Summary -
41, Otter Drive,CARSHALTON,SM5 2FH
SM5 2FH
2 bed 1 bath Flat
Contemporary two-bed flat with balcony, long lease and easy commuter links — ready to move in..
Two double bedrooms with good proportions
Open-plan kitchen/living room with balcony
First-floor position with lift access
215-year lease — long security
Ground rent £200 per year (leasehold)
Approx. 704 sq ft (average-sized flat)
15-minute walk to Carshalton and Hackbridge stations
Located in an area with higher deprivation indicators
Light-filled and low-maintenance, this modern two-bedroom first-floor apartment suits first-time buyers and buy-to-let investors seeking easy commuter access. The open-plan living area with contemporary kitchen flows to a private balcony, creating a versatile social space for everyday living and entertaining. The apartment is in good decorative order and sits in a relatively new development with elevator access.
Practical benefits include a long 215-year lease, fast broadband and excellent mobile signal, and no flood-risk. Both Carshalton and Hackbridge stations are within about a 15-minute walk, and residents can enjoy nearby River Wandle walks and local amenities such as shops, bus links and a playground.
Buyers should note this is a leasehold flat with an annual ground rent of £200. The postcode sits in a wider area classified as constrained and locally as an urban cultural mix with higher area deprivation indicators; purchasers should consider longer-term neighbourhood plans and rental prospects if buying for investment. The apartment has one bathroom and an average overall size of about 704–760 sq ft, so families needing more space may prefer a larger property.
Overall, the property offers a straightforward, contemporary home with commuter convenience and a long lease. It will appeal to buyers seeking a ready-to-move-in flat with low immediate maintenance needs, or investors looking for a modern rental in a well-connected part of Carshalton.
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