Summary - 50, WHITING AVENUE, BARKING IG11 8JP
1 bed 1 bath End of Terrace
Compact freehold home with garden and refurbishment potential near Barking transport links.
Freehold one-bedroom end-of-terrace with private garden and outbuilding
Around 511 sq ft — compact, low-maintenance layout
Built 1930–1949 on solid brick walls; likely no cavity insulation
Double glazing installed before 2002 — may need upgrading
Mains gas boiler and radiators — functional heating system
Fast broadband and excellent mobile signal; good transport links
High local crime and area deprivation — consider safety and security
Small plot size; limited outdoor space
This freehold one-bedroom end-of-terrace offers straightforward living and clear potential in Barking. Ready-made for a first-time buyer or investor, the home's compact layout includes a living room, fitted kitchen, single bedroom and private garden with a useful outbuilding that could serve as a home office or studio.
Practical details are honest: the house was built 1930–1949 with solid brick walls (likely no cavity insulation), and the double glazing was installed before 2002. Heating is mains gas via a boiler and radiators. These points suggest immediate comfort but also scope for energy-efficiency improvements and cosmetic updating — a good opportunity for value-added refurbishment.
Location strengths include fast broadband, excellent mobile signal and access to Barking C2C transport links, plus several well-rated primary and secondary schools nearby. The area is a busy inner-city neighbourhood popular with young families and students, with local shops, buses and leisure facilities within walking distance.
Be candid about local challenges: crime rates are high and the wider area shows significant deprivation. The plot is small and the property’s footprint is modest at around 511 sq ft, so outdoor space is limited. Buyers should budget for modernization, possible insulation work, and check council tax and any local management arrangements before committing.
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