South Norwood Hill, London, SE25

Newly Refurbished Two-Bedroom Flat

Two bedrooms | New kitchen & bathroom | High ceilings | Large communal garden | Excellent condition

A bright and airy two-bedroom flat on South Norwood Hill has been completely refurbished to a high standard. It's a well-proportioned space with stunning ceiling heights, and it's ready to move straight into with no onward chain.

The Layout

You enter into a hallway that gives access to all the main rooms. The reception room sits at the rear of the flat, and it's a good size – nearly 15 feet by 13 feet with high ceilings that add to the sense of space. Two large windows bring in plenty of natural light, and the room's proportions mean you can comfortably fit a sofa, dining table, and storage without it feeling cluttered.

The kitchen is brand new: white handleless units, integrated appliances including an oven and hob, and a sleek, minimal aesthetic. It's compact but well-designed, with enough counter space and storage to be properly functional.

Both bedrooms are doubles. The larger one at the front is a proper 13 by 10 feet with high ceilings and good natural light from the sash windows. The second bedroom is smaller but still a usable double at around 10 by 7 feet – it works well as a guest room or home office.

The bathroom's also been completely redone: new white suite with a bath and overhead shower, contemporary tiling, and clean modern fixtures throughout.

Storage & Condition

There's decent storage throughout the flat, including built-in cupboards in the hallway. The whole place has been freshly decorated in neutral tones with new flooring, so you're looking at a turnkey situation – just bring your furniture and you're done.

The Garden

The communal garden is a real asset. It's a large, mature space with established trees and lawn – the kind of garden that actually feels like a garden rather than a token outdoor area. It's shared between the flats in the building, but there's plenty of room for everyone, it also has a south eastern aspect, but due to it’s sheer size will also get the late afternoon/evening sun from the west, too.

The Practical Stuff

The flat's in excellent condition throughout – recent refurbishment means everything's new or nearly new. High ceilings give the space an airy, period feel despite the contemporary finishes.

Location

South Norwood Hill sits on the border of Crystal Palace, which puts you close to Crystal Palace Park – 200 acres of green space, sports facilities, and the iconic dinosaur sculptures. The area has a good community feel with independent shops, cafés, and pubs.

For transport, Norwood Junction station is about 15 minutes' walk and gets you to London Bridge in around 25 minutes, or Victoria in 20 minutes. Multiple bus routes run along South Norwood Hill connecting to Croydon, Brixton, and central London.

Crystal Palace itself is just up the road, with its triangle of bars and restaurants around the park. You're also well-positioned for Gipsy Hill and West Norwood, both of which have developed strong independent food and drink scenes in recent years.

Why It Works

This flat offers the increasingly rare combination of genuine period character (those high ceilings make a difference), completely updated interiors, and a proper communal garden. For buyers who want to avoid renovation projects but still get period features and outside space, it's a solid option. The location gives you green space, decent transport, and that slightly more affordable price point compared to much of SE London, without feeling disconnected from the action.