Summary - 5, ST. BENEDICTS CLOSE, LONDON SW17 9NX
2 bed 1 bath Flat
Keenly priced two-bed flat in Tooting with parking and long lease — renovation opportunity.
Two bedrooms, approx. 577 sq ft — compact, city apartment
No onward chain; 999-year lease, share of freehold
Designated off-street parking space included
Keenly priced but requires full modernisation (kitchen/bathroom)
Service charge approx. £2,000pa; factor fees apply
Local crime levels above average — factor in safety measures
Excellent transport links (Tooting Broadway & Thameslink nearby)
Fast broadband and excellent mobile signal — good for renters
This purpose-built two-bedroom flat in St. Benedicts Close is a well-priced entry into Tooting’s market, offered with no onward chain and a long 999-year lease (share of freehold). The apartment is compact (approx. 577 sq ft) and liveable but requires modernisation — budget for a new kitchen, bathroom and full redecoration. The mid/late-1980s construction and double glazing installed after 2002 should keep major structural work minimal.
Transport and local amenities are strong selling points: the flat sits equidistant between Tooting Broadway (Northern line) and Tooting Overground/Thameslink, with Tooting Bec Common, a Lido and a wide choice of bars and restaurants nearby. Fast broadband and excellent mobile signal add to the property’s rental and home-working appeal. A designated off-street parking space is included — a valuable asset in this area.
Buyers should be aware of a few material negatives: the interior is dated and needs renovation throughout; service charges average around £2,000 per year; and local crime levels are above average. The neighbourhood is classified as inner-city cosmopolitan with a mix of young families and students and pockets of deprivation, so consider long-term rental demand and resale positioning when planning works.
Overall, this flat suits first-time buyers or buy-to-let investors wanting a reasonably priced Tooting foothold with strong transport links. With targeted refurbishment it offers potential to increase value and rental income, while the long lease and share of freehold provide ownership security.
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