Compact period flat with communal garden and garage, close to Norwood Junction.
Chain-free sale with new 125-year lease on completion
A compact one-bedroom apartment in a handsome Victorian building, offered chain-free with a new 125-year lease on completion. The flat is well presented and retains period character including sash windows, original working fireplace, picture rails and wooden shutters. An open-plan living room/kitchen faces the large communal garden, bringing natural light and a pleasant outlook.
This property suits a first-time buyer or investor seeking a central, characterful home with good transport links — Norwood Junction and Selhurst stations are nearby with direct trains to central London. Practical advantages include double glazing, mains gas boiler and an included garage space, plus low council tax and a modest ground rent of £100.
Be clear on the limitations: the apartment is small (approximately 334 sq ft) and built with solid brick walls likely without cavity insulation, which may affect heating costs. The wider area scores as deprived with above-average crime, so buyers should factor neighbourhood considerations into their plans. There is potential to improve energy efficiency and modernise finishes, making this a value opportunity for someone prepared to refresh the interior.
Overall this is a characterful, chain-free one-bed with garden access, short commutes to central London and scope for sensible upgrading. It will appeal to buyers prioritising location and period detail over internal space.