Summary - Upstairs Flat, 17 Chester Road E11 2JR
2 bed 2 bath Flat
Large two-bed conversion with loft en suite, balcony and share of freehold..
Generous 914 sq ft two-bedroom first-floor conversion with loft en suite
Large reception opens onto a private balcony, lots of natural light
Converted loft principal bedroom with ensuite and eaves storage
Share of freehold and sold chain-free
Good decorative order — ready to move into
Solid-brick Victorian build; likely no wall insulation (energy concern)
Double glazing present; install date unknown — survey recommended
No specified off-street parking; variable loft headroom
Light-filled and well-proportioned, this two-bedroom first-floor conversion sits within a handsome Victorian terrace on Chester Road, a short walk from Wanstead Station and the High Street. The principal bedroom occupies the converted loft and benefits from its own en suite and good built-in storage, creating a private, airy retreat. The main reception spans the full width of the property and opens onto a small private balcony, adding outdoor space to city living. Offered chain-free with a share of freehold, the flat is ready to move into in its current good decorative order.
Practical positives include a generous overall footprint (approximately 914 sq ft), mains gas central heating with a boiler and radiators, double glazing (install date unknown) and affordable council tax. The property feels particularly well suited to first-time buyers or professionals seeking a spacious two-bed close to green space—Wanstead Park, Hollow Ponds and Wanstead Flats are all within easy reach, and Wanstead High Street provides independent shops and eateries.
Be clear about the known limitations: the building is solid-brick (constructed 1900–1929) and is assumed to have no wall insulation, which may affect energy efficiency and running costs. The loft conversion uses eaves storage and sloped ceilings in places, so headroom is varied across the top floor. There is no mention of off-street parking. A buyer should commission a survey to confirm insulation, glazing ages and any required maintenance works.
Overall this is a characterful, well-sized flat in a desirable, village-like pocket of East London. It combines period features and modern comforts with excellent transport and green-space access, making it a practical and attractive option for a first-time buyer or couple looking to settle in Wanstead.
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