Summary - METROPOLIS APARTMENTS FLAT 2 SHIPKA ROAD LONDON SW12 9QU
2 bed 2 bath Maisonette
Bright two-bedroom ground-floor home with private garden and parking near Balham High Road.
Private ground-floor entrance and direct garden access
Bright open-plan reception with skylight and dining space
Modern fitted kitchen with integrated appliances
Main bedroom with ensuite shower room
Off-street parking included
Underfloor heating; mains-gas boiler
Leasehold tenure—check remaining term and charges
Local crime levels reported as very high
This bright two-bedroom ground-floor maisonette offers a contemporary, easy-to-live layout with private entrance and a generous rear garden — perfect for first-time buyers or a small family seeking outside space in central Balham. The open-plan reception and modern kitchen create a sociable hub with skylight and indoor–outdoor flow to the patio.
At about 850 sq ft, the apartment feels roomy: two well-proportioned bedrooms with the main bedroom served by an ensuite, a modern fitted kitchen with integrated appliances, and underfloor heating from a mains-gas boiler for efficient warmth. Off-street parking is a rare plus for the area, and nearby Balham High Road provides excellent shops, cafés and transport links.
Practical points to note: the property is leasehold, with double glazing of unknown fit date, and was constructed in the late 1990s/early 2000s. Local crime levels are recorded as very high, which may influence insurance and local perception. Overall size is average for the area; the layout and garden offer clear potential to personalise.
Nearby primary and secondary schools include several rated Good and Outstanding, adding appeal for families. For buyers prioritising modern living, outside space and immediate access to Balham amenities, this maisonette provides a solid, well-located home with straightforward finishing and improvement potential.
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