Foulden Road, London, N16

BRICKWORKS SAYS

Spanning the first floor of a Victorian house, the gorgeous interiors are filled with period details and thoughtful design touches. The standout element is the Crittal-style glass wall in the living and dining room, which cleverly delineates the two areas, but look closely, and there are many more: the overlap of tile and wood flooring in the kitchen, the various storage solutions, and the marble fireplace surround. It's a home that is rich in character and atmosphere.

The layout is simple and functional, as you would hope with a classic two-bedroom conversion. The open-plan living space is at the front, where a square bay window overlooks the street below. Down the corridor, the first bedroom has built-in storage on either side of the chimney breast and views of the garden. Down a short flight of steps, the bathroom fits the brief, with the second bedroom at the back of the house. Here, you discover the added perk of a sun-trap private terrace, which the owner has completely refurbished, with south-facing views of the communal garden below.

Foulden Road is in a quiet pocket, moments on foot from the hustle and bustle of Dalston and Stoke Newington. Not only is it walkable to a bounty of independent stores, pubs and eateries that line the nearby streets ––Stoke Newington High Street, Church Street & Dalston High Road–– but you are also close to the green spaces of Hackney Downs and Clissold Park. And when you need to get further afield, you can jump on the Overground from Rectory Road, Hackney Downs/Central or Dalston Junction/Kingsland stations, putting North and East London on your doorstep and the entire capital within easy reach.

THE OWNERS SAY

I immediately fell in love with the flat: the light and cosy atmosphere and the wonderful location. And I have never looked back.

Living here for the past six years has been a joy, especially when working from home. The South-facing terrace overlooking the shared garden is a haven of peace: having a coffee in the sun and listening to birds in the middle of bustling Stoke Newington is a rare treat. The location, in close proximity to two parks (Hackney Downs and Clissold Park), a farmers’ market next door on Saturdays (outside St Paul's Church) and dozens of great cafés and independent restaurants in Stoke Newington and Dalston, is unbeatable.

It will be sad to leave, but a great job opportunity outside of London means it is my time to pass it on to someone new.

POINTS TO CONSIDER

Energy Performance Certificate (EPC):
Current Energy Rating D Potential Energy Rating C

Council Tax:
The property falls into Band C (£1,831.38 in 2026/27) in the borough of Hackney.

Utilities:
Current monthly costs are approx:
Electricity & gas 80
Water £30
These figures change seasonally.

Tenure:
Share of Freehold

Service charge:
None. The owners manage the costs of repairs and maintenance among the three households as and when. For 2026, the total cost of the House Insurance is £1,069.39 (split between three owners). The other regular costs are the communal electricity bill (for lighting in the staircase) and a gardener for maintenance of the shared garden (approx. twice a year).

Ground rent:
None.

Neighbours:
In the building, there are 3 flats in total.

Recent work:
Notable changes include a new back door leading to the terrace, which was changed in August 2020 to a high-specification, PVCu, insulated, double-glazed door. In 2022, the terrace’s waterproof mineral cap sheet and wood decking were replaced.

All rear windows of the flat were changed in Spring 2022. The sash windows are high-spec double-glazed Heritage PVCu windows, Victorian style, that can be tilted to be cleaned from the inside (a big plus with sash windows when living on the upper floor!). In Spring 2022, the current owner installed new radiators in the bedrooms, and a new ventilation system that complies with safety regulations was fitted in the bathroom in November 2020.

In winter 2025/26, thermal insulation wallpaper (Wallrock) was installed in the rear bedroom to augment the energy-efficiency of the rear part of the flat.

Getting around:
With five stations within walking distance –– Rectory Road, Hackney Central/Downs & Dalston Kingsland/Junction –– you have various options to connect with the Overground network. There are also a number of bus routes running from the end of the road, heading into central London via Shoreditch and the City.

Onward plans:
The owner is moving outside London as they now have a job in another city, and is committed to the move.

Anything else:
You are a stone's throw from one of the best farmers' markets in London. ‘Growing Communities’ at St Paul’s Church runs every Saturday.

THE LEGAL BIT

While we strive to create true-to-life photographs, floor plans and descriptions, our marketing material is only a guide. Purchasers should always visit in person, ask relevant questions and triple-check details. Brickworks takes our duty of care incredibly seriously and takes all reasonable steps to ensure all presented information is correct. However, we sometimes rely on the accuracy of the information provided to us by the seller and others. Also, please note that we often round up/down total floor plan measurements and/or use approximate distances.

Roof Terrace

3.07m x 1.98m

A roof terrace that's accessible via one of the bedrooms.

Communal Garden

A shared garden to the rear of the property, accessible via an exterior side gate.