Sydenham Road, London, SE26

A bright and spacious two-bedroom flat on Sydenham Road with a modern interior and 675 sq ft of well-distributed living space. Ticking a lot of boxes, this flat is offered with a highly coveted share of freehold, which is accompanied by a 161-year lease; it’s also only a ten-minute walk from Sydenham Station and is situated on the third floor. This elevation, combined with its bright south-facing aspect and large windows, creates a bright home with a positive energy about it and for the Excel ninjas, you’ll love inputting the service charge into your spreadsheet, as it’s only £83 a month!

Living Space

You'll immediately appreciate how the light floods through those floor-to-ceiling windows – the south-facing aspect means the flat gets fantastic direct light from mid-morning through to late afternoon. The open-plan living and dining area feels genuinely spacious, with room for both a proper sofa setup and a decent dining table. The balcony offers a space to chill or possibly grow some veg! With its south-facing aspect, you'll actually be able to grow stuff here, or you could just enjoy your morning coffee while you watch the world go by! Those vertical blinds give you control over the light throughout the day, while that striking glass-block feature wall isn't just for show – it allows natural light to flow through the flat.

The Kitchen

The kitchen is a fantastic size, and those crisp white cabinets with integrated appliances create a contemporary feel, and the L-shaped layout provides a functional space offering an abundance of storage and prep space. There's proper counter space for meal prep and enough storage that you won't be playing Tetris with your kitchen equipment. The window overlooking the rear aspect gives you something pleasant to look at while you're cooking, plus it has the practical benefit of providing natural ventilation.

The Bedrooms

Both bedrooms are genuinely well-proportioned - not the box rooms you'll find in many modern developments. The main bedroom, positioned at the front, easily accommodates a double bed with space to move around it. The second bedroom faces the quieter rear aspect and works brilliantly as either a guest room or that work-from-home space we all seem to need these days.

The Bathroom

The bathroom deserves special mention - those large-format stone-grey tiles and modern fixtures create a genuinely spa-like feel. The shower-over-bath arrangement is both practical and space-efficient, while the heated towel rail makes those winter mornings considerably more bearable. Here's something you don't see often in London flats: an actual window for natural light and proper ventilation, and another perk is the separate loo, allowing couples more time-efficient routines when getting ready in the morning!

Location & Transport

Sydenham is known for its fantastic travel connections, and Sydenham Station is genuinely walkable in 10 minutes, with direct services getting you to London Bridge in 15 minutes and Victoria in 25. The Overground connections open up East London beautifully - Shoreditch and Highbury & Islington are easily accessible, while the Canada Water interchange gives you the entire Jubilee Line network.

Local Life

The high street offers that mix of independent character and practical convenience that makes living here fantastic. Sugahill Coffee has become the local institution for weekend brunch, while Blue Mountain Caribbean brings authentic flavours to the neighbourhood. Beer Rebellion draws the craft beer crowd, and there's a proper community feel around the monthly Sydenham Market.

For everyday needs, Sainsbury's Local covers the basics, and there are plenty of other indie outlets for those who fancy the self-checkouts. Green space here is abundant, too. Mayow Park is around the corner, and Sydenham Wells Gardens offers more formal surroundings with its pond and playground. Crystal Palace Park is just 5 minutes by car when you want the full outdoor experience, and it’s incredible food market on a Sunday!

The Details

• Approx. 675ft²

• Share of freehold

• Lease: 199 years from 1987 (161 years remaining)

• Service charge: £83.33 per month

• Two bedrooms, one bathroom

• South-facing balcony

• Unrestricted parking nearby