Summary - St James Close SW17 7RU
2 bed 1 bath Apartment
Chain-free two-bedroom flat with balcony, parking and strong scope to modernise..
- Two double bedrooms, generous reception room with balcony
- Private off-street parking and large communal garden
- Approx. 689 sq ft; practical central hallway layout
- East-facing aspect; good morning natural light
- Requires full cosmetic modernisation throughout
- Leasehold: ~88 years remaining; service charge ~£1,200 pa
- Chain free sale; ex-local authority building
- No flood risk; constructed 1930s–40s, likely solid walls
Set in a well-kept ex-local authority block between Tooting Bec and Balham, this two-bedroom flat offers nearly 700 sq ft of flexible living space and clear scope to add value. The bright reception opens onto an east-facing balcony, delivering morning sun and a pleasant outlook over communal greenery. Two double bedrooms and a separate kitchen suit a small family or sharers.
The flat requires full cosmetic updating, so buyers should budget for modernisation works; the building dates from the 1930s–40s and walls are likely uninsulated. Leasehold with about 88 years remaining, an annual service charge of around £1,200 and a modest ground rent apply. There are no known flood risks and the property is offered chain-free.
Practical strengths include private off-street parking, a large communal garden, good broadband and excellent mobile signal, plus easy access to Tooting and Balham stations. For a buyer willing to renovate, this apartment is a blank canvas in a sought-after location with attractive rental and resale prospects.
This property will suit first-time buyers or investors who can manage refurbishment and lease considerations. Its size, layout and location give genuine potential to create a stylish, contemporary home or a strong rental asset close to green space and transport links.
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