Modern top-floor flat with balcony and parking — lease and service charge need attention.
- Top-floor two-bedroom apartment with private balcony
- Master bedroom with en suite shower
- Allocated off-street parking space included
- All-electric heating and appliances (may increase running costs)
- Leasehold with only 80 years remaining — lending risk
- Very high service charge: £1,600 per month
- Ground rent £170 per year
- Area has above-average crime and high deprivation
A well-presented top-floor two-bedroom apartment with a modern feel, private balcony and allocated parking. The master bedroom includes an en suite shower and there is a separate family bathroom, making this a practical first home or a straightforward rental opportunity. Communal grounds and large windows give decent light for the size.
Important practical points are blunt: the property is leasehold with only 80 years remaining, and mortgage lenders may refuse to lend. The service charge is very high at £1,600 per month and will significantly affect affordability or rental yield. The development is all-electric, which may increase running costs for some buyers.
This flat suits a cash buyer, a buy-to-let investor aware of the high service charge, or a buyer prepared to address the lease length before committing. Local amenities and good broadband/mobiles are positives, but the neighbourhood faces high deprivation and above-average crime, so viewings should consider safety and long-term plans for the area.