Summary - 171 Whistle Road, Siston BS16 9QX
2 bed 1 bath Apartment
Ideal for first-time buyers or buy-to-let investors near cycle routes.
- Two double bedrooms, open-plan living/kitchen
- Allocated off-street parking bay (marked 171)
- Long lease (155 years remaining) and low service charge
- Electric wall heaters; no gas central heating
- Small overall size (~507 sq ft)
- Slow broadband speeds despite excellent mobile signal
- Some external render staining; communal upkeep advised
- Leasehold: ground rent £359.68 pa, service charge £863.28 pa
This third-floor two-bedroom flat offers an airy open-plan living and kitchen space with neutral décor, clean lines and double glazing throughout. The layout suits first-time buyers wanting a move-in-ready home, or investors seeking a straightforward buy-to-let with easy tenant appeal. Both bedrooms are comfortable doubles and there is an allocated parking bay marked 171.
The building is modern (constructed post-2007) and benefits from a long lease (155 years from 2007) with a below-average service charge of £863.28 pa and ground rent of £359.68 pa. Heating is electric with wall heaters in principal rooms, so running costs will be higher than gas-heated alternatives; council tax is Band B (relatively cheap). Broadband speeds are reported slow, though mobile signal is excellent.
Externally the block is generally well maintained but shows some staining to render that may need cleaning or repainting; communal upkeep is routine but limited. The flat has no private garden and external amenity is restricted to communal forecourt/allocated parking. The property is leasehold and small at around 507 sq ft, so it suits buyers prioritising location and low-maintenance living rather than extensive space.
Nearby schools and pleasant walking and cycling routes add local appeal. Straightforward presentation and neutral finishes mean minimal cosmetic works are required, but investors should note electric heating and slow broadband when assessing yield and rental demand.
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