Characterful split-level one-bedroom with utility room and long lease, minutes from Streatham Hill and Balham.
Top-floor split-level one-bedroom with period stained-glass feature
Open-plan reception/kitchen with warm wooden floors and good natural light
Double bedroom with elevated views and eaves storage
Bathroom plus separate cloakroom; separate laundry/utility room
Compact internal area (~536 sq ft) — best for single occupant or couple
Long lease (approx. 167 years); leasehold tenure
Solid-brick walls likely lack cavity insulation — may raise heating costs
Local area has higher crime levels; check neighbourhood suitability
Bright top-floor living in a period building, this split-level one-bedroom flat offers characterful details and a practical layout suited to a first-time buyer or couple. The open-plan reception/kitchen benefits from warm wooden floors and a stained-glass window that gives the hallway period charm. The double bedroom sits on the upper split level and includes useful eaves storage and pleasant elevated neighbourhood views.
The flat includes a full bathroom plus a separate cloakroom and a dedicated laundry/utility room — unusual and convenient for a property of this size. Heating is by mains-gas boiler and radiators; the long lease (circa 167 years) reduces short-term tenure risk. Local transport is strong, with Streatham Hill and Balham stations within easy reach and good local amenities nearby.
Buyers should note the property is compact — about 536 sq ft — and will suit a single occupant or couple rather than a family. The building’s solid-brick construction likely has little cavity insulation, so expect higher heating costs and potential improvement work to increase thermal efficiency. The wider area records higher-than-average crime levels, which some buyers will want to consider when comparing neighbourhoods.
Overall this is a characterful, well-located one-bedroom with practical storage and utility space, long lease protection, and scope to personalise. It’s an attractive entry purchase for someone prioritising transport links and period character, provided you accept modest size and running-cost considerations.