Summary -
1B ASKWITH ROAD,RAINHAM,RM13 8EL
RM13 8EL
1 bed 1 bath Flat
Chain-free one-bedroom flat with private garden and parking — ideal first-time buyers.
Chain-free ground-floor one-bedroom flat with private rear garden
Off-street parking; rare for local flats
Gas central heating and double glazing reduce heating costs
Compact contemporary kitchen; small footprint, scope to personalise
Approximately 1.2 miles to Rainham station; good transport links
Leasehold tenure—check remaining term and service charges
Located in a high-crime, very deprived area; consider insurance/resale impact
No flooding risk; very low council tax keeps running costs down
This ground-floor one-bedroom flat is offered chain-free and suits a first-time buyer seeking an affordable entry into Rainham. The property includes its own private rear garden and off-street parking — uncommon extras for flats in the area — plus gas central heating and double glazing for low running costs.
Internally the layout is practical: a medium living room, a double bedroom and a compact contemporary kitchen with direct garden access. The accommodation is tidy and move-in ready but modest in size, giving scope to personalise or improve the kitchen and bathroom to increase comfort and value.
Practical strengths include good commuter links (about 1.2 miles to Rainham station), fast broadband and strong mobile signal. Council tax is very low and there is no flooding risk, helping to keep ongoing costs down.
Notable drawbacks are material: the property is leasehold and located in an area with high crime rates and significant deprivation. These factors may affect resale values and insurance costs; buyers should check lease terms and local services. Overall this is a pragmatic, low-maintenance starter home or rental opportunity with outdoor space and straightforward improvement potential.
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