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Wigram Road, Wanstead

PROPERTY TYPE

House

BEDROOMS

4

BATHROOMS

1

SIZE

1,745 sq ft

162 sq m

TENURE
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Freehold

Key features

  • Substantial Edwardian house
  • Semi detached
  • Four double bedrooms
  • Extension potential
  • 0.3 miles to Wanstead Underground Station

Description

Rarely available, Petty Son & Prestwich are delighted to offer for sale this imposing four double bedroom Edwardian residence, a home rich in original character and brimming with exceptional potential.

Perfectly positioned for commuters and families alike, this handsome property is situated just 0.3 miles from Wanstead Station and the vibrant High Street, whilst also being within easy reach of Wanstead High School, which currently benefits from a well-equipped public gym and is soon to welcome a new community swimming pool.

Nestled within a family-friendly cul-de-sac, the home enjoys an enviable position amongst an elegant row of elevated Edwardian houses. From the moment you arrive, its commanding façade makes a lasting impression. The magnificent square bay windows, beautifully preserved original stained-glass entrance porch and striking architectural detailing immediately showcase the timeless charm and grandeur synonymous with the Edwardian era.

Stepping inside, it is impossible not to appreciate the scale, elegance and wealth of original features that define this wonderful home. Although requiring modernisation, the generous proportions, soaring ceilings and abundance of period character provide the perfect canvas for creating a truly outstanding family residence.

The spacious entrance hall sets the tone, featuring an impressive carved balustrade that creates a magnificent first impression. To the front, the elegant living room is filled with natural light from the large square bay window, framed by a graceful curved archway. Original exposed floorboards, intricate ornate cornicing and fireplace combine to create a room of exceptional character and warmth.

The ground floor continues with a generously sized dining room, complete with original patio doors opening into the conservatory, alongside a breakfast room, kitchen and traditional pantry. Subject to the necessary planning permissions, the rear of the property offers exciting scope to redesign, extend or rebuild, creating a spectacular open-plan kitchen, dining and family space tailored to modern living whilst complementing the home's historic character. Upstairs, a spacious landing leads to four double bedrooms, each retaining their own unique period charm.

Outside, the rear garden can offer excellent-sized outdoor space with plenty of room for entertaining, gardening or simply enjoying the summer months. Practical side access provides convenient storage for bicycles, garden equipment and outdoor furniture.

Homes of this calibre, offering such a wonderful combination of character, generous proportions and future potential, are increasingly rare. Requiring refurbishment yet offering the opportunity to create a truly exceptional forever home in one of Wanstead's most desirable locations, this impressive Edwardian property is offered to the market chain free.

EPC Rating: TBC
Council Tax Band: E
An Anti-Money Laundering fee will be applicable to all purchasers at a cost of £18.00 + VAT per person.

Reception Room - 18'4" x 15'10" -

Dining Room - 17'2" x 12' -

Kitchen - 9'2" x 7'2" -

Bedroom - 15'11" x 14'10" -

Bedroom - 11'5" x 12'10" -

Bedroom - 11'5" x 11' -

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Band: E
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GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
Yes
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Affordability

Monthly repayments£5,767
Property: £ 1,150,000
Deposit: £ 115,000
Interest rate: 5.33%
Term: 30 years
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Renovation potential
Recently sold & under offer
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About Petty Son & Prestwich Ltd, London

11 Woodbine Place, London, E11 2RH
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For well over a century Petty Son and Prestwich has had a long and successful history in Wanstead and the surrounding area. The firm was founded in Leytonstone in 1908 by C. Petty, a locally renowned builder, under the style of Petty & Son. The company was then run by his son Charles, a chartered surveyor.

Petty and Son quickly grew in both size and reputation and was soon to become Petty Son & Prestwich when Harry Prestwich entered the partnership, offering services in surveying, estate agency and auctioneering. The Wanstead Office was opened in 1912.

Our continued success stems from reputation and recommendation and through this, and good old fashioned hard work, tailor-made services to all our clients, both new and established.

Our valued team offer the independent and reliable advice that has been our hallmark in Wanstead for so many decades past.

Our current team, who between them boast a combined experience of more than 150 years, offer a wide-range of competitive services that include sales, lettings, property management, financial services, refurbishment and development.

We are proud to maintain an expansive and thorough knowledge of the market and are able to offer our bespoke service from the exciting, emerging London areas of Forest Gate, Leytonstone and the ever-popular Wanstead, through to the heart of Epping Forest to such areas as stylish Loughton and the picturesque Theydon Bois.

We firmly believe that with our expertise and passion combined with the old-fashioned values of reliability, trustworthiness and commitment, we can continue to deliver to our clients across east London and west Essex an unparalleled service into the next century!

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