Summary - PORTSEA HALL FLAT 83 PORTSEA PLACE LONDON W2 2BY
1 bed 1 bath Flat
Bright, characterful flat moments from Hyde Park ideal for central-London living.
• Dual-aspect living room with high ceilings and large bay windows
• Generous bedroom with parquet flooring and separate study area
• Portered block with lift and community heating scheme
• Central Hyde Park/Edgware Road location, excellent transport links
• 538 sq ft — roomy for a one-bedroom flat in central London
• Leasehold: 96 years remaining; potential lease considerations
• Service charge £4,500pa (above average); ground rent £200pa
• Solid brick construction, no known wall insulation; retrofit likely beneficial
Set just off Edgware Road and a short stroll from Hyde Park, this light-filled one-bedroom flat offers a rare combination of period character and central convenience. The dual-aspect living room with high ceilings and large bay windows creates a bright, airy reception ideal for relaxing or entertaining. The bedroom is generously proportioned and includes parquet flooring; a small designated study area suits home working.
The building is a portered block with lift access and a community heating scheme, simplifying day-to-day living in this central location. Broadband speeds are fast and mobile signal is excellent, and a wide range of shops, cafés and transport links are within easy reach. With 538 sqft, the layout feels roomy for a central London one-bedroom.
Buyers should note the flat is leasehold with 96 years remaining, a service charge of £4,500 p.a. (above average) and a ground rent of £200 p.a. The building dates from 1930–1949 and walls are original solid brick with no known insulation, so there may be scope and cost for thermal improvements. Crime levels in the area are above average and the wider neighbourhood shows some deprivation indicators.
This property will suit a purchaser seeking a well-located, characterful central-London home or a buy-to-let investor wanting immediate lettability near Hyde Park. It offers comfortable living now, with clear areas where investment could increase comfort and long-term value.
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