2 bed flat for sale

Buckstone Apartments, 140 Blackfriars Road, London SE1

Shared ownership (Advertised price represents 45% share. Full market value £840,000). A great chance to buy a shared ownership apartment in such a central and desirable location. This spacious, two-bedroom apartment is on the third floor and has a twenty-four-foot reception room with sleek, open-plan kitchen area. There is a main bedroom with fitted wardrobe plus a second double bedroom, a stylish bathroom and a trio of storage/utility cupboards in the entrance hallway. The three principle rooms all have access to a west-facing winter garden. Buckstone Apartments is an impressive, modern development close to Waterloo and Southwark Station and the curve in the Thames means that a considerable stretch of both the south and north banks of the river are within comfortable walking distance. Well insulated walls, high performance glazing and a communal heating/hot water system have resulted in very good energy-efficiency ratings. The block has a very smart entrance and communal areas. Residents can enjoy use of a 24-hour concierge service, secure basement cycle storage and a second-floor terrace.

Interested parties are required to complete the shared ownership common application form [ ]

(Please note the minimum income and deposit requirements for eligibility. You do not need to request a viewing separately once you have completed the application form.)

Housing Association: Clarion.
Tenure: Leasehold (125 years from 01/06/2017).
Minimum Share: 45% (£378,000). The housing association will expect that you will purchase the largest share affordable.
Shared Ownership Rent: £541.65 per month (subject to annual review).
Service Charge: £357.93 per month (subject to annual review).
Ground Rent: £250.00 for the year.
Guideline Minimum Income: Dual - £86,500 (based on minimum share and 35% £132,300 deposit)| Single - £88,800 (minimum share, 45% £170,100 deposit).
Council Tax: Band E, London Borough of Southwark. Priority is given to applicants living and/or working in this local authority.

This property is offered for sale in the condition seen. The housing association does not warrant to carry out any remedial or redecoration work of a cosmetic nature unless specifically advised in writing. As a general rule, fitted domestic appliances are included in the sale; non-fitted appliances are not. If you require confirmation, you must request this in writing from Urban Moves. The information in this document supersedes any information given verbally either in person or by telephone. Pets not permitted (except assistance animals). There is no parking space offered with this property.

What is shared ownership ?

Shared Ownership is a housing scheme designed to help homebuyers who are unable to afford the cost of buying a property outright on the open market. Properties may be sold off-plan or new build direct from housing associations, or pre-owned from existing shared owners. The rules and terms of the scheme are set by the Greater London Authority (gla) in London and Homes England outside of London.

Is shared ownership for you ?

The gla and Homes England set the eligibility criteria for Shared Ownership, but broadly speaking you must:

1. Not own another property in the UK or any other country.
2. Have a household income that falls below £90,000 (£80,000 threshold outside the M25). Every property will have a minimum income level too, determined by its value, rent and service charge costs. In most cases you will need to meet or exceed the given minimum income.
3. Have access to a minimum deposit of 10% of the share being purchased (a minimum deposit of 5% of the share being purchased may be acceptable depending on individual financial status).
4. Be in full time permanent employment.
5. Be a British, EU or eea Citizen or have indefinite leave to remain in the UK.
6. Have a good credit history.

Reception

24' 8" max. X 14' 6" max. (7.52m x 4.42m)

Kitchen

Included in reception measurement

Bedroom 1

13' 11" max. X 10' 6" max. (4.24m x 3.20m)

Bedroom 2

10' 11" max. X 10' 3" max. (3.33m x 3.12m)

Bathroom

7' 3" max. X 6' 8" max. (2.21m x 2.03m)

Winter Garden

11' 11" max. X 7' 7" (3.63m x 2.31m)