Summary - FORSET COURT FLAT 53 EDGWARE ROAD LONDON W2 2RE
1 bed 1 bath Apartment
Move-in ready city flat with porter and lift, ideal for first buyers.
24-hour porter and lift in a well-maintained block
Spacious reception and large bedroom with hardwood floors
Long lease (approximately 97 years) and chain free sale
581 sq ft (approx) — comfortable one-bed city apartment
High annual service charge c. £10,235 — significant running cost
Community mains-gas heating; communal controls may affect bills
Secondary glazing present; building likely lacks full wall insulation
Local crime level recorded as very high — check security needs
This bright fourth-floor one-bedroom flat in Forset Court offers an easy city lifestyle close to Edgware Road, Paddington and Oxford Street. The apartment’s large reception, generous bedroom and hardwood floors create an airy, modern feel suitable for a single buyer or couple. Lift access, refurbished communal areas and a 24-hour porter add convenience and security.
Practical strengths include a long lease (97 years), no forward chain and an Energy Rating of C. The property sits within a well-maintained period building with solid brick construction; secondary glazing reduces noise but full thermal insulation is likely limited. Heating is via a community mains-gas scheme — convenient but communal controls and costs should be understood.
Be clear about running costs: the service charge is high at approximately £10,235 a year, and there is a small ground rent of £100. The local crime level is recorded as very high for the area, so buyers should review safety and insurance implications. Broadband speeds are average, mobile signal is excellent, and there is no flood risk.
Overall this is a practical, move-in-ready city flat that will suit a first-time buyer seeking central living or an investor looking for strong rental demand. The combination of porter, lift and location are valuable, but factor in the high service charges and community heating arrangement when assessing affordability and resale potential.
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