Summary - 214 THE KNARES BASILDON SS16 5SR
1 bed 1 bath Flat
Well-located one-bed flat — low running costs and good transport links.
One double bedroom with built-in wardrobe and natural light
Approx 418 sq ft — compact layout, best for single or couple
116 years remaining on lease; property is LEASEHOLD
Service charge £1,324.24 per annum; factor-managed communal areas
Communal off-street parking; outdoor storage unit included
Constructed 1950s–1960s; timber frame with partial insulation assumed
Double glazing fitted before 2002 — may need upgrading for efficiency
Close to Basildon station (0.9 miles), shops, hospital and bus routes
Set on the first floor of a low-rise 1960s block in Lee Chapel South, this one-bedroom flat suits a first-time buyer or investor seeking a compact, well-located home near Basildon town centre. The accommodation is straightforward and well cared for, with a bright living room, a double bedroom with built-in storage, a functional kitchen and a three-piece bathroom. Two internal storage cupboards and an external storage unit add useful space in a property of modest size.
Practical daily life is easy here: communal off-street parking to the front, fast broadband and excellent mobile signal make the flat workable for remote working and city commuting. Basildon railway station is about 0.9 miles away; local shops, bus routes and Basildon Hospital are all within walking distance, and nearby schools include highly rated primaries and a good secondary.
Important facts to note: the flat is leasehold with 116 years remaining and an annual service charge of £1,324.24. The property is small at about 418 sq ft and was constructed in the 1950–66 period with timber-frame walls and partial insulation (assumed). Double glazing installed before 2002 may be less efficient than modern units, so buyers should allow for potential energy-efficiency improvements and cosmetic updating.
This home represents a practical, affordable entry to the Basildon market or a straightforward rental investment with low council tax (Band A). Viewings will suit anyone wanting a compact, well-connected base with clear potential to personalise and modernise.
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