Summary - Townsend Street, Elephant & Castle SE17 1HG
2 bed 1 bath Flat
Well-connected first home with city views and communal roof terrace.
Two double bedrooms, both similar sizes and good natural light
Open-plan living/dining kitchen with large, flexible entertaining space
Full-width balcony with far-reaching London views including The Shard
Communal roof terrace, lift, security entry phone and good storage
Long lease: 169 years remaining — low short-lease risk
Service charge c. £2,864 p.a.; factor into running costs
Above-average local crime and area deprivation — consider local context
Excellent transport links: Northern, Bakerloo and Thameslink nearby
Light-filled two-bedroom apartment in a well-located Elephant & Castle address, offered with no onward chain. The open-plan living and dining space opens onto a full-width balcony with far-reaching city views, making the apartment feel larger than its footprint. Two similarly sized double bedrooms suit sharers or a first home with space to spare.
Practical features include a lift, security entry-phone, communal roof terrace and generous storage. The long lease (169 years remaining) removes short-lease concerns, and good transport links (Northern, Bakerloo, Thameslink nearby) make central London commutes straightforward.
Be realistic about costs and context: the property is leasehold with an annual service charge of about £2,864 and sits in a part of the city with above-average crime and local deprivation indicators. The building is a 2000s concrete construction with double glazing and mains gas heating — generally low-risk but not period charm.
This apartment suits first-time buyers or investors seeking a roomy, well-connected flat that’s ready to move into but sits within a mixed urban neighbourhood. Confirm service charge and management details, then view to judge whether the location and communal upkeep match your priorities.
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