Stamford Road, Tottenham, N15 4PZ

A one-bedroom apartment in Park North, a small, secure gated development of only 48 homes on Stamford Road, N15. It has a private balcony overlooking landscaped communal gardens and is offered chain free. Residents also have bike storage and parcel boxes. It would suit first-time buyers and investors alike.

The figures are a big part of the appeal. The lease runs for 994 years, ground rent is a peppercorn, and the service charge is £1,971 a year (about £164 a month), below many comparable new-build schemes nearby. Running costs are predictable and there is no lease extension to worry about.

The open-plan living space has a modern fitted kitchen with integrated appliances. Large windows and a glazed door to the balcony bring in plenty of light. The double bedroom has built-in wardrobes, and there is a utility and storage cupboard off the hallway. Underfloor heating and modern insulation keep the flat warm and quiet. The building, completed in 2022/23, is low-rise and was built under post-Grenfell building and fire safety regulations.

Seven Sisters is about a 5-minute walk away. From there the Victoria line reaches King's Cross in around 10 minutes and Oxford Circus in around 15, and the Weaver line (Overground) runs direct to Liverpool Street in around 15 minutes. Tottenham Hale is roughly 10 minutes on foot, with fast trains to Liverpool Street in around 12 minutes, the Stansted Express and services to Cambridge.

Markfield Park is right next door, and its riverside paths lead straight to the River Lea. From there you can walk along the towpath to Walthamstow Wetlands, the Blackhorse Road brewery taprooms and Springfield Park. There is also a growing number of independent cafés and restaurants nearby.

A WORD FROM THE OWNER "What I've loved most about Park North is that it feels like a real community. With only 48 flats, neighbours actually know each other and the gardens are always well kept. Having two stations within walking distance makes getting anywhere in London easy, and the local food and drink scene has really come into its own."