Kitley Gardens III, London SE19

This immaculate two-bedroom maisonette forms part of Kitley Gardens, a fine mid-century estate between South Norwood and Crystal Palace. Illuminated by ribbons of glazing that capture leafy views of the woodland beyond, its interiors have been thoughtfully renovated by its current owners. A tranquil garden extends toward the rear of the house, and the delights of Crystal Palace are within easy walking distance.



The Tour



The maisonette sits on the edge of Kitley Gardens, an estate defined architecturally by its expansive glazing and clean lines of timber panelling and brickwork. A smart sage-green front door opens to reveal a bright entrance hall, leading to a light-filled sitting and dining room.



Here, full-height glazing stretches across the exterior wall, framing views of the garden and trees beyond. Engineered iroko boards run underfoot, and bespoke radiator covers have been fitted here and throughout the maisonette. Details have been carefully considered, right down to brushed steel faceplates and door handles.



In the kitchen, pistachio-green tiling runs the length of one wall. Smart units provide ample storage space, and a large window looks out toward the front of the building. Cork flooring has been installed underfoot, and appliances include Samsung, Bosch, and John Lewis.



Two generously sized double bedrooms occupy the first floor, with an additional desk space created on the landing.



The rear bedroom is washed in a sage-green hue. A ribbon of glazing stretches across the wall, capturing canopied views of the treetops beyond. On the opposite wall, floor-to-ceiling fitted storage provides plenty of storage space. Farrow & Ball's 'Pegnoir' paint has been applied in the front bedroom, which also has built-in bookshelves.



The plan is completed by a shared bathroom with white metro-tiled walls and underfloor heating. It has a bathtub with an overhead shower, and there is a separate WC.



Outdoor Space



A tranquil garden is tucked at the rear of the maisonette, accessed via a glazed door in the sitting room. Tall fencing on two sides creates a sense of privacy and remove, while at the bottom of the garden, a neat white picket fence divides it from the expanse of woodland beyond.



Borders are planted with hydrangeas and shrubbery, and a porcelain tile patio near the maisonette provides opportunities for outdoor dining.



The Area



Kitley Gardens sits just a few minutes’ walk from South Norwood Lake and Grounds, an expansive green space with a children’s playground, community orchard and bowling club. Crystal Palace is a 15-minute walk away, known for its award-winning restaurants and bars, thriving independent boutiques, and an Everyman cinema occupying a carefully restored Art Deco building.



Favourite cafes and restaurants include Brown & Green, Four Boroughs, Palazzo, The Alma, and the beloved Yard Sale Pizza. Crystal Palace Park is also close by, offering many opportunities for outdoor activities, with a boating lake, a skatepark, and a city farm. It is also home to an award-winning farmers’ market, open every Sunday with a variety of stalls selling seasonal produce and tasty street food.



There are plenty of state and private, primary and secondary schools within easy reach of the house. For primary education, Cypress Primary and Rockmount Primary are well regarded.



Crystal Palace rail station is a 17-minute walk away, offering direct services to London Bridge and Victoria stations. It also serves the Windrush line, which runs to Dalston and Highbury and Islington via Shoreditch High Street and Whitechapel. There is easy access by car to the M2, connecting to the main Kentish coastal towns.



Tenure: Leasehold / Lease Length: Approx. 960 years remaining / Service charge: Approx. £3,960 per annum / Ground rent: Approx. £15 per annum / Council Tax Band: C