Summary - 5 RIDDLESDOWN ROAD PURLEY CR8 1DG
3 bed 1 bath Terraced
Period charm with commuter convenience and scope to modernise.
Chain free period terrace with three bedrooms
High ceilings, bay window and original fireplace feature
Two reception rooms plus fitted kitchen and ground-floor bathroom
Small rear garden and small forecourt — low-maintenance outdoor space
Solid brick walls (circa 1900–1929), likely no cavity insulation
Single bathroom only; some rooms and fittings need updating
Medium local flood risk — buyer should seek survey advice
Excellent transport links; under 30 minutes to central London
This mid-terrace Victorian house on Riddlesdown Road offers comfortable, well-proportioned living across two storeys — ideal for a growing family or buyers wanting period character near good transport links. The property features three bedrooms, two reception rooms, a fitted kitchen and a family bathroom, with a shower cubicle in the master bedroom. High ceilings and a bay-fronted lounge with a fireplace add charm and original detail.
The plot is modest with a small forecourt and a modest rear garden that is easy to maintain and suitable for outdoor dining or children's play. Walking distance to Purley and Purley Oaks stations, the house gives practical commuter access to central London (under 30 minutes), plus nearby primary and secondary schools rated Good and independent options close by.
The house is offered chain free and presents clear potential to modernise and increase value — reconfiguring the kitchen/living space or updating finishes would deliver immediate uplift. Note the property has solid brick walls likely without cavity insulation and was constructed in the early 20th century, so buyers should budget for energy-efficiency improvements and general modernisation.
Material considerations: there is a single family bathroom, a small overall plot and a medium flooding risk flagged for the area. Broadband and mobile signals are strong, council tax is moderate and the neighbourhood is an established urban mix popular with tech workers.
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