Chain-free two-bed family home with garden and driveway, close to Elmstead Woods station..
0.7 miles to Elmstead Woods station and 1.1 miles to Mottingham station
Chain free; ready for buyer-led modernisation and possible extension
Decent rear garden, side access and off-street driveway
Two bedrooms, one bathroom plus separate WC; 733 sq ft total
Double glazing installed before 2002 — may need replacing
Mains gas boiler and radiators present; standard mid-century construction
Area shows signs of local deprivation; neighbourhood classed as hampered
Fast broadband and excellent mobile signal; council tax affordable
This mid-20th-century end-of-terrace house offers practical family living within easy reach of Elmstead Woods and Mottingham stations, making commutes straightforward. The ground floor provides a comfortable lounge and a compact, functional kitchen, while two upstairs bedrooms suit a small family, home office or nursery. Outside there’s a decent rear garden, side access and an off-street driveway — useful extras in SE9.
The property is offered chain free and presents clear scope to modernise and extend subject to permissions, so it will suit buyers looking to add value or personalise a home. At around 733 sq ft, the layout is traditionally arranged and straightforward to adapt; the boiler and mains gas central heating are in place and the house has double glazing installed before 2002.
Be candid about the practicalities: the house will benefit from updating (kitchen, bathroom and cosmetic refresh) and the glazing is older. The area is classified as hampered and shows local deprivation indicators, though schools nearby are generally rated Good and transport links are a strong positive. Broadband and mobile signals are good, and council tax is affordable — helpful for family budgets.
Overall this is a compact, sensible family home with renovation potential and useful outside space. It will appeal to first-time buyer families and buyers seeking a manageable project in a commuter-friendly location.