Summary - 39 ST HELENA ROAD LONDON SE16 2QU
1 bed 1 bath Flat
Central, light-filled flat with clear refurbishment potential near Surrey Quays.
1 bedroom, large reception room, separate kitchen
488 sq ft; mid‑century 1960s apartment character
Leasehold with approximately 104 years remaining
Service charge approximately £3,400 per year
Ground rent £10 (amount listed as unknown basis)
Community mains-gas heating; double glazing, install date unknown
Cavity walls assumed without added insulation—efficiency upgrades likely
Located near Surrey Quays shops and transport; area has above-average crime
This well-arranged one-bedroom flat on the fourth floor offers a spacious reception room, separate kitchen and a double bedroom across 488 sq ft. Its mid‑century 1960s character and large windows deliver good natural light and clear scope to modernise.
The property sits moments from Surrey Quays retail and transport amenities, making day-to-day life and commuting straightforward. Leasehold details are healthy with about 104 years remaining, and flood risk is very low.
Notable running costs include a higher-than-average service charge (circa £3,400) and a small ground rent. Heating is provided by a community mains-gas scheme; walls are cavity with no added insulation assumed, so energy efficiency improvements may be required.
This flat suits a first-time buyer or investor seeking a practical central base with refurbishment potential. Be aware the local area records above-average crime and the building construction dates from the 1950s–1960s, so expect some ongoing maintenance or upgrading works.
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