Guide price
£295,000
2 bed flat for saleDiscovery Drive, Swanley, Kent BR8
2 beds
2 baths
1 reception
EPC Rating: B
About this property
Two double bedrooms
Approx. 674 sq ft / 62.6 sq m
Impressive 28ft private balcony
Bright and spacious living room
Separate fitted kitchen
Long lease with approximately 992 years remaining
Walking distance to Swanley Station
Excellent access to M25, M20 and A20
Ideal first-time purchase, commuter home or investment opportunity
Positioned within easy walking distance of Swanley Station and offered with an exceptional 992-year lease, this bright and spacious two-bedroom apartment is ideally suited to commuters, first-time buyers and investors alike. Measuring approximately 674 sq ft (62.6 sq m), the property offers a generous living room filled with natural light, an open fitted kitchen and two well-proportioned double bedrooms.
A highlight is the impressive 28ft private balcony, stretching the full width of the apartment and providing valuable outdoor space. The principal bedroom enjoys direct access to the balcony and ensuite shower room, while the second bedroom offers flexibility for guests, home working or family living.
Conveniently located approximately 0.4 miles from Swanley Station, the property benefits from direct rail services into London Victoria, London Bridge, Blackfriars and St Pancras International, alongside excellent road connections via the M25, M20 and A20. Combining generous accommodation, extensive outdoor space and outstanding transport links, this is a superb opportunity to secure a well-connected home with long-term peace of mind.
Exterior
Allocated Parking
Visitors bays
Communal Gardens
Key terms
This property is Leasehold
Lease start date 28th June 2019
Lease Length 999 years from start date
Lease Remaining 992 years
Ground Rent £250 pa
Service Charge £1,554 pa
Utilities Mains Electricity, Gas, Water and Drainage
The boiler is a gas combination type
Situated on the second floor
There is both lift and stair access
Allocated Parking
Visitors Spaces
Communal Gardens
Transport Links
Rail Connections
Swanley Station – approximately 0.4 miles (7–10 minutes' walk) from the property. Services provide direct links to:
London Victoria
London Blackfriars
London St Pancras International
London Bridge
Sevenoaks
Ashford International
Road Connections
M20 Junction 1 – approximately 3 miles
M25 Junction 3 – approximately 4 miles
A20 London Road – approximately 2 miles
A2/M2 corridor – approximately 6 miles
Easy access to Central London, Kent, Bluewater Shopping Centre and major South East road networks.
Nearby Schools
Primary Schools
High Firs Primary School – approximately 0.1 miles
St Mary's CE Primary School – approximately 0.4 miles
Downsview Community Primary School – approximately 0.4 miles
St Bartholomew's Catholic Primary School – approximately 0.4 miles
Horizon Primary Academy – approximately 0.6 miles
Secondary Schools
Orchards Academy – approximately 0.4 miles
Leigh Academy Wilmington – approximately 2.5 miles
Wilmington Grammar School for Boys – approximately 2.6 miles
Wilmington Grammar School for Girls – approximately 2.7 miles
Harris Academy Orpington – approximately 2.9 miles
Location Highlights
Swanley town centre amenities within easy reach.
Nearby supermarkets, leisure facilities and Swanley Park.
Excellent commuter location with fast rail services into Central London.
Convenient access to the M25, M20 and A20 road networks.
Property Listing Disclaimer
Distances and journey times are approximate and have been sourced from publicly available information. They are provided as a guide only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact. Prospective purchasers should make their own enquiries regarding transport links, school catchment areas, road access and local amenities. School admissions are subject to availability and catchment criteria, which may change over time.
Communal Entrance
Landing
Entrance Hall
Living Room (17' 9" x 9' 2" (5.42m x 2.8m))
Kitchen (10' 8" x 6' 5" (3.25m x 1.95m))
Bedroom (17' 2" x 8' 7" (5.23m x 2.62m))
Ensuite Shower Room
Bedroom (13' 5" x 8' 7" (4.1m x 2.61m))
Bathroom
Full Width Balcony (28' 5" x 4' 8" (8.66m x 1.42m))
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Tenure
Leasehold (991 years)
Service charge
£1,554 per year
Council tax band
C
Ground rent
£250
Ground rent date of next review
1st Jan 2026
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