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About
Full of character and warmth, this charming two-bedroom ground-floor flat offers approximately 543 sq. Ft.
Of beautifully arranged accommodation, complemented by an impressive 43ft sole-use rear garden.
To the front, the bright principal bedroom features original stripped wooden flooring, a Victorian-style column radiator and a large bay fitted with double-glazed windows, allowing natural light to pour into the room.
At the heart of the property is the characterful reception room, currently arranged as a dining room.
Original wooden floorboards and a striking cast-iron fireplace create a timeless feel, while doors open directly onto the private rear garden.
From here, there is access to the second double bedroom, currently used as a comfortable lounge, along with the fully fitted kitchen and bathroom positioned towards the rear.
Outside, the beautifully landscaped garden is a genuine highlight.
Extending to approximately 43ft, this wonderfully secluded space enjoys sunshine for much of the day and begins with a generous decked area, perfect for a morning coffee or summer entertaining.
Beyond, mature trees and established planting create a lush, leafy retreat, while a useful garden shed provides additional storage.
With a share of the freehold and the rare advantage of a sole-use garden rather than a shared space, the property also offers exciting potential to extend (STPP).
This could create an impressive open-plan living area of approximately 240 sq. Ft., complete with vaulted ceilings, skylights and bifold doors opening onto the garden.
Combining flexible accommodation, timeless period features and an exceptional private garden, this delightful home would make a fantastic purchase for first-time buyers.
The property is ideally positioned within easy reach of both Walthamstow Queen’s Road and St James Street stations.
Queen’s Road provides Suffragette line services between Gospel Oak and Barking Riverside, while St James Street offers regular Weaver line trains into London Liverpool Street.
Walthamstow Central is also accessible, providing fast Victoria line connections alongside further Weaver line services.
The famous Walthamstow Market and the shops, cafés and everyday amenities of the High Street are nearby, while the popular St James Street neighbourhood offers an appealing mix of independent places to eat and drink, including Crate at St James Street and Weirdough Bakery.
Walthamstow Leisure Centre is also close at hand, offering a gym, sports facilities and a varied programme of fitness classes.
For time outdoors, St James Park provides a convenient local green space, while the beautiful Walthamstow Wetlands offer a vast natural retreat with scenic walking and cycling routes, reservoirs and an abundance of wildlife.
Combining excellent transport connections, lively local amenities and wonderful green spaces, this is a superb location from which to enjoy everything Walthamstow has to offer.
Share of Freehold (992 Year Lease) Council Tax Band B EPC Rating tbc
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Properties like this can earn 2–3x BTL yields when converted to HMO, with retrofit costs around £10k/room. Sign in to see the full tier, yield projection, and cost breakdown.
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