Compact second‑floor one‑bed with long lease and easy transport access.
Long lease — 196 years remaining
A compact one‑bedroom flat on the second floor of a Victorian purpose‑built block, offered with a long lease (196 years) and no onward chain. The open‑plan living/kitchen and straightforward layout make this a practical buy for a first‑time purchaser or an investor seeking a central Chiswick address close to Chiswick High Road and local transport links.
The property totals about 321 sq ft and shows signs of light wear — dated fittings, carpet wear and minor maintenance around the boiler — so cosmetic updating will improve comfort and rental appeal. Main heating is via a mains‑gas boiler and radiators; flooding risk is very low and broadband and mobile signals are strong.
Costs and considerations are clear: an annual service charge of about £2,600 and ground rent of £250 apply. The area records a very high crime statistic, which buyers should factor into pricing, insurance and security decisions. Council tax band is affordable, and the flat benefits from excellent proximity to Chiswick Park station, Chiswick Business Park and plentiful local amenities.
For buyers looking to add value, the apartment’s long lease and central location present straightforward potential once modernised. For downsizers or investors, the no‑chain situation and good transport links are practical positives, but weigh the service charge and local crime profile against expected returns.