Ready-to-move one-bed maisonette with long lease and large private garden.
One-bedroom split-level maisonette, good decorative order
154 years remaining on lease; leasehold tenure
No service charge or ground rent; low insurance £226.50/year
Private rear garden approx. 42' x 14'
12' x 8' detached outbuilding with power included
Situated above High Street shops; busy frontage and street noise possible
Local area records higher crime rates and relative deprivation
EPC D; solid brick construction, likely no cavity insulation
A well-presented one-bedroom split-level maisonette, ready to move into and ideal for a first-time buyer or buy-to-let investor. The flat occupies upper floors above High Street shops and makes efficient use of its modest footprint, with a separate kitchen, bathroom and a light reception space. The property benefits from a long lease (154 years) and unusually low running costs for a leasehold: no ground rent or service charge and only £226.50 per year buildings insurance.
Outside, the private rear garden (approximately 42' x 14') and a powered detached outbuilding (about 12' x 8') add useful storage, hobby or home-office space — a rare find for a High Street maisonette. Transport links are convenient for commuters, with easy access to the A13 and M25 and free nearby parking. Local shops, schools and amenities are within walking distance.
Be aware of material drawbacks: the flat sits above commercial premises on a busy High Street and the local area records higher crime and relative deprivation compared with nearby suburbs. The building is older (pre-1900) with solid brick walls (no known cavity insulation) and the EPC rating is D. Prospective buyers should note the leasehold status and check any lender requirements, but the long lease and absence of service charge make this straightforward for many buyers.