Summary - 38 PORTER CLOSE GRAYS RM20 4AS
1 bed 1 bath Flat
Extended-lease one-bed near Lakeside with parking and strong commuter links..
Extended lease — 156 years remaining
Spacious lounge/diner and large double bedroom
Private loft storage and secure communal entrance
Off-street parking and communal grounds
Good commuter links: Lakeside, Chafford Hundred, M25/A13
Service charge c. £1,700pa; ground rent £80pa
Electric room heating only — potentially higher running costs
Area has very high crime rate and local deprivation
This well-presented one-bedroom flat on Porter Close offers a practical starter home or buy-to-let close to Lakeside and Chafford Hundred station. The property benefits from an extended 156-year lease, a roomy lounge/diner and a large double bedroom, all arranged over a compact 442 sq ft footprint. Off-street parking and communal grounds add everyday convenience.
Practicalities are clear: the building has a secure communal entrance, storage via a private loft, and easy access to the M25/A13 for commuters. Broadband and mobile signal are strong, and nearby rail links make journeys into London straightforward. Local schools include several rated Good or Outstanding, which supports longer-term resale prospects.
Buyers should weigh some material negatives. The area records a very high crime level and is classified as deprived, which may affect insurance costs and resale in the short term. Heating is electric (room heaters) rather than gas central heating, so running costs can be higher. Service charge and ground rent are notable: an average service charge of £1,700pa and ground rent of £80pa.
Overall, this is a sensible, low-maintenance flat for first-time buyers or investors seeking a leasehold home with long lease security and strong transport links. Factor in the running costs and local area profile when assessing value and affordability.
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