There’s something for everyone in Clapham and it draws an eclectic crowd. Clapham Common buzzes with activity and there’s a diverse mix of restaurants, shops, independent boutiques and nightlife, along with some wonderful architecture. The local schools are excellent and the transport options plentiful, with three London Underground (Northern Line) stations in close proximity and frequent London Overground trains from Clapham High Street station. It rarely feels overcrowded here, despite the abundance of things to do, and Clapham endures as one of the most desirable places to live in south London.
Clapham area guideElms Crescent, SW4
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Features
- Victorian terraced freehold house
- Four double bedrooms and two bathrooms
- Over 2,000 square feet of internal living space
- Many original features and architectural additions
- Scope to improve
- Large private garden
- Close to Abbeville Village and Clapham Common
- Victoria and Northern lines within walking distance
- Brixton within a 15-minute walk
- Chain-free
Property details
A classic example of a four double bedroom Victorian house, this property on leafy Elms Crescent boasts over 2,000 square feet of internal living space and offers a great opportunity for a wide range of purchasers. Located within easy reach of Abbeville Village, Clapham High Street and Clapham South, this stunning terraced house will appeal to people contemplating moving to this area. With a varied array of cafes, restaurants, shops and transport links on the doorstep, purchasers will be spoiled for choice.
The house retains many original features enhanced by stylish additions such as the double-height ceiling at the entrance to the kitchen/diner designed by the previous architect owner. There is nonetheless an opportunity to stamp your own mark on the property.
The ground floor comprises a wonderfully bright and airy double-aspect reception, flooded with natural light thanks to the large bay window at the front and original patio door opening onto the garden at the back – both rooms with original fireplaces and beautifully corniced ceilings. Via the double height windowed “void” the hallway opens onto a spacious dining area and kitchen with ample storage and worktop space. French double doors create a seamless transition from inside to outside where purchasers will enjoy relaxing in the sunny and peaceful rear garden, which is over fifty feet in length. The private mature garden with lawn and flowerbeds on either side has a vine covered gazebo at the end for outdoor dining.
On the two upper floors are the four double bedrooms. The generous master bedroom runs the width of the property with a large bay window that allows natural light to flood into the room. The second and third double bedrooms overlook the private garden, sharing a family bathroom on the first floor. The bedroom on the second floor is accompanied by a second bathroom with shower. Stairs lead to an additional substantial loft room. Subject to the necessary permissions, re-designing this space and adding a side extension to the kitchen give the opportunity to add space and value to the existing layout.
This is an elegant home in an ideal location: a beautiful terrace on a sought-after street - close to the heart of Abbeville Village yet far enough away to retain a real sense of calm. The road is popular for its proximity to the shops, restaurants and cafes on Abbeville Road as well as Clapham South and Clapham High Street. Brixton is also within walking distance offering a huge range of shops, restaurants and amenities as well as quick access to the West End on the Victoria Line.
Freehold and chain-free.
EPC rating: C (69)
Clapham Common
0.6 mi / 12 mins walk
Route & infoZONE 2, Northern Line underground station with trains north via Bank or Charing Cross every five minutes (approx)
Clapham South
0.9 mi / 17 mins walk
Route & infoZONE 2 (and 3), Northern Line underground station with trains north via Bank or Charing Cross every five minutes (approx)
Clapham North
0.9 mi / 18 mins walk
Route & infoZONE 2, Northern Line underground station with trains north via Bank or Charing Cross every five minutes (approx)
Clapham High Street
1 mi / 19 mins walk
Route & infoZONE 2 Overground line between Highbury and Islington and Clapham Junction with trains every 5 minutes (approx). Limited service of Southeastern trains to Victoria too.
Brixton
1.2 mi / 24 mins walk
Route & infoVictoria Line services every three mins (approx) to Finsbury Park and Walthamstow Central.
Balham
1.3 mi / 26 mins walk
Route & infoZONE 3. Northern Line underground station with trains north via Bank or Charing Cross.
Balham
1.3 mi / 26 mins walk
Route & infoZONE 3. Southern services to Victoria, London Bridge, Milton Keynes, Epsom and Sutton.
Brixton
1.4 mi / 26 mins walk
Route & info4 trains direct to Victoria per hour and 4 to Orpington via Herne Hill
Wandsworth Road
1.4 mi / 26 mins walk
Route & infoZONE 2. Overground and Southeastern services to Clapham Junction, Highbury and Islington via Canada Water and sporadically to Victoria and Battersea Park.
Stockwell
1.5 mi / 28 mins walk
Route & infoZONE 2, Northern Line and Victoria Line underground station with trains north via Bank or Charing Cross every five minutes on the Morden to Barnet/Edgeware, Northern Line (approx) and Via Victoria on the Brixton to Walhamstow Central, Victoria Line.
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