Summary - ST. JOHNS COTTAGES 10 MAPLE ROAD LONDON SE20 8HX
2 bed 1 bath Terraced
Characterful two-bedroom home with private sunny courtyard and strong transport links.
Characterful two-bedroom period cottage dating from 1863
Newly installed boiler reduces immediate heating concerns
Private southerly L-shaped courtyard garden, small plot
Freehold mid-terrace, 811 sq ft, average overall size
Solid brick walls likely without insulation; EPC D
Single bathroom only; limited internal storage space
Close to Penge East/West, Kent House stations and Crystal Palace
Area shows higher deprivation but good nearby schools and fast broadband
A charming two-bedroom period cottage tucked into a peaceful almshouse enclave, ideal for a first-time buyer seeking character and community. High ceilings, original fireplace and stripped wood floors give the living room warmth and genuine period appeal, while the kitchen and bathroom are functional with contemporary fittings. A newly installed boiler reduces immediate heating concerns.
Outside, an L-shaped courtyard garden with a southerly aspect and mature planting offers private outdoor space for summer evenings and container gardening. The property is freehold and conveniently placed for Penge East, Penge West and Kent House stations, plus local shops, cafés and Crystal Palace Park — good for commuting and local leisure.
Practical considerations: the house dates from 1863 and has solid brick walls with no known cavity insulation, an EPC rating of D, and only one bathroom. The plot is small and interior space is average (811 sq ft), so storage and expansion options are limited without loft or rear extension work. The area has average crime levels and higher local deprivation indicators, balanced by good nearby schools and fast broadband.
This mid-terrace cottage suits a buyer who values period character and location over large gardens or modern open-plan living. It offers a comfortable, well-located home now, with scope to improve energy performance and reconfigure spaces to add long-term value.
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