Top-floor one-bed with balcony and tram links — chain free and low running costs..
Top-floor one-bedroom flat with balcony and open-plan lounge/kitchen
Chain free — ready for a quick purchase
Approx. 500 sq ft; long lease remaining (circa 105 years)
Low service charge (£10) and very cheap council tax
Close to Town End Supertram; good mobile and broadband
EPC rating E; may need energy and cosmetic improvements
High local crime and very deprived area — important safety consideration
Community heating and older double glazing (pre-2002)
A top-floor, one-bedroom flat offering an affordable entry into the Sheffield market for first-time buyers. The open-plan lounge/kitchen and balcony create a bright, practical living space across approximately 500 sq ft. The property is chain free and immediate purchase is possible.
Practical strengths include proximity to Town End Supertram for straightforward commuting, excellent mobile signal and fast broadband, a long lease (circa 105 years) and a low service charge (£10). The building has double glazing (installed before 2002) and a community heating scheme; council tax is very cheap.
Notable drawbacks are the neighbourhood’s high crime and very deprived area classification, and the EPC rating of E. The block was constructed in the late 1960s–1970s and shows that era’s construction; potential buyers should allow for ongoing maintenance and typical refurbishment to personalise the flat.
This is a sensible, low-entry option for someone prioritising transport links, low running costs and a simple, chain-free purchase. Investors seeking a lettable one-bed in a well-connected location may also consider it, but should factor in area risk and EPC improvement costs.