting a commuter-friendly base, this apartment offers a secure long lease and low council tax band B. Investors will find straightforward rental appeal but should factor in the service charge, ground rent and local area characteristics when assessing yields.
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