Guide price
£450,000
1 bed flat for saleDowns Road, London E5
1 bed
1 bath
1 reception
EPC Rating: C
- Leasehold
Strutt & Parker - Islington
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About this property
One double bedroom
Bay and sash windows
Sitting room
Bathroom (with attic storage)
Entrance hall
Kitchen
Period Features
Well presented
Views over adjoining garden (No Access)
Raised ground floor flat
Approached from the pavement past wrought iron railings, up shallow steps to a communal entrance, the apartment enjoys a raised ground floor position in the building. A welcoming entrance hall leads onto sitting room, bathroom and principal double bedroom.
The sitting room has a large sash window with tall ceiling heights, plus 3m. The interior has been well decorated with pastel shades and clean design. The sash window affords views over the adjoining garden (no access permitted for this apartment, the garden is not communal, but private), providing a light and airy feel. The sitting room has sufficient space to accommodate both soft furnishings and dining table and chairs.
To one side is a fully equipped galley kitchen with all integrated appliances, as required, including a four-plate gas hob, oven, washing machine, sink/drainer, fridge/freezer and dishwasher.
A well presented bathroom has bath tub/shower, metro style wall tiles throughout and chequered pattern flooring. There is also a loft access hatch to a small attic storage area.
The principal double bedroom has bay window and show of wardrobes to one side and space for additional furniture.
In all, this is a very well presented home, ideal for first time buyers, young professionals, down sizers, investors and/or those looking for a pied a tarre.
Terms
Tenure: Leasehold (138 years remaining).
Local Authority: London Borough of Hackney
Service Charge: £300 + eyob p.a. (contribution to buildings Insurance).
Ground Rent: £50.
Services: Mains water, electricity, drainage and gas, (gas fired central heating).
Parking: On street permits are available from the local authority at additional cost.
Fixtures & Fittings: Certain items will are excluded from sale, but available by separate negotiation.
Council Tax: C
EPC: C
Downs Road just off Hackney Downs Park is a popular 'no through road' in high demand for its attractive period Victorian architecture.
The property is Circa 0.6miles from Clapton and Hackney Downs Overground Stations. These providing direct access to Liverpool Street Station and the City of London, (10 mins Journey time) and onto the West End, Holborn Legal District and Tech at Kings Cross. Nearby Hackney Central station has connection to Canary Wharf.
There are a number of good independent shops, cafes restaurant's, Public Houses and amenities locally.
There are also a number of good schools in the area:
Baden-Powell School (Ofsted: Good) 0.1 miles
Nightingale Primary School (Ofsted: Good) 0.1 miles
Al-Falah Primary School (Ofsted: Good) 0.2 miles
Clapton Girls' Academy (Ofsted: Outstanding) 0.2 miles
Further transportation routes:
Hackney Central station 0.6miles
Hackney Downs Station 0.6miles
Clapton station 0.4miles
Rectory Road Station 0.5miles
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Tenure
Leasehold (138 years)
Service charge
Council tax band
C
Ground rent
£75
Ground rent date of next review