Summary - 74 SWALLOWDALE SOUTH CROYDON CR2 8SJ
2 bed 1 bath Maisonette
Vacant two-bedroom maisonette with long lease, private garden and garage — ideal for first-time buyers..
Vacant possession with private entrance and private garden
Long lease — 135 years remaining
Garage en bloc included
Approx. 592 sq ft; compact two-bedroom layout
Electric room heaters; no mains gas central heating
Cavity walls with assumed no insulation; possible higher running costs
Dated exterior and reported potential damp — inspection advised
Service charge £400 (below average); EPC rating D
Set back in a quiet South Croydon lane, this two-bedroom maisonette offers vacant possession, a private entrance and a rare long lease of 135 years. At about 592 sq ft the layout has been cleverly adjusted to place the kitchen off the reception room, creating a practical living space for first-time buyers or those downsizing. A private garden and garage en-bloc add useful outdoor space and storage that many flats lack.
The property is presented in generally good condition internally with a modern compact kitchen and double glazing. It sits in a very affluent, low-crime neighbourhood with fast broadband and excellent mobile signal, making it well-suited to homeworking and everyday family life. Several well-rated primary schools are within reach and local bus services are close by.
Buyers should note a few practical considerations: the home uses electric room heaters rather than a mains gas system, and walls are cavity without added insulation (as built), which could affect running costs. The exterior is mid-20th century and shows some dated features; the note of potential damp in places suggests a focused inspection is sensible. EPC rating D and a below-average service charge of £400 are factual trade-offs to weigh.
Overall this maisonette represents a solid, relatively low-risk entry into the South Croydon market: long lease, private outside space and a garage are genuine value drivers. For someone seeking a compact, well-located home ready to occupy with scope for modest improvement, it’s worth a viewing.
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