Summary - 78, Barley Croft CM18 7RU
2 bed 1 bath Flat
Ground-floor two-bed with scope to modernise — ideal first-time buy or investor.
Two double bedrooms, large bright lounge with outdoor access
764 sq ft — roomy ground-floor layout
Leasehold: 83 years remaining; verify lease details
Service charge approx £1,320 pa; ground rent £10 pa
Community heating; double glazing fitted before 2002
System-built block likely with no cavity insulation; retrofit likely
Dated 1970s interior and kitchen — requires modernisation
High local crime and area deprivation — consider location risks
A spacious two-bedroom ground-floor flat in Barley Croft offering generous rooms and practical living at an accessible price. The lounge is large and bright with direct outside access, and both bedrooms are good-sized doubles — a rare find for first-time buyers seeking room to grow. At 764 sq ft the layout feels roomy and the kitchen has space for dining and essential appliances.
The flat is leasehold with 83 years remaining; service charge is around £1,320 pa and ground rent approximately £10 pa. Heating is via a community scheme and double glazing was installed before 2002. The building is a mid‑century system-built block likely without cavity insulation, so buyers should budget for energy improvements and potential modernisation works in the living areas and kitchen.
Location benefits include nearby shops, schools, and direct rail links from Harlow Town to London, Cambridge and Stansted. On-street parking is available. Note the local area has higher crime rates and wider deprivation indicators; purchasers should consider location factors alongside the price and potential rental demand if buying to let.
This flat suits a first-time buyer or investor prepared to carry out updating. Early viewing is recommended to assess condition and to allow solicitors to verify lease details and service charge documentation.
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