Compact double-bedroom flat near Staple Hill High Street — no chain, parking and communal garden.
- Compact one-bedroom first-floor flat, about 351 sq ft
- Open-plan lounge/kitchen with natural light
- Double bedroom and bathroom with window
- Off-street parking space and communal garden
- Long lease (c.976 years), low ground rent (£25pa)
- Low service charge (£480pa) and Council Tax Band A
- EPC rating C, gas central heating, double glazed
- High local crime and very deprived area — consider location risks
A compact, well-presented first-floor flat ideal for a first-time buyer or investor seeking a low-cost entry to Staple Hill. The open-plan living/kitchen and double bedroom make efficient use of roughly 351 sq ft, and the property benefits from double glazing, gas central heating and an EPC rating of C.
Set in a small block of four, the flat includes one off-street parking space and access to a communal garden. Practical running costs are low: modest service charge (£480pa), small ground rent (£25pa) and a long lease (c.976 years). It is offered with no onward chain for a quicker move.
Be candid about the location: the immediate area scores high for crime and is described as very deprived, so buyers should weigh local safety and resale considerations. The flat’s size suits a single occupant or couple rather than a family, and communal living means shared access and responsibilities.
Overall this is an affordable, low-maintenance apartment close to Staple Hill High Street amenities and transport links. It will suit someone prioritising location, low holding costs and a ready-to-move-in, compact home — or an investor targeting steady, entry-level rental demand.