Summary - Flat 18, 16 Wellesley Road, CROYDON CR0 2DD
1 bed 1 bath Apartment
Affordable shared-ownership starter near East Croydon transport links and amenities.
- 5-minute walk to East Croydon station, fast links to central London
- Full-height external windows and a winter garden, excellent natural light
- New-build, 1 bed, 539 sq ft; modern kitchen and bathroom fittings
- Shared ownership (50% shown); full market value £332,500
- Leasehold tenure with service charge around £2,472 per year
- High local crime and very deprived area may impact resale value
- Off-street parking options noted but may require separate confirmation
- Fast broadband and excellent mobile signal, good for home working
This contemporary one-bedroom apartment in The View at Aspect offers bright, modern living just five minutes from East Croydon station. Full-height external windows and a winter garden flood the open-plan living space with light, while integrated kitchen fittings and a contemporary bathroom keep maintenance needs low. At 539 sq ft the layout feels spacious for a city one-bed, with communal mezzanine space and off-street parking options nearby.
The property is offered as shared ownership (50% share shown at £166,250; full market value £332,500). It is a new-build, leasehold apartment with an annual service charge of about £2,472. Broadband speeds are fast and mobile signal is excellent, supporting home working and streaming.
Buyers should note material factors: the development sits in a very deprived area with high local crime rates, which may affect long-term resale and rental demand. Parking is described as available but may be limited or subject to separate costs; confirm allocation. The apartment is best suited to first-time buyers seeking an affordable route into Croydon or investors comfortable with inner-city rental markets.
Local transport and amenities are strong: East Croydon rail and Wellesley Road tram are on the doorstep with fast links into central London and Gatwick, and a wide range of shops, cafés and services are nearby. Schools in the area include several rated Good and one Outstanding secondary, which adds practical appeal for buyers with future families or rental tenants.
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