Summary - 51 1 CLARENDON STREET BEDFORD MK41 7SH
2 bed 1 bath Flat
Affordable central flat with share of freehold and strong commuter links.
Two-bedroom first-floor maisonette in Victorian terrace
A two-bedroom first-floor maisonette in a Victorian terrace, offered with a rare share of freehold and a very long lease (approx. 994 years). The flat is compact (about 678 sq ft) and sits within easy walking distance of Bedford town centre, Bedford Park and the direct train line to London — convenient for commuters and town amenities. Broadband and mobile signal are strong, and crime risk is very low.
The accommodation needs light to moderate modernisation: photos and descriptions indicate scuffs, cluttered rooms and dated finishes. Heating is by electric storage heaters and walls are likely solid brick without cavity insulation, so energy efficiency is limited (EPC shown as E). There is loft access for extra storage, but no major external space beyond a small forecourt/garden.
This home suits first-time buyers or buy-to-let investors seeking a central, affordable entry into Bedford with clear potential to add value through cosmetic upgrades, improved heating and insulation. Be aware the local area is classified as very deprived and a cosmopolitan, student neighbourhood — vibrant but potentially noisy and busy at times.
Practical positives include very low council tax, no flood risk, and strong transport links. Material drawbacks to budget for: refurbishment costs, potential insulation/heating improvements, and general updating throughout.
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