Rydon Street, Islington, London, N1

An Elegant Four-Storey Victorian Home with Garden in Arlington Conservation Area

Description

Spread across four thoughtfully designed floors, this elegant semi-detached freehold home offers a flexible layout to suit a variety of lifestyles. It includes three bedrooms, a spacious kitchen-diner, a formal dining room, a generous double reception area and a rare sun filled garden.

On the raised ground floor, the dual aspect dining room is flooded with natural light through South and West facing sash windows, complete with shutters. Polished wooden floors and a marble fireplace enhance the room’s period charm. Towards the rear, a well-appointed eat-in kitchen creates a sociable and functional space, featuring a striking original ceiling from the 1840s with decorative coving and a ceiling rose.

The lower ground floor offers a double reception room that can be divided into two areas if needed. It includes built-in storage, a cosy wood-burning stove, and direct access to a private, South-West-facing garden. A family bathroom is also located on this level, alongside the benefit of additional street access via the garden.

The first floor hosts two generous double bedrooms, both benefitting from wider proportions due to the fanned layout of the plot. The principal bedroom enjoys two large South-West-facing sash windows overlooking the garden and surrounding tree lined streets, built-in wardrobes, and polished wooden floors. A second bathroom is also located here. On the second floor, a third bedroom offers a flexible space ideal for a study or children’s room.

Additional features include a private courtyard entrance offering external storage and added security, side access to the garden, double glazing throughout, original staircase and a wealth of original Victorian details throughout. There is also potential for further extension, subject to planning permission (STPP), with scope to convert the loft space.

Location

Situated on the sought-after Rydon Street in the heart of the Arlington Conservation Area, this property offers the perfect blend of city living and peaceful surroundings. Residents benefit from immediate access to green spaces, including the beautifully maintained Arlington Square just moments away.

The area is exceptionally well-connected, with multiple bus routes available on Essex Road and New North Road. Essex Road station provides direct National Rail services to Moorgate, and Highbury and Islington, while nearby Angel, Upper Street, and Islington Green offer a wide range of shops, cafes, restaurants, and entertainment options.

Also within easy reach are the vibrant areas of Hoxton, Shoreditch, London Fields, and Broadway Market, all offering trendy bars, galleries, boutique shopping and cultural experiences. The nearby canal path offers a scenic and tranquil route for walking or cycling.

This location offers a rare balance of historic charm, community atmosphere, and modern convenience – making it one of North London's most desirable places to live.

Square Footage: 1,534 sq ft