Summary - DEVONSHIRE HOUSE, 5 FLAT 7 OLD DEVONSHIRE ROAD LONDON SW12 9RD
2 bed 1 bath Apartment
Spacious two-bedroom ground-floor flat with communal garden, minutes from Balham station and Clapham Common.
Ground-floor two-bedroom flat with communal garden access
812 sq ft of living space, generous reception with dining area
Off-street parking via shared driveway
Excellent transport: Balham 0.4mi, Clapham South 0.6mi
Lease ~988 years; share of freehold; ground rent £1
EPC rating D; walls are solid brick (likely no cavity insulation)
Service charge approx £1,322 pa
No flood risk; built before 1900, character features present
Set in a handsome period building off Old Devonshire Road, this well-proportioned two-bedroom ground-floor flat offers comfortable living with direct access to a communal garden. The generous reception room easily accommodates dining and a sitting area; French doors bring in natural light and open onto the shared outdoor space—ideal for summer evenings or pot plants. Both bedrooms are double-size, with the second bedroom benefiting from a built-in wardrobe and garden access.
Practical details suit everyday London life: 812 sq ft of accommodation, mains gas central heating with a boiler and radiators, double glazing added after 2002, and an exceptionally long lease (988 years). There is off-street parking via a shared driveway and local transport is strong—Balham station (Tube and Overground) is about 0.4 miles, with Clapham South also close by. Nearby Clapham Common and Wandsworth Common provide green space and leisure options within easy walking distance.
Costs and condition notes are straightforward. EPC rating is D. Service charge averages £1,322 per year and ground rent is nominal at £1. Walls are original solid brick (assumed uninsulated), so buyers prioritising high energy efficiency should consider potential insulation upgrades. The flat presents a tidy, contemporary interior but offers further scope for personalisation if desired.
This apartment will appeal to first-time buyers or couples seeking a roomy, characterful home near major transport links and large commons. It balances period charm with practical modern upgrades, while remaining honest about energy performance and future improvement potential.
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