Summary - 401 London Road, Croydon, CR0 CR0 3PF
5 bed 2 bath Detached
Large plot with basement and strong transport links for refurbishment buyers.
Large detached house over four floors, circa 3,335 sq ft
A substantial five-bedroom detached house arranged over four floors, this 1930s-built property offers clear scope for refurbishment and rental or resale uplift. The basement has a private entrance, increasing letting flexibility, and the large private garden (including an unusual bomb shelter) adds outdoor appeal and scope for extension or landscaping.
Internals total approximately 3,335 sq ft across about 17 rooms, with period features, high ceilings in parts and a mix of Victorian and mid-century details. Several rooms show visible wear — wall cracks, ageing ceiling tiles, dated fittings and low-ceiling sections — so the property will suit buyers ready to invest in modernisation rather than those needing a turnkey home.
Practical positives include mains gas boiler and radiators, double glazing (installation date unknown) and excellent mobile signal. The location on London Road places shops, bus routes and Thornton Heath/West Croydon stations within easy reach, supporting strong tenant demand. Nearby schools include several rated Good and one Outstanding secondary.
Material considerations: the area records high crime and very high deprivation, which may affect rental yields and tenant profiles. The building appears to have solid brick walls with assumed no cavity insulation, so energy upgrades will be advisable. There are only two bathrooms for five bedrooms, and some structural/finish issues visible that should be surveyed before purchase.
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