Spacious period home with strong renovation potential near New Cross Gate and Brockley stations.
Victorian mid-terrace freehold, circa 1,092 sq ft
Between New Cross Gate and Brockley stations; excellent transport links
Flexible two-storey layout with five main rooms
Single bathroom plus separate WC; only one bath/shower room
Needs renovation throughout; budget for modernisation and rewiring
Overgrown rear garden; small plot, scope for landscaping
Likely uninsulated solid brick walls; energy-efficiency upgrades needed
Area shows deprivation and average crime; neighbourhood community vibe
This Victorian mid-terrace freehold on Malpas Road is a solid, well-located family home with clear potential for improvement. At about 1,092 sq ft over two storeys it offers flexible living: a bright reception, ground-floor double bedroom, dining area and kitchen, plus two double bedrooms upstairs, bathroom, separate WC and a utility room. The property suits buyers wanting to reconfigure or extend subject to permissions.
The location is a major selling point: between New Cross Gate and Brockley stations with fast transport links by London Overground and National Rail. Local amenities, green spaces, markets and several well-regarded primary and secondary schools are within easy reach, helping both families and first-time buyers. Broadband and mobile signal are strong.
Important practical points are spelled out: the house needs renovation, the rear garden is overgrown and the walls are likely uninsulated as built. There is only one bathroom and a separate WC, and the property dates from the 1930s–1940s so buyers should budget for modernisation, potential rewiring, and energy-efficiency improvements. Council tax is moderate and there is no flood risk.
For buyers seeking value-add in an inner-city setting, this home provides a straightforward renovation project with scope to reconfigure living spaces and add value. Investors and hands-on owner-occupiers will appreciate the combination of size, location and clear improvement opportunities.