Summary - Flat 1, 155 Balham Hill SW12 9DJ
2 bed 1 bath Flat
Characterful two-bed with long lease and excellent transport links, ready to improve.
Two bedrooms, one bathroom; split-level first-floor flat
Approximately 615 sq ft of accommodation
150 years remaining on the lease, no ground rent
Service charge £2,065 per year
Short walk to Clapham South and Balham stations
Communal garden and period features, high ceilings
Solid brick pre-1900 construction; likely no wall insulation
Local area records very high crime rates
Light-filled Victorian two-bedroom on Balham Hill, arranged over a pleasant split-level layout across the first floor. Large sash-style windows, high ceilings and a period fireplace create characterful living space, with pine floorboards and exposed brick adding warmth. The flat extends to approximately 615 sq ft and benefits from a communal garden.
Practical points are strong for buyers seeking long-term security: a 150-year lease and no ground rent. The location is a major selling point — a short walk to Clapham South (Northern Line) and Balham stations, with cafés, shops, Waitrose and Clapham Common nearby. Service charge is £2,065pa and council tax band C is affordable.
Be clear about likely running costs and the local context: the building is solid-brick, pre-1900 construction with assumed no wall insulation, and mains gas boiler heating — improvements to insulation and glazing could reduce bills. The area records very high crime rates, which buyers should factor into decisions. Overall this apartment suits buyers prioritising period character, transport links and long-lease security, with scope to upgrade for energy efficiency and resale value.
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