Summary - DOVER FLATS 80 OLD KENT ROAD LONDON SE1 5NL
2 bed 1 bath Flat
Fourth-floor apartment with roof terrace, fast connections and modern kitchen.
Fourth-floor two-bedroom apartment, 633 sq ft
Open-plan kitchen with central island and bright reception room
Communal roof terrace providing outdoor space and views
105-year lease; leasehold tenure
Service charge £1,250 and ground rent £400 per year
Solid brick build, likely no wall insulation — upgrade recommended
Area records higher crime and local deprivation — consider security
Fast broadband and excellent mobile signal; strong transport links
Set on the fourth floor of a period building in Bermondsey, this two-bedroom apartment offers a bright reception room, an open-plan kitchen with island, and a sizeable bathroom across 633 sq ft. The communal roof terrace and central location put shops, restaurants and multiple transport links within easy reach — appealing for first-time buyers seeking a London base with potential to personalise.
Practical details are clear: a 105-year lease, mains gas heating with boiler and radiators, double glazing (install date unknown) and an average-sized overall footprint. Service charge and ground rent are notable ongoing costs at £1,250 and £400 per year respectively. The building’s solid brick construction likely lacks wall insulation, so upgrading thermal performance could be worth budgeting for.
Location strengths include fast broadband, excellent mobile signal and good local schools nearby. On the other hand, the area records higher crime levels and pockets of deprivation; security and personal safety should be considered. The flat’s fourth-floor position provides privacy and views but could be less convenient for those who need step-free access.
For a buyer willing to accept a few practical trade-offs, the property represents a straightforward, well-located starter home with scope to increase comfort and value through sensible improvements such as insulation, heating servicing and modernising finishes.
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