Summary - 3A DALE ROAD, PURLEY CR8 2ED
5 bed 1 bath Semi-Detached
Large five‑bed family home with period character, chain free and close to Purley station..
Five double bedrooms across three floors, circa 1,951 sq ft of accommodation
Short walk to Purley town centre and mainline station (fast London links)
Large mature garden and off-street parking for two cars
Chain free; 4.35kW solar panels installed January 2024
Needs modernisation throughout; scope to reconfigure and update
Only one main bathroom plus separate W/C; may be tight for large families
Solid brick walls likely without modern insulation; older double glazing
Medium flood risk and area records very high crime levels
This substantial Edwardian semi-detached house offers generous family living across three floors with five double bedrooms and circa 1,951 sq ft of flexible space. Located a short walk from Purley town centre and mainline station, it’s an ideal spot for commuters who want quick rail links to central London and Gatwick. The property is chain free, has off-street parking for two cars and a large mature garden — strong practical assets for family life.
The house retains period character and high ceilings throughout, and benefits from a recently installed 4.35kW solar panel system (Jan 2024) which helps reduce running costs. Accommodation includes two reception rooms, a kitchen/breakfast room, cellar storage, family shower room and separate W/C, plus substantial eaves storage on the top floor. The layout and size give scope to reconfigure and modernise to create an updated, bespoke family home.
Important practical points: the property is offered in need of modernisation. The home currently has a single main bathroom, older double glazing (pre-2002) and solid brick walls likely without modern cavity insulation, which will affect heating efficiency despite the solar panels. EPC rating D and an expensive council tax band should be factored into running costs. There is a medium flood risk and the area records very high crime levels; these are material considerations for buyers.
For families seeking space, period detail and transport convenience, this property is a strong project with clear upside from refurbishment and insulation improvements. It will particularly suit buyers prepared to invest in modernisation to unlock long-term comfort and value in a well-connected Purley location.
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