Summary - DOWNS COURT 59 DOWNS ROAD LUTON LU1 1QN
2 bed 1 bath Flat
Chain-free first-floor two-bed flat near town and station, long lease and low running charges..
Chain free sale with 980 years remaining on the lease
Compact 586 sq ft two-bedroom first-floor flat
Large lounge/diner and two double bedrooms
Low ground rent (£15 p.a.) and service charge (~£1,080 p.a.)
Double glazed; electric storage heating (higher running costs possible)
Excellent mobile signal and fast broadband speeds
Close to town centre and Luton Train Station, shops and amenities
Area shows higher crime and local deprivation; cosmetic updating needed
This two-bedroom first-floor flat in Downs Court offers a practical, low-maintenance home or buy-to-let in central Luton. With 980 years remaining on the lease, chain-free sale, and a compact 586 sq ft layout, the apartment is well suited to first-time buyers, investors, or those seeking easy access to town amenities and the train station.
The interior includes a large lounge/diner, two double bedrooms and a separate kitchen and bathroom. The building benefits from double glazing installed post-2002 and electric storage heating; broadband speeds are fast and mobile signal is excellent. Service charges average around £1,080 per year and ground rent is low (£15 per year).
Notable drawbacks are the area’s higher crime and local deprivation indicators, and parts of the flat show signs of needing cosmetic updating. Heating is electric storage heaters rather than gas, which may affect running costs. Overall size is small, so buyers wanting larger family accommodation should consider this when viewing.
For investors, the central location, proximity to Luton Train Station and a large student/young-family population may support rental demand. For owner-occupiers, the long lease and chain-free position provide security and straightforward purchase logistics, while nearby schools and local amenities add everyday convenience.
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