Summary - St. Stephens Avenue, BRISTOL, BS1 BS1 1YL
2 bed 1 bath Flat
Compact city‑centre 2‑bed, chain free — renovation required, great investment potential..
Central BS1 location, short walk to theatres, markets and nightlife
Chain free 2‑bed third floor apartment, 583 sq ft (small)
Open‑plan lounge/kitchen; double glazed windows
Requires renovation throughout; refurbishment costs expected
Electric room heaters only; no central heating installed
Very slow broadband speeds; excellent mobile signal
Leasehold ~105 years remaining; ground rent £250 pa
Neighbourhood is student‑focused with very high crime rates
Set on the third floor of a post‑war corner building in the heart of Bristol BS1, this compact two‑bedroom apartment offers a central, chain‑free purchase for first‑time buyers or investors. The open‑plan lounge/kitchen and double glazing provide a contemporary starting point, while the 583 sq ft footprint keeps running costs lower than larger city flats.
The property is best suited to buyers willing to undertake renovation. The flat currently uses electric room heaters and needs updating throughout, so expect refurbishment costs to bring the kitchen, bathroom and heating up to modern standards. Broadband speeds are reported very slow, which may affect home working until upgraded; mobile signal is excellent.
Practical points: the lease has about 105 years remaining and there is an annual ground rent of £250. Flood risk is low, but the immediate area is a cosmopolitan, student‑focused neighbourhood with a very high crime level—important for buyers to factor into insurance, security upgrades and rental expectations.
For investors the location is a major draw: central city amenities, theatres, markets and nightlife are on the doorstep and the area draws strong student and city‑centre demand. For an owner‑occupier or first‑time buyer, the flat offers an affordable city centre entry price but will require investment to fully realise comfort and long‑term value.
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