Brixton is a melting pot of culture, cuisine and creativity. An explosion of inventive, new restaurants, pop-ups, fashion stores and art galleries sit alongside the many great pubs, music venues and nightclubs that have been around for years. Transport links are excellent, with London Underground (Victoria Line) trains reaching central London in 12 minutes. If you’re craving green space, Brockwell Park and its famed Art Deco lido are close by. Brixton brings together all the best things about London and is one of the most vibrant and diverse places to live south of the river.
Brixton area guideKingswood Road, SW2
Asking price
Sold price
Features
- Three double bedrooms
- Two bathrooms
- Private South-facing garden
- Victorian conversion
- Split over two floors
- Over 1,100 square feet
- Quiet residential street
- Northern and Victoria tube lines
- Walking distance to Brixton and Clapham High Streets
- Chain-free. Share of freehold
Property details
Keating Estates are proud to present to market an exquisite three double-bedroom split-level flat with private garden for sale within a handsome Victorian terraced property in one of the most popular, quiet residential pockets between Brixton and Clapham. Kingswood Road is a neighbourly street, with an annual street party, positioned close to the action of both Brixton and Clapham, yet far enough away to retain a sense of calm - enhanced by the recent Low Traffic Neighbourhood - with a community-run pub and multiple shops a two-minute walk at the top of the road.
This appealing and well-presented home measures over 1,100 square feet of internal space which has been renovated throughout by the vendors during their time of ownership, set to the upper floors this property has the best of both worlds, benefitting from an abundance of natural light yet still having direct access to the private garden.
An expansive reception room spans the width of the house, bathed with natural light from multiple sash windows, dressed with plantation shutters and creating a pleasant atmosphere. This versatile space enjoys characterful features inclusive of original floorboards and corniced ceilings, an inviting room to be savoured from a relaxing spot on the sofa with generous proportions for a desk or additional dining table if desired. The separate dine-in kitchen is well-equipped with generous storage space are on offer within shaker style cabinetry, topped with ample worktop space. This homely, country-style kitchen is finished with a table in front of the original sash windows, perfect for hosting friends and loved ones.
Keeping the laundry quietly tucked away, a separate utility room leads off the kitchen, flowing through into the first of the conveniently located bathrooms. A bright and soothing room, the bathroom on this floor is finished with luxurious tiling and equipped with both bath and overhead shower, ideal for a soak in the tub whilst gazing through the large skylight.
The garden enjoys a sunny South-facing aspect, laid to patio and gravel with pretty pots and planters adding greenery this is a low maintenance sun-trap ideal for al-fresco dining, BBQs or simply relaxing on a bench with a good book.
A rarity for period properties all three bedrooms are generously proportioned double bedrooms, all beautifully presented in calming tones with cosy carpets. The bedrooms are positioned away from one another, allowing a desirable level of privacy for each, ideal for sharers or with the potential to repurpose one of the rooms to suit additional needs such as a spacious home office and exercise room as it is currently. A second bathroom sits between the two bedrooms on the upper floor, featuring a walk-in shower and stylish blue tiling.
Not to be underestimated, copious storage completes this fantastic home with storage cupboards in the utility room, hallway and upper landing, plus a loft hatch into considerable eaves storage from one of the bedrooms, ideal for storing away those essential items not needed on a daily basis.
Traffic calming measures have recently been introduced into Kingwood Road, located directly outside this property, meaning it is one of the quietest houses on the street.
The location is fantastic, Kingswood Road is a popular street forming part of the Low Traffic Neighbourhood and prides itself on its real sense of community, with residents enjoying annual street parties and a welcoming, neighbourly atmosphere, with Richard Atkins School at the top of the road.
On the doorstep there are two large-brand supermarkets, off-licences and a gym. The property is a twenty-minute walk or swift bus ride to both Brixton and Clapham and all that these two in-demand areas have to offer. Situated a similar distance from both locations, potential purchasers will take advantage of some of the best transport links for a speedy route into central London, with the options of first stop on the Victoria Line, the Northern Line, the Overground, trains and multiples buses that run up and down both Kings Avenue and Brixton Hill. Potential purchasers will benefit from fantastic local amenities, a few examples include the green open spaces of Brockwell Park with its 1930s Lido and Clapham Common, and all that Brixton Village, POP Brixton, Clapham High Street and Clapham Old Town have to offer in terms of food and festivities. Abbeville Village is a short stroll through the quiet residential streets, just the other side of Kings Avenue, and the Venn Street Market by Clapham Common tube is the perfect place to whittle down a few hours on a Saturday afternoon.
Chain-free. Share of freehold.
EPC rating: D (58)
Streatham Hill
0.9 mi / 21 mins walk
Route & infoZONE 2. Southern services to Victoria via Clapham Junction, London Bridge, Crystal Palace and Sutton.
Clapham Common
1.1 mi / 24 mins walk
Route & infoZONE 2, Northern Line underground station with trains north via Bank or Charing Cross every five minutes (approx)
Clapham South
1.1 mi / 25 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
1.2 mi / 25 mins walk
Route & infoZONE 2, Northern Line underground station with trains north via Bank or Charing Cross every five minutes (approx)
Clapham High Street
1.2 mi / 27 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.
Balham
1.3 mi / 29 mins walk
Route & infoZONE 3. Southern services to Victoria, London Bridge, Milton Keynes, Epsom and Sutton.
Brixton
1.3 mi / 29 mins walk
Route & infoVictoria Line services every three mins (approx) to Finsbury Park and Walthamstow Central.
Balham
1.4 mi / 30 mins walk
Route & infoZONE 3. Northern Line underground station with trains north via Bank or Charing Cross.
Brixton
1.4 mi / 31 mins walk
Route & info4 trains direct to Victoria per hour and 4 to Orpington via Herne Hill
Herne Hill
1.6 mi / 34 mins walk
Route & infoZONE 2. First Capital Connect services to Victoria, Blackfriars and Wimbledon.
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