Summary - 175a, Station Road, Rainham ME8 7SP
1 bed 1 bath Flat
Affordable central location ideal for first-time buyers or buy-to-let investors.
- Ground-floor 1-bedroom maisonette, 489 sq ft
- Around two minutes' walk to Rainham train station
- 87 years remaining on the lease (leasehold)
- Solid brick Victorian build; likely no cavity insulation
- Double glazing fitted before 2002; may need upgrading
- Mains gas boiler and radiators; heating functional
- Area records higher crime and local deprivation
- Compact kitchen; cosmetic updating likely needed
Set on the ground floor of a converted Victorian semi, this one-bedroom maisonette offers 489 sq ft of straightforward living a couple of minutes' walk from Rainham station and the town centre. The bay-fronted exterior and high ceilings suggest period charm while the internal layout provides a simple, practical space for a first home or rental. The property benefits from mains gas central heating and double glazing already fitted.
This is a genuine entry-level opportunity for a first-time buyer or investor. The 87-year lease and guide price reflect that work and investment may be needed — kitchens shown are compact and cosmetic updating is likely. The building is solid brick with no known insulating cavity, so buyers should factor potential heating and insulation upgrades into running-cost plans despite currently low council tax.
Location is a key strength: immediate access to Rainham station, fast broadband and excellent mobile signal support commuting or letting, while nearby parks and riverside walks add leisure appeal. Be realistic about the neighbourhood profile: wider area deprivation and higher local crime rates are recorded, so buyers prioritising security or long-term uplift should weigh local market conditions carefully.
Practical details: leasehold with about 87 years remaining, double glazing installed before 2002, mains gas boiler and radiators, and no recorded flood risk. The flat suits someone seeking an affordable, well-located starter home or a buy-to-let that will benefit from cosmetic refurbishment and energy-efficiency improvements.
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