Summary - STARTPOINT 52 DOWNS ROAD LUTON LU1 1XW
2 bed 1 bath Apartment
Chain-free two-bedroom flat with garage and over 900 years remaining on the lease.
Long lease: over 900 years (956 years noted)
This upper-floor two-bedroom apartment on Downs Road offers a rare long lease (over 900 years) combined with garage parking and a gated communal entrance. At about 603 sq ft the layout is compact with an open-plan living/kitchen and two bedrooms — a straightforward, chain-free purchase suited to a first-time buyer or investor seeking a central, well-connected flat.
Practical positives include double glazing fitted after 2002, communal landscaped grounds and a private garage. The flat is walking distance to Luton town centre, the train station and local amenities, making it convenient for commuting students and young professionals. Council tax is very low, and the property is being sold chain-free which can speed up completion.
Buyers should note material drawbacks honestly: the development sits in a high-crime, high-deprivation area which may affect resale and rental demand. The property uses electric heating via a boiler and radiators (electric main fuel), which can be more costly than gas. The current average service charge is £2,100 per year and additional leasehold fees (such as packs) may apply. The building’s cavity walls are assumed to have no insulation, so buyers should budget for possible thermal upgrades.
Overall this is a compact, well-located flat with long-lease security and investment potential, but purchasers should factor in service charges, running costs and the local area profile when deciding to view.
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