Summary - Basement, 68 Chesterton Road W10 6EP
1 bed 1 bath Apartment
Period character with garden views, ideal for a first home or buy-to-let.
Large one-bedroom flat, approximately 668 sq ft
Set within a period conversion on Chesterton Road, this raised ground/basement one-bedroom apartment blends traditional character with modern fittings. The double bedroom benefits from a large bay window and the reception room overlooks a private garden, offering light and a sense of outdoor space rare for a flat at this level. The fitted kitchen and bathroom are contemporary, and double glazing was installed after 2002.
Practical aspects suit a first-time buyer or investor: the apartment totals about 668 sq ft, has mains gas central heating with boiler and radiators, excellent mobile signal and fast broadband. The lease has 111 years remaining and running costs include a service charge around £1,365pa and a small ground rent of £150pa. The location provides easy access to Ladbroke Grove station, Portobello Road and local amenities in North Kensington.
Be clear about the drawbacks: the building is older (pre-1900) with solid brick walls likely lacking cavity insulation, which may mean higher heating costs and future retrofit work. The area records above-average crime and socio-economic deprivation indicators, which may concern some buyers and affect rental demand. The property is leasehold, so long-term purchasers should review lease terms and charges.
Overall this is a well-proportioned, characterful one-bedroom flat near Notting Hill with garden access and strong transport links. It offers sensible immediate move-in condition with clear potential for value-add through insulation upgrades and interior refurbishment.
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