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Downs Road

London, E5

Sold

Guide Price

£450,000

Ref: ISL250013

Well-presented raised ground floor apartment in the popular Downs Road.

  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • 1 reception room
  • 479 square feet
  • Leasehold
  • Council Band C
  • Energy Efficiency Rating C

Features at a glance

  • One double bedroom
  • Bay and sash windows
  • Sitting room
  • Bathroom (with attic storage)
  • Entrance hall
  • Kitchen

Overview

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

Situation

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

About the area

Transport

Clapton

0.4 miles

Hackney Downs

0.5 miles

Rectory Road

0.5 miles

Hackney Central

0.6 miles

Schools

Clapton Girls' Academy 0.2 miles

Outstanding

The Boxing Academy AP Free School 0.3 miles

Outstanding

Mossbourne Community Academy 0.3 miles

Outstanding

The Olive School, Hackney 0.4 miles

Outstanding

Food stores

Tesco 0.1 miles

Supermarket

Sainsbury's 0.4 miles

Supermarket

Fairdeal Food Stores 150 yards

Convenience store

F A Strange Chemist 154 yards

Convenience store
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