Compact, low-maintenance one-bed with parking and lift access, ideal for first-time buyers..
Allocated off-street parking and communal bike storage
Open-plan living/kitchen in compact 388 sq ft footprint
Built 2021 with EPC rating C; modern thermal performance
Lift-served second-floor apartment with secure communal entrance
Electric room heaters only — no gas central heating
Leasehold with high ground rent (£800) — check lease terms
Very high local crime and very deprived area — be aware
Council Tax band A (very cheap)
Light, low-maintenance living describes this one-bedroom second-floor apartment built in 2021. The open-plan living/kitchen makes efficient use of 388 sq ft, and the double bedroom includes a built-in wardrobe. A secure communal entrance with lift access, allocated off-street parking and communal bike storage suit commuters and those who value convenience.
The location is practical: walking distance to Hengrove Leisure Centre and Imperial Retail Park (Aldi, TK Maxx, Next, M&S Food) with regular bus links into Bristol city centre. EPC rating C and recent construction mean reasonable thermal performance for an electric-heated home, although heating is provided by electric room heaters rather than gas central heating.
Important facts to note: the property is leasehold with a significant ground rent of £800, council tax band A (very cheap) and sits in an area with very high crime rates and high local deprivation. The apartment is compact and will suit a single professional, first-time buyer or downsizer prioritising location and low upkeep rather than large living spaces.
Overall this is a modern, practical flat offering easy access to shops and transport. It represents a sensible, straightforward option for someone wanting a turn-key small home or an entry-level purchase close to local amenities, provided the lease costs and area issues are acceptable.