Summary - Flat 10 Austen Apartments, 1, Weighton Road, LONDON SE20 8FB
1 bed 1 bath Flat
Bright, compact flat with parking close to green space and commuter links.
Designated off-street parking space included
Bright living room with large double-glazed windows
Gas central heating with boiler and radiators
Long lease: 971 years remaining
Average size: c.495 sq ft, efficient one-bed layout
Service charge approx £2,267.50 per year
Higher local crime levels and very deprived area
14–15 minute walk to nearby rail stations (est.)
Light-filled, practical and chain-free, this one-bedroom flat sits beside Betts Park and offers straightforward first-home appeal. The bright living room benefits from large double-glazed windows and gas central heating, while the bedroom includes built-in storage to maximise usable space. A designated off-street parking space is included — a rare convenience in the area.
At about 495 sq ft, the layout is compact and efficient: reception room plus bedroom, kitchen and bathroom. The building dates from the early 2000s and has insulated system walls and modern glazing, so heating and sound insulation are likely better than much older stock. The lease is exceptionally long (971 years), removing a common leasehold worry.
Practical costs and local context are important here. The service charge is around £2,267.50 p.a.; council tax is described as cheap. Transport links are walkable — approximately 14 minutes to Birkbeck station and 15 minutes to Anerley station (estimates) — making this a sensible choice for commuters into central London.
Be frank about drawbacks: the local area records higher crime levels and significant area deprivation, which may influence resale and comfort. Prospective buyers should view in person, check the building’s management records and service charge breakdown, and satisfy themselves on security and neighbourhood fit before committing.
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