Summary - Flat 303 Josling House, 16, Bowen Drive SE7 7GP
2 bed 2 bath Apartment
Bright modern apartment with excellent transport links and long lease.
West-facing top-floor balcony with panoramic London views
Long lease (993 years) and ~5 years NHBC warranty remaining
Open-plan living with built-in storage and two bathrooms
Residents’ parking permit plus nearby free on-street parking
Service charge £2,908.43 per annum — ongoing cost
Ground rent £534.44 per annum — comparatively high
Located near Westcombe Park and Charlton stations; excellent transport
Situated in a very high-crime, deprived local area — consider safety
This top-floor, two-bedroom apartment offers bright, practical living with a contemporary finish and a private west-facing balcony that takes in wide views across London. The open-plan kitchen and living area, built-in storage and two bathrooms (including an en-suite) suit first-time buyers seeking a move-in-ready home with modern convenience.
The property benefits from a long lease (993 years) and remaining NHBC warranty cover (about five years), giving reassurance on build quality. Residents can use a parking permit for shared bays on the development, with extra free on-street parking nearby. Fast broadband, strong mobile signal and close transport links (Westcombe Park and Charlton stations) make this a convenient base for commuting into central London.
Buyers should note material drawbacks honestly: the development sits in a high-crime, deprived area, and the annual service charge (£2,908.43) plus a comparatively high ground rent (£534.44 pa) are ongoing costs to budget for. Council Tax is Greenwich Band C, described here as affordable.
Overall, this flat will appeal to cost-conscious first-time buyers or investors who prioritise connectivity, modern finishes and long lease security, and who are comfortable with local area challenges and the listed service charges.
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