Summary - SCHRIER ROPEWORKS, 1 FLAT 717 ARBORETUM PLACE BARKING IG11 7FL
2 bed 2 bath Flat
Flexible layout with balcony and concierge, ideal for first-time buyers or sharers.
- Two bedrooms with two bathrooms and separate entrances for privacy
- Seventh-floor apartment with a long balcony and lift access
- Concierge service; service charge includes water bill
- 131 years remaining on lease; small ground rent £250
- Triple glazing improves insulation and noise reduction
- Heating is electric room heaters (no central gas system)
- Located in a high-crime, deprived area; consider insurance and security
- Excellent transport links to Underground, Overground and rail services
This seventh-floor two-bedroom apartment in the Ropeworks development offers a practical, dual-aspect layout and clear flexibility for different household needs. Each bedroom sits on its own side of the flat with a dedicated bathroom and separate entrance, useful for sharers, a lodger, or family members seeking privacy. A long balcony runs the length of the living area, and the seller has recently fitted a new dishwasher and washing machine.
The building provides lift access, a concierge service and an EWS1 certificate is available. The service charge includes the water bill, and the lease has around 131 years remaining, offering long-term security. Triple glazing helps with noise and insulation in an otherwise busy town-centre setting.
Practical downsides are straightforward: heating is by electric room heaters (no communal gas heating), and the local area records higher crime and is relatively deprived, which may affect perceptions and insurance costs. Ground rent is small at £250 and council tax is described as affordable, but purchasers should budget for service charges and typical mid-rise apartment running costs.
Transport and local amenities are strong: Barking Station is within easy reach with Underground, Overground and rail links, and the town centre offers a wide range of shops, markets, leisure facilities and places of worship. The flat will suit a first-time buyer seeking a low-maintenance, flexible home, or an investor looking for a unit that can accommodate sharers (subject to licensing).
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