Summary - Nicholson Square, Bow, London E3 3UB
1 bed 1 bath Flat
Ready-to-move-in modern apartment with excellent transport links and balcony views.
One double bedroom with private balcony and canal-side outlook
Open-plan living with floor-to-ceiling windows and strong natural light
EWS1 compliant; lift access and secure entry for peace of mind
Underground bike storage; excellent mobile signal and fast broadband
Leasehold with c.116 years remaining; suitable for mortgage buyers
Service charge c.£2,695 pa and ground rent £200 pa — budget accordingly
Community heating scheme—less individual control over costs
No private garden; communal outdoor space small to average
Light-filled one-bedroom apartment in Bow River Village, ideal for a first-time buyer seeking a ready-to-move-in city base. The open-plan reception and floor-to-ceiling glazing open onto a private balcony with waterside views, giving the apartment a spacious, contemporary feel. The bedroom is a good double and the bathroom and kitchen are presented to a high standard.
Practical features include lift access, underground bike storage and secure entry, plus EWS1 compliance for buyer confidence. Transport links are strong: Bromley-by-Bow station is close by with easy routes to Canary Wharf, Stratford and the City, making this a convenient commuter home or rental opportunity.
Be clear about the running costs: the property is leasehold with about 116 years remaining, a service charge around £2,695 pa and a £200 ground rent. Heating is provided via a community scheme, which can mean less direct control and variable costs. There is no private garden and the development’s communal outdoor space is modest.
The apartment suits someone wanting a modern, low-maintenance central London home with waterside character. It offers straightforward move-in condition and good rental appeal, but buyers should factor ongoing service charges and communal heating into affordability calculations.
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