Fleeming Road, Walthamstow, London, E17

Set on a sought-after street lined with handsome Victorian homes, this beautifully renovated ground-floor maisonette couples period character with a refreshed, modern design. Inside, you’ll find two double bedrooms, a light-filled living room, a stylish kitchen, and a luxurious bathroom. A rear garden offers plenty of potential for relaxing and entertaining, with Lloyd Park and its weekly food market just a few minutes’ walk away. Surrounded by a thriving community atmosphere, it is also within easy reach of Walthamstow Central.

Arriving at the period house in which the flat is set, you’re greeted by a classic London stock brick façade, with contrasting brick lintels framing the windows and a smart arched entrance. A neat tiled front patio with a gravelled section sets the house back from the street, leading to a blue front door recessed within the brickwork.

STEP INSIDE

Beyond, the bright hallway stretches the length of the flat and enhances the sense of space. Light filters through the glazed panels and transom above the front door, which opens onto a fitted doormat that meets the engineered wood flooring. The walls are painted in a light, neutral tone, softly illuminated by pendant lights with coordinating shades. Cleverly tucked beneath the staircase, a breakfast bar/workspace makes the most of the footprint – a stylish and practical touch.

Just off the hallway, the living room makes an immediate impression with its tall walls and high picture rail, which emphasise its generous proportions. A broad southwest-facing casement window overlooks the gravelled front patio, filling the space with warm afternoon light. The earthy neutral tones, carried through from the rest of the flat, combine with the wooden flooring for a calm and cohesive feel.

A cast-iron period fireplace with a tiled hearth is a charming focal point that anchors the room. There’s space here for both dining and lounging, with alcoves offering further storage potential, while a central pendant light has a shade to match the hallway.

Set just behind the living room, the second bedroom is a good-sized double that looks towards the garden through a tall rear window, filling the space with gentle natural light. A soft cream carpet underfoot adds comfort and warmth, complemented by a central pendant. Echoing the living room, a feature period fireplace brings a sense of continuity to this restful bedroom or home office.

Continue along to the spot-lit kitchen, which is arranged in a wide galley layout, with access to the garden through a modern glazed door. The wood flooring continues seamlessly from the hallway, while taupe matt cabinets harmonise with the neutral palette and are finished with sleek black handles and matching tapware for a refined touch. A white worktop stone pairs with a glossy green metro-tiled splashback, adding a subtle pop of colour and contrast.

Integrated appliances include a Bosch microwave and oven, a gas hob and stainless-steel extractor. The design is completed with a concealed fridge-freezer, dishwasher and washing machine, creating an uncluttered look.

Just beyond the kitchen, the bathroom combines contemporary styling with subtle period-inspired touches. Glossy metro tiles, laid vertically for a fresh twist, form an elegant splashback, while the tiled floor and neutral walls create a cohesive backdrop. A wall-hung toilet with a chrome flush plate and a wall-hung square basin, set on a chunky wooden counter with traditional-style mounted taps, sits alongside a deep bath and recessed shower enclosure. The space is finished with a traditional-look chrome heated towel rail, a frosted side window for natural light, and ceiling spots.

The primary bedroom occupies the rear of the flat, creating a spacious and serene retreat. Fitted with a soft cream carpet, it feels warm and inviting underfoot and features a pair of awning windows that frame views over the garden. A central pendant provides overhead illumination, supported by conveniently placed sockets for bedside lighting.

OUTDOORS

The garden is an excellent length for a flat, extending approximately 50-feet. Accessed via a side door from the kitchen, a path leads into the garden, with the left-hand side belonging to the flat. A wooden shed sits on a patio at the end of the garden.

GETTING AROUND

Walthamstow thrives on connectivity courtesy of Walthamstow Central, the bustling interchange served by both the Victoria line and London Overground. You can reach Oxford Circus in around 21 minutes, King’s Cross in about 25, and Liverpool Street in 18 minutes. Buses, including the high-frequency SL2 Superloop, complement rail links with seamless local connections around London. For cyclists, Waltham Forest’s ‘Mini Holland’ programme has introduced extensive cycle lanes, quietways to Bloomsbury, and routes along the River Lea towpath – a boon for two-wheeled commuters.

 IN THE NEIGHBOURHOOD

Walthamstow is a creative mash up of East End grit and urbane revival that’s been crowned London’s best place to live in 2025 by The Times. Its vibrant high street is home to one of Europe’s longest outdoor markets, spanning roughly a kilometre of stalls selling everything from fresh crafts to fabric and world foods.

Amid this cultural kaleidoscope, the Walthamstow Village Conservation Area offers a contrasting calm, filled with independent cafés, boutiques, artisan breweries, and popular eateries like Eat17 deli and Pillars Taproom.

Enjoy great coffee and pastries at Hucks Coffee on Grove Rd, fish and chips from Orford’s, and wine from Gnarly Vines on Hoe Street. You’re spoilt for choice for pubs, too, with both The Queens Arms and The Castle for Sunday roasts. Just down the road, you’ll discover some excellent waterside pubs, including Pretty Decent Company Brewery & Taproom, Signature Brew, Exale Taproom and Big Penny Social for music, drinks, and a buzzing atmosphere.

The borough pulses with cultural life, from the William Morris Gallery to creative projects like the Soho Theatre (in the former Granada cinema) and vivid installations at God’s Own Junkyard. For outdoor enthusiasts, sprawling green havens such as Lloyd Park (with its own food market), Walthamstow Wetlands, and the fringes of Epping Forest provide idyllic retreats. Beyond this, a strong community vibe echoes through street-level activism, diverse cultural events, and clubs.

SCHOOLS

Education in Walthamstow is a strong draw for families. The area has several ‘Good’ and ‘Outstanding’-rated primary schools, including The Winns, Woodside, and St Mary’s CofE. For secondary education, Walthamstow School for Girls and Eden Girls’ School both hold ‘Outstanding’ Ofsted ratings, along with Waltham Forest College and Big Creative Academy, which provides sixth-form courses focused on the arts and media. For independent education, Forest School offers co-educational provision from the age of four through to 18.