Summary - Walkinshaw Road, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN2 SN2 2FJ
2 bed 1 bath Apartment
Ideal starter home close to shopping and transport links for commuting buyers.
Chain free with 141 years remaining on the lease
Compact 557 sq ft, efficient two-bedroom layout
Two allocated off-street parking spaces included
Modern building with landscaped communal garden
Service charge approximately £2,032 per year
Ground rent £164 per year
Area: very deprived with above-average crime rates
EPC C, mains gas central heating, excellent broadband
This compact two-bedroom apartment offers an economical, move-in-ready option for first-time buyers or buy-to-let investors. At about 557 sq ft the layout makes efficient use of space with a bright living room, a practical kitchen and two bedrooms suitable for a couple or home office. The property is offered chain free with 141 years remaining on the lease.
Outside, the development is modern and neatly landscaped, with two allocated off-street parking spaces and a communal garden. Local transport links are strong — quick access to the M4, A419 and Swindon Designer Outlet — and broadband and mobile signals are excellent for remote working and streaming.
Buyers should note the material costs of ownership: an annual service charge of around £2,032 and ground rent of £164. The area scores high for deprivation and records above-average crime rates, which may affect local desirability and rental yields. The apartment is leasehold but benefits from a long remaining term; EPC rating C and mains gas central heating are in place.
Overall this is a pragmatic, low-maintenance purchase for someone prioritising affordability, good connectivity and a modern finish. It suits a first-time buyer seeking a compact home close to amenities, or an investor targeting steady rental demand in a well-connected town location.
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