Summary - Flat 4, 12 Bow Common Lane E3 4YU
1 bed 1 bath Flat
Ready-to-move-in city flat with balcony and strong transport links for starters or investors.
Second-floor one-bedroom apartment, 510 sq ft, open-plan layout
Chain free and presented in immaculate, move-in condition
121 years remaining on the lease (leasehold)
Service charge c. £1,500 per year; ground rent TBA
Electric room heaters — likely higher running costs than gas
Good transport links: Devons Road DLR and Mile End nearby
Average broadband speeds; excellent mobile signal
Located in a deprived area of E3; local crime level average
This purpose-built one-bedroom apartment on Bow Common Lane is presented chain-free and in immaculate condition — a ready-to-move-in option for first-time buyers or buy-to-let investors. The second-floor, open-plan layout makes efficient use of the 510 sq ft, with large windows and a balcony bringing natural light into the living space.
The kitchen is fitted with integrated appliances and a clean contemporary finish; the double bedroom includes built-in storage and the bathroom is modern and well maintained. Practical details are reassuring: a secure entry system, a long lease (121 years) and an EPC C rating.
Running costs and local context are important to consider. Heating is electric (room heaters), which may mean higher energy bills compared with gas-heated homes. The property is leasehold with a service charge of around £1,500 per year and ground rent details currently TBA. Broadband speeds are average and the immediate area scores as deprived, though public transport links (Devons Road DLR, Mile End) are close and mobile signal is excellent.
Overall this apartment offers low-maintenance city living in East London with scope for rental income or a comfortable starter home. It suits someone seeking convenience, quick access to the City and a modern interior, provided they accept the leasehold costs and electric heating arrangement.
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