Summary - 26D ALBERT ROAD ROMFORD RM1 2PJ
2 bed 1 bath Apartment
Minutes from the Elizabeth line and town centre, ideal for commuters and investors.
Ground-floor two-bedroom flat, approximately 444 sq ft
Short walk to Romford station and town centre, Elizabeth line access
Small private garden and driveway — uncommon for a flat
Electric room heaters; no central heating present
Solid brick walls, likely no wall insulation; modernisation needed
Lease ~80 years remaining — may restrict mortgage lending
Crime levels above area average; consider security and insurance
Fast broadband, excellent mobile signal, cheap council tax
This ground-floor two-bedroom apartment offers a compact, practical layout close to Romford town centre and mainline station. At about 444 sq ft, the flat suits first-time buyers or investors seeking a low-entry London purchase with immediate rental or resale potential. Fast broadband, excellent mobile signal and cheap council tax add everyday value.
The building dates from the late 1960s/early 1970s and the flat shows signs it would benefit from updating: electric room heaters, presumed solid uninsulated brick walls and basic double glazing of unknown age. The property has a small garden and driveway, which are uncommon extras for a flat of this size but external maintenance and modernisation are likely required.
Important practical considerations: the lease has around 80 years remaining — enough to sell but potentially problematic for many mortgage lenders and could limit lending options or require a higher deposit. Crime levels in the immediate area are above average; buyers should factor this into insurance and security planning.
On the positive side, the location is convenient for commuting via the Elizabeth line and local bus links, and local schools have mostly Good or Outstanding Ofsted ratings. The accommodation’s compact footprint and traditional layout make it straightforward to reconfigure or refresh, offering scope to add value for an owner-occupier or landlord prepared to invest in upgrades.
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