Summary - Apartment 1, 172 Cowbridge Road East CF11 9NE
2 bed 1 bath Flat
Spacious first-floor Canton flat — ideal for first-time buyers or local investors..
- Two double bedrooms and large lounge/diner, approx 853 sq ft
- First-floor apartment in converted period end-terrace
- 111 years remaining on lease; peppercorn ground rent
- Service charge: 15% proportion of landlord communal repair costs
- Built c.1900–1929: solid brick walls, likely no cavity insulation
- Double glazing fitted before 2002; modern bathroom and fitted kitchen
- Fast broadband and excellent mobile signal; close to transport
- Very high local crime and very deprived area — may affect demand
A bright first-floor two-bedroom apartment in the heart of Canton, offering generous rooms and a flexible layout across approximately 853 sq ft. The large lounge/diner and two double bedrooms give comfortable living space for first-time buyers or a buy-to-let investor targeting professionals and students. The kitchen is fitted with essential appliances and the bathroom has a modern white suite. Built-in storage is plentiful and the flat benefits from fast broadband and excellent mobile signal.
The building is a converted period end-terrace (c.1900–1929) with solid brick walls and double glazing installed before 2002. The lease has 111 years remaining (125-year original term from 2011) and a peppercorn ground rent; note a service charge is payable calculated as a 15% proportion of the landlord’s communal repair costs. Council Tax Band C is described as affordable.
Location is a key strength: you’re a short walk from Canton and Pontcanna cafés, parks, shops and strong transport links to Cardiff city centre. Nearby amenities are extensive and highly convenient for everyday life. However, the area scores as very deprived with very high crime levels, which may concern some buyers or affect rental demand and insurance costs.
Practical considerations: the building likely lacks cavity insulation (solid brick as built), so buyers should budget for potential energy-efficiency improvements. The property is well suited to buyers wanting immediate occupancy with cosmetic updating, or investors seeking a centrally located rental with straightforward management, but factor in communal charges and local area challenges when assessing yield and resale potential.
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