Church Road, London, SE19

Occupying part of the ground floor at the rear of a handsome period building on Church Road, this very pretty one-bedroom flat has been thoughtfully put together, with a fresh, well-finished interior and a layout that makes excellent use of its space. Offered to the market with a long lease of 105 years.

The interior of the flat is very impressive, and really does offer a turnkey opportunity for a first-time buyer who can comfortably move in without having to lift a finger! The reception room is a particularly lovely space, with a broad bay window, good proportions and a warm, considered feel. It has been styled with a sharp eye, with simple finishes and plenty of room to relax, work, read or entertain without the space feeling compromised.

The kitchen is beautifully finished, with clean white cabinetry, vertical metro tiles, pale worktops, integrated cooking appliances and warm timber flooring. It is a calm, practical space, with a useful separate utility area just off the hall — a rare bonus in a one-bedroom flat and ideal for keeping the everyday clutter out of sight.

The bedroom is a generous double, softly decorated and cleverly arranged with great wardrobe space. The bathroom has also been newly redone and gives the flat a bit of personality, with soft pink tiling, black fittings, a rain shower over a shower-bath and a clean contemporary finish.

Location-wise, the flat is ideally located within close proximity to the vibrant Crystal Palace Triangle, offering an array of trendy cafes, great coffee shops, commendable restaurants, boutiques, galleries, and vintage furniture shops. At the opposite end of Church Road, there is also an Everyman Cinema and a yoga school.

There’s a strong local community based around the triangle and a distinctly arty & creative vibe, which is reflected in the local businesses; most are independent, which locals are rightfully proud of. An example of this is the food market just down Haynes Lane, which operates on Saturdays and offers the best fresh produce, including cheese, bread, meats and vegetarian options; it is well worth the short stroll on a Saturday morning!

Crystal Palace is, of course, renowned for its leafy streets and green spaces, including the stunning Crystal Palace Park, which provides an idyllic setting for outdoor activities and leisurely strolls. It spans 200 acres, which will help you while away the weekends and offers plenty of space to exercise, not to mention the renowned Grade II listed Crystal Palace Dinosaurs, which date back to the 1850s. Westow Park is just down the road, as is Stambourne Woods, a hidden gem of natural tranquillity, so that’s over 210 acres of outdoor space to enjoy on your doorstep!

The flat has excellent transport links, including Crystal Palace Overground station & also Gipsy Hill station, which are both 0.9 mi away or approx. 18 min walk according to Google Maps, making the commute into central London easy; there are direct links to London Bridge, Victoria, Shoreditch and beyond. Nearby is also the SL6 express bus, which runs non-stop from West Norwood to Waterloo and terminates in Russell Square, providing another easy option into central London. It’s also easy to access Norwood Junction, where you can get into London Bridge in 12 mins!

For those wanting to venture further afield, access to Dulwich, Brixton & Clapham is easy from Crystal Palace, offering more options for restaurants and nights out.