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See how verdicts work2-bedroom flat · SE26 6QZ
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About
**Guide Price £450,000 to £475,000** Situated on the popular and leafy Longton Avenue in Sydenham, this well-proportioned two-bedroom second-floor flat offers bright and versatile accommodation, making it an ideal purchase for first-time buyers and professionals The property comprises a welcoming entrance hallway, a spacious reception room offering plenty of room for both relaxing and dining, a separate fitted kitchen, two well-sized bedrooms and a family bathroom.
Natural light pours into the flat through windows at both the front and rear, creating a bright and airy feel throughout. The practical layout makes excellent use of the available space.
The property is ideally positioned for access to the excellent selection of local amenities in Sydenham, with an array of independent cafés, restaurants, traditional pubs, supermarkets and everyday shops available along Kirkdale and Sydenham High Street.
The area offers a welcoming neighbourhood atmosphere, with plenty of options for dining out, shopping and enjoying a coffee locally.
For commuters, Sydenham railway station is approximately 0.5 miles away, offering London Overground services and rail connections, while Sydenham Hill station is approximately 0.7 miles away, providing further connections into central London.
A range of local bus routes also serve the surrounding area.
The property is particularly well placed for enjoying the area's excellent green spaces, with the beautiful Wells Park nearby, offering open lawns, mature trees and space for walking and relaxing.
Sydenham Hill Wood and Crystal Palace Park are also within easy reach, providing further opportunities for outdoor recreation.
Families will also appreciate the selection of nearby schools and nurseries, including Kelvin Grove Primary School, St Bartholomew's Church of England Primary School and Sydenham High School, together with a range of childcare facilities in the surrounding neighbourhood.
Combining a convenient location, excellent transport connections, nearby green spaces and bright, well-arranged accommodation, this attractive Sydenham flat presents a fantastic opportunity to enjoy all that SE26 has to offer.
Tenure: Leasehold Lease Length: 954 Service Charge: £922.20 P/A Ground Rent: N/A Council Tax Band: C
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