Characterful, light-filled one-bed in Streatham Hill with communal gardens and long lease..
One double bedroom with bright, characterful reception room
Separate modern kitchen, functional layout for single/couple
Communal gardens and maintained Art Deco block grounds
Close to Streatham Hill station and multiple bus routes
141 years remaining on the lease, long-term security
Service charge £3,900pa covers heating, hot water, porter
Community heating — limited individual control of heating
Solid brick construction likely needs insulation or glazing upgrades
Set within a well-kept Art Deco block, this bright one-bedroom flat offers a practical first step onto the Streatham Hill property ladder. The accommodation includes a spacious, light-filled reception with period character, a separate modern kitchen and a double bedroom leading through to the bathroom. Large windows and high ceilings give a sense of space despite an overall footprint of about 449 sq ft.
The building is notable for its communal gardens and maintained grounds, creating a pleasant outlook and outdoor space. The service charge (£3,900 pa) covers resident heating and hot water with uncapped usage, an on-site porter and a significant contribution to the estate sinking fund — useful running-cost protection for occupants. Streatham Hill station and several bus routes are within easy walking distance.
Practical strengths include a long lease (141 years remaining), council tax band B and no flooding risk. The flat sits in an inner-city, cosmopolitan area with good broadband, excellent mobile signal and a range of local amenities and highly rated nearby schools.
Buyers should note the higher service charge and the community heating arrangement means individual control of heating may be limited. The building dates from the 1950s–60s and walls are likely solid brick with no added insulation; further improvements (double glazing, insulation upgrades) may be desirable and could incur expense. Overall, this is a straightforward, characterful one-bedroom suitable for first-time buyers or investors seeking a well-located, low-maintenance central-London flat.