Summary - 55 SOWERBY CLOSE LONDON SE9 6HB
2 bed 1 bath Flat
Compact two-bed flat with communal gardens — ideal for cash buyers and investors..
17ft open-plan kitchen/lounge with natural light
Two bedrooms and a single three-piece bathroom
Approx 573 sq ft — compact urban layout
Leasehold with ~89–90 years remaining (may affect mortgage eligibility)
Service charge approx £1,440 per year; ground rent currently peppercorn
Communal gardens, some parking; pleasant green outlook
Double glazing and central heating — move-in ready condition
Cash buyers only — no mortgage-dependent offers accepted
Set on an upper floor of a mid-rise red-brick block in Eltham, this two-bedroom flat offers straightforward, low-fuss city living with communal gardens and nearby high street amenities. The open-plan 17ft kitchen/lounge, double glazing and central heating make it move-in ready for a buyer who can complete with cash. Its compact 573 sq ft footprint suits a professional couple, small family or a buy-to-let investor seeking rental demand close to transport links.
Important practical points are clear: the property is leasehold with approximately 89–90 years remaining and a service charge of about £1,440 per year. The vendor is seeking cash buyers only, which reflects mortgage constraints linked to the remaining lease term and the building type. Ground rent is currently a peppercorn.
The location is a genuine selling point — Eltham High Street improvements, good schools, and a direct mainline service to central London add long-term appeal. The block sits in a green setting with communal lawns and some parking, but it’s an urban, multi-storey setting with a Brutalist façade and higher local crime rates than average, which buyers should weigh against the convenience and transport benefits.
For investors or cash purchasers comfortable with a sub-90-year lease, the flat presents predictable rental potential and low immediate maintenance needs. First-time buyers who require a mortgage should check lending criteria carefully before committing.
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