Essex Grove, London, SE19

A chain-free garden flat on Essex Grove that gives you that rare London combo – your own private outside space, a killer location and a share of freehold with a lease in excess of 900 years!

The flat has a huge degree of privacy, as it’s on the lower ground floor of a handsome Victorian building, so you get your own private entrance and a secluded garden that's perfect for summer BBQs or morning coffee, and as there’s no chain our buyer could be in to enjoy this summer there.

The vibe inside strikes that sweet spot between period charm and modern living. The spacious reception room is genuinely impressive at 17'5" x 15'11" – no squinting at the floor plan needed; this is actually big enough for a proper dining and living space; you can live out your sofa dreams and have that table large enough so you can really entertain in comfort. Also, the engineered wood flooring and clean neutral décor mean you can move straight in without needing to redecorate.

In the kitchen, maple units are paired with eye-catching royal blue tiles, laid out in a galley style there are acres of worktop space and masses of storage. If you aren’t quite feeling the kitchen’s vibe, a simple worktop swap will work wonders for revamping this space without breaking the bank.

The bedroom is a lovely bright room, with views over the garden and a southeastern aspect, so it gets the light in the morning and early afternoon. It has cosy carpet underfoot and easily fits a large bed plus wardrobe space. Adjacent to the bedroom is the modern bathroom, which has an over-bath shower, it’s easy to keep clean and looking fresh with the fully tiled walls.

The southeast-facing garden is the star here. It’s almost 60 feet long and has great width, too. There’s a decked area directly off the flat, which is ideal for entertaining, and there’s a large lawn and established pretty borders. This garden will be the envy of some local houses and makes this flat the kind of asset you want to secure as a first-time purchase.

Location-wise, you're just 0.4 miles from The Triangle – the heartbeat of Crystal Palace where you'll find everything from proper coffee at Antenna Café to craft beers at Craft & Courage. The food scene here punches well above its weight, with spots like Joanna's, The Exhibition Rooms, and Four Hundred Rabbits drawing people from across South London.

For everyday essentials, there's a decent-sized Sainsbury's nearby, while the Crystal Palace Food Market (every Saturday on Haynes Lane) is where locals grab their sourdough, small-batch cheeses and seasonal veg – think Borough Market vibes but without the tourists.

Getting into central London is surprisingly easy from here. Gipsy Hill station (0.7 miles) gets you to Victoria or London Bridge in under 30 minutes, while Crystal Palace station (0.8 miles) adds Overground connections to East London hotspots like Shoreditch and Dalston.

This flat offers that elusive London package – actual space, outdoor living, and a neighborhood with genuine character – all while keeping you connected to the city. Perfect for first-time buyers or anyone looking to get more bang for their buck in Zone 3.