Summary - Maple Road, Penge SE20 8JB
2 bed 2 bath Apartment
Well-presented two-bedroom home near stations and local shops.
Share of freehold with low annual service charge (approx. £350–£400)
Spacious kitchen/diner with cast iron fireplace, great for entertaining
Loft-converted large double bedroom with excellent natural light
Contemporary fitted bathroom; double glazing installed after 2002
Good transport links: Penge East, Penge West and Anerley stations nearby
Built 1900–1929 with solid brick walls; may lack wall insulation
Area: many local amenities on Maple Road, fast broadband and mobile signal
Notable local concerns: high crime rate and very deprived area classification
This share-of-freehold split-level flat blends period character with modern comforts across two floors, offering a practical first home in SE20. The spacious kitchen/diner, complete with a striking cast iron fireplace, creates a welcoming hub for cooking and entertaining, while the bright reception room provides flexible space for relaxing or working from home.
The loft-converted second-floor bedroom is a genuine plus, delivering generous proportions and excellent natural light with useful eaves storage. The property is tastefully presented throughout and benefits from double glazing fitted after 2002 and a contemporary fitted bathroom.
Practical running costs are helped by a low annual service charge (approx. £350–£400) and a low council tax band. Transport links are strong, with Penge East, Penge West and Anerley stations nearby for quick journeys into Central London, and a wide range of local shops, cafés and amenities on Maple Road.
Buyers should note material local factors: the area records higher crime levels and is classed as very deprived, which may affect long-term resale dynamics. The building’s solid brick walls were constructed without assumed insulation, so consider potential heating or insulation upgrades as part of future maintenance planning.
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