Summary - 81 LONGBURY DRIVE ORPINGTON BR5 2JS
1 bed 1 bath Maisonette
Compact one-bedroom with private garden and easy rail links.
One double bedroom, 463 sq ft compact layout
This first-floor, one-bedroom maisonette offers a practical entry onto the property ladder with a private rear garden and direct access to St Mary Cray station. The 463 sq ft layout includes a spacious lounge and a double bedroom, presented in a modern, neutrally decorated condition ready to move into.
The home is leasehold with 81 years remaining; annual costs include a £600 service charge and a £10 ground rent. The building is a mid-20th-century mid-terrace with double glazing and gas central heating by boiler and radiators. Council tax is described as cheap.
Location is convenient for commuters and local amenities, with fast broadband and excellent mobile signal. However, the area scores high for crime and very high on area deprivation indices; buyers should consider local safety and community issues. Schools nearby range from outstanding to requires improvement.
This property suits a first-time buyer or investor seeking a compact, low-maintenance home near good rail links. The lease length and local social indicators are material factors to weigh before proceeding.
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