1 bed flat for sale

Ilford IG1

Service charge (For Leasehold tenure): £557 per year.
Ground rent (For Leasehold tenure): £50 per year.

Situated within the highly sought-after Commonwealth Estate in Ilford, this beautifully presented first-floor one-bedroom apartment forms part of an attractive double-fronted period conversion. Offering generous accommodation, excellent transport links, and strong rental potential, this property is an ideal purchase for first-time buyers and investors alike.

The apartment features a bright and spacious separate reception room, enhanced by a large bay window that floods the space with natural light, creating a welcoming environment for both relaxing and entertaining.

The modern fitted kitchen is thoughtfully designed with ample wall and base units, integrated gas hob and oven, generous worktop space, and plumbing for a washing machine, providing everything needed for convenient everyday living.

The generous double bedroom offers comfortable proportions with excellent natural light, while the contemporary bathroom is finished with floor-to-ceiling tiling and comprises a full-size bath with shower attachment, vanity wash basin, WC, and a window providing natural ventilation.

Further benefits include gas central heating, double glazing throughout, and well-maintained communal areas.

The property is offered with approximately 108 years remaining on the lease (as of 2025), making it a secure long-term purchase.

Investment Opportunity

Currently achieving £1,350 per calendar month, the property offers immediate rental income with excellent scope for improvement.

Following light cosmetic refurbishment, the estimated achievable rent is up to £1,500 per calendar month

Location

Perfectly positioned within the desirable Commonwealth Estate, the property benefits from easy access to an excellent range of local amenities including supermarkets, cafés, restaurants, and Ilford town centre.

Families will appreciate its location within the Christchurch Primary School and Seven Kings School catchment areas, while commuters benefit from convenient access to Ilford Station (Elizabeth Line), offering fast connections into Liverpool Street, Stratford, Canary Wharf, Tottenham Court Road, and Heathrow.

The property is also within walking distance of Balfour Road Mosque, parks, and a variety of local amenities.

Key Features

• First-floor apartment within an attractive period conversion
• Spacious double bedroom
• Bright separate reception room with bay window
• Modern fitted kitchen
• Contemporary fully tiled bathroom
• Gas central heating
• Double glazing throughout
• Approximately 108-year lease remaining (2025)
• Currently let at £1,350 pcm
• Estimated rental potential of up to £1,500 pcm
• Excellent location within the Commonwealth Estate
• Close to Ilford Station (Elizabeth Line)
• Ideal for first-time buyers and investors

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Features

• Oven/Hob
• Gas Central Heating Combi Boiler
• Double Bedrooms

Roof type: Slate tiles.

Mobile signal/coverage: Good.

Flooded in the last 5 years: No.

Does the property have flood defences?
No.

Construction materials used: Brick and block.

Water source: Direct mains water.

Electricity source: National Grid.

Sewerage arrangements: Standard UK domestic.

Heating Supply: Central heating (gas).

Broadband internet type: Others.

Does the property have required access (easements, servitudes, or wayleaves)?
No.

Do any public rights of way affect your your property or its grounds?
No.

Parking Availability: Yes.