Summary - THE WILLOWS, 400 APARTMENT 69 MIDDLEWOOD ROAD SHEFFIELD S6 1BJ
2 bed 1 bath Apartment
Secure gated flat with parking and great transport — ideal first home or rental.
Two double bedrooms with fitted wardrobes in the master
Open-plan lounge and kitchen with Juliet balcony
Allocated off-street parking within secure gated development
Leasehold: 183 years remaining (from 2008)
Service charge c. £2,200 per year; ground rent £150
Presented in good decorative order; move-in ready
Local area: high crime rate and classified as very deprived
Excellent public transport links to Sheffield city centre
This second-floor two-bedroom apartment in The Willows offers a compact, low-maintenance home ideal for a first-time buyer or buy-to-let investor. The open-plan lounge and fitted kitchen, Juliet balcony, and two double bedrooms make efficient use of the 574 sq ft footprint. The development is gated and includes an allocated off-street parking space and communal bike store.
Practical features include uPVC double glazing, gas central heating with boiler and radiators, integrated kitchen appliances, and a long lease (183 years remaining). The property is presented in good decorative order and requires no immediate refurbishment, making it move-in ready or immediately lettable.
Buyers should note this is a leasehold flat with an average annual service charge of around £2,200 and a ground rent of £150. The local area scores high for crime and is classified as very deprived, which may affect long-term resale values and rental demand. Broadband speeds are average.
Location is a clear strength: excellent public transport links (Supertram terminus nearby), easy access to Sheffield city centre, and Hillsborough’s amenities including shops, parks, and leisure facilities. Local primary schools are rated Good, though one nearby secondary is rated Inadequate, which may influence family buyers.
Overall this is a practical, modern apartment offering secure parking and transport convenience, suited to buyers seeking a straightforward, low-maintenance city-base or investors seeking a readily rentable unit — provided they accept leasehold costs and local area considerations.
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