Summary - South Lambeth Road, Vauxhall SW8 1XR
2 bed 1 bath Flat
Character-filled period flat with modern finishes steps from major transport links.
Two bedrooms in a period second-floor conversion
Large reception with high ceilings and original sash shutters
Modern kitchen and bathroom; kitchen is compact
617 sq ft internal area; practical two-bed layout
Share of Freehold with 986 years remaining on lease
Service charge £500 and council tax band C (affordable)
No private outdoor space; inner-city location without garden
Solid brick walls (likely no cavity insulation) may affect energy bills
This well-presented two-bedroom period conversion occupies the second floor of a handsome terrace on South Lambeth Road. It balances original Victorian character — high ceilings, sash window shutters and timber floors — with modern touches including a contemporary kitchen and bathroom. The 617 sq ft layout provides a large reception room and two practical bedrooms suitable for a professional couple or first-time buyers.
Practical ownership benefits include a long lease (986 years) and a Share of Freehold, with a below-average service charge of £500 and an affordable council tax band C. Transport links are a major strength: Vauxhall, Stockwell and Oval stations are within easy reach, and local amenities, cafés and Vauxhall Park are close by.
Notable negatives are straightforward: there is no private outdoor space, the kitchen is compact and may limit dining options, and the building’s solid brick construction likely lacks cavity wall insulation, which could affect running costs. The surrounding area is inner-city and classed as deprived, with average crime levels — worth checking in person for local context.
Overall this apartment offers a ready-to-move-in home with period charm and modern conveniences, strong transport appeal and long-term tenure security. It suits first-time buyers seeking an urban base or investors targeting reliable rental demand, but expect typical inner-city constraints such as limited outdoor space and potential energy-efficiency upgrades.
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