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Situated on Herbert Road, nearby to Woolwich Common, Beaumont Gibbs have this super one bedroom lower ground floor maisonette coming to the market soon. The property is very spacious and benefits from a Share of Freehold, own garden, off street parking and your own private entrance. Get in touch if you would like to arrange an early viewing.

Another fantastic South East London home successfully let by Beaumont Gibbs!