Within easy reach of east croydon station is this fantastic spacious top floor furnished two bedroom, two bathroom split level character conversion flat with parking & access to large gardensfor the discerning professional renter who wants A spacious quality furnished alternative to the standard purpose built blocks currently available offering average two bedroom accommodation.A top (2nd) floor split-level two double bedroom character conversion flat with reserved car parking space & access to large communal gardens at the rear.Features include: * spacious lounge/dining room with timber flooring separated by A breakfast bar to spacious open-plan designer fitted kitchen with built in appliances * spacious split-level hallway * double master bedroom * en-suite shower room * inner hallway to double bedroom two * family bathroom * gas C/H * D/G windows * designated parking bay to front * large communal gardens * quality furnishings * quality timber effect flooring & deep tread floor coverings *directions: From East Croydon railway station, tram & bus stops walk down Cherry Orchard Road to the bottom. Go straight over onto Morland Road & this property can be found a short way down on your left-hand side.Accommodation:Communal covered entrance porch: Entry-phone.Communal hallway & staircase to:First floor landing:Flat entrance: Fitted carpet, easy rising staircase to top (second) floor:Split-level landing: Fitted carpet, double radiator, large utility cupboard housing automatic washing machine.Spacious reception room: With enough space to incorporate a dining area with dining room table & chairs, a lounge area with two settees, t.v. Stand, coffee table etc. Timber effect flooring, d/g windows to front, breakfast bar with matching stools that separates:Open-plan designer fitted kitchen: Fitted with a range of matching units including worktops, drawers, storage cupboards, part tiled walls, inset sink unit with both mixer taps. Built in stainless steel double oven & grill, fitted gas hob & extractor hood. Upright fridge/freezer, dishwasher.Master double bedroom: Double glazed windows overlooking rear gardens, deep-tread fitted carpet, wardrobes, double bed frame with mattress & side units, chest of drawers, double radiator.En-suite shower room: Double glazed velux window, fully tiled walls, walk-in shower cubicle with thermostatically controlled rain shower, pedestal wash hand basin, low level w.c., tiled flooring, heated towel rail.Double bedroom two: Double glazed window to side, double bed frame with mattress, wardrobe, executive leather swivel chair with leather topped study table, double radiator.Bathroom: Matching modern suite in white comprising: Modern panelled bath with mixer taps & hand held shower attachment, part tiled walls, tiled flooring, double glazed window to side, heated towel rail, low level w.c., pedestal wash hands basin with chrome mixer taps.Outside:Communal gardens: Large rear gardens laid to lawn.Car parking: Reserved car parking bay to front.
Members of client money protect & the property redress scheme
Tenants:
As of the 1st June 2019, the tenant fee ban came in effect, meaning we will not charge tenants any administration fees.
The only monies due would be the first months rent in advance and upto a 5 week security deposit.
Holding deposit
- Equivalent to one weeks rent per tenancy (actual rent divide by 52).
- The property will be reserved on payment of the Holding Deposit
- The deadline for agreement is 15 calendar days after the Holding Deposit is paid unless a date is agreed in writing by the tenant
The Holding deposit will be refunded within 7 days :-
(i) From when the parties enter into the tenancy agreement unless the tenant has agreed in writing for the holding deposit to be put towards the balance of monies payable
(ii) If the landlord withdraws
(iii) If an agreement is not reached before the deadline for Agreement of the agreed extended date and the tenant is not at fault, or
(iv) If the landlord or the agent breaches the fee ban or acts in a way that it would be unreasonable to expect the tenant to enter into an agreement (i.e. Unfair terms, harassment etc.)
The agent can retain the Holding deposit only if:
(i) The tenant withdraws their application
(ii) The tenant doesn't take reasonable steps to enter into the tenancy
(iii) The tenant fails a Right to Rent check or fails to pass the referencing procedure within a 14 day period.
(iv) The tenant provides false or misleading information which materially affects their suitability to rent the property
Rent
- The amount which will be contractually payable to rent the property at regular specified intervals
Security deposit
- Equivalent to five weeks rent per tenancy if rent is less than £50,000 per year
- Equivalent to six weeks rent per tenancy if rent is more than £50,000 per year
- The Security Deposit can be used to cover damages or defaults on the part of the tenant during the tenancy
- Interest is payable by the tenant on late rent at the rate of 3% above the Bank of England Base rate in relation to each day after the due date for which the rent is unpaid but not to be until the rent is more than 14 days in arrears
Utilities and council tax
- Gas, electricity, fuel, water or sewage, communication services, television license, Green Deal Charge (if any) and council tax
Lost key / access or security device
- The cost of replacement including the cost of replacement of the locks (if applicable)
Early termination
- If the tenant wishes to leave the contract early and there is no break clause, the tenant shall pay the rent until the start date of any replacement tenancy together with the landlords re-letting costs (in accordance with best homes published landlord letting fees); such costs to be no more than the maximum amount of rent outstanding on the tenancy
Landlord Guide to Services and Fees
The table below shows all landlord fees exclusive of VAT (at 20%).
Best Homes is a member of and covered by the Client Money Protect Scheme. Best Homes is also a member of the Property Redress Scheme.
Let Only 10%
Fully Managed 10% for New landlords - Usually 12.5%
Tenancy Referencing: Per tenant Landlord Cost £25.00 per applicant - per application
Right to Rent checks Money Laundering Checks: Per tenant £25.00
Tenancy Agreement & Administration Fee Preparation of an Assured Shorthold Tenancy Agreement, Contract negotiation, including any amendments, clauses, agreeing terms & Issuing Government How to Rent Booklet at £400.00
Deposit Registration Fee at £40.00
Check in & Check out fee: Each as follows:
Studio/ 1 Bedroom Property at £50.00 2 Bedroom Property at £65.00 3 Bedroom Property at £80.00 4 Bedroom Property at £95.00
Check out to be deducted when Notice is given
Gas Safety Certificate (Only) at £80.00 Renewable annually If included with a Full Boiler Service at £140.00
Energy Performance Certificate at £75.00
Application for a Landlord License at £50.00 plus cost of License. Any compliance attendance in respect of the Landlord License at £100.00 which covers submission & data collection to be forwarded to Croydon Council & Compliance visit.
Additional Key Cutting at £10.00 Plus cost of Keys
Additional Landlord Fees Use of Landlords Own tenancy Agreement at £75.00 To be approved by our Solicitor Withdrawal Fee: If Landlord withdraws with Prospective Tenant at £200.00
Tenancy Renewal Fee: Renewal of new AST Agreement - From at £100.00
Additional Referencing: Per Tenant at £25.00 per application.
Submission of Deposit Dispute Fully Managed at £100.00 Let Only at £150.00
Annual Submission of Section 19 Report to hmrc: All landlords Annualized Income & Expenditure Statement at £100.00
For Self-Assessment or Submission to Accountant at £100.00