Summary - 17, Watermens Square, High Street SE20 7EL
2 bed 1 bath Terraced
Charming period home requiring full renovation and listing-consented upgrades.
Freehold Grade II listed terraced cottage, built c.1840
A rare Grade II listed terraced cottage in Penge, this two-double-bedroom freehold offers character, history and strong local connections. Built in the 1840s as part of Watermens Square, the property retains Gothic-inspired period features and high ceilings that give a sense of space despite an overall modest footprint of about 861 sq ft.
The house requires full renovation and modernisation throughout — cosmetic and structural upgrading will be needed, and the Grade II listing restricts the scope and method of works. Practical elements to note: secondary glazing is installed, heating is mains-gas boiler and radiators, and the EPC rating is D. The property is offered chain free, creating a quicker purchase path for someone ready to invest in restoration.
Externally there is a small garden and mature communal landscaping nearby, but the plot itself is limited in size. The location is very convenient: a short walk to Penge East and Penge West stations, strong primary and secondary school options close by, and a wide mix of local shops and amenities. Crime is average and mobile/broadband provision is good.
This home will suit a buyer who values period character and is prepared to navigate listed-building consent and refurbishment complexities to create a bespoke family home. It also offers potential long-term value uplift once sympathetically restored, but budget and timelines should allow for permitted works and unexpected repairs.
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