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Old Oak Avenue, Chipstead, Coulsdon

South East

£965,000

Listed on 02/09/2026

The listing

Property details

Bedrooms
4
Type
House
Area
1509 sqft

Description

Nestled at the end of a tranquil cul-de-sac, this charming detached house exudes traditional character and warmth. With four spacious bedrooms, this well-maintained family home offers an inviting atmosphere, enhanced by features such as a natural brick fireplace and oak parquet flooring that flows through the reception areas. The kitchen boasts cream Shaker-style cabinets complemented by a quarry-tiled floor, making it both functional and stylish. The property includes two generous living rooms and a family bathroom, providing ample space for family living. Outside, the home benefits from an impressive 85-foot frontage with driveway parking and a garage. The rear garden is a delightful retreat, naturally secluded with a paved patio, lawns, and mature borders, perfect for outdoor enjoyment. While the house has been lovingly improved over the years, there remains potential for further enhancements or extensions, subject to planning consent. Conveniently located, this home offers easy access to transport links and local amenities. The M23/M25 intersection is just a short drive away, providing swift connections to Gatwick Airport in 20 minutes and Heathrow in 40 minutes. Chipstead Station is within walking distance, offering direct services to London Bridge and Victoria. The surrounding area boasts excellent schools and a variety of local shops, while the charming village atmosphere is enhanced by parks and sports clubs. This property truly represents an opportunity to invest in a desirable location with significant potential.

WHOTS analysis

Our WHOTS verdict

An internal assessment of the opportunity to acquire, improve and create value.

26out of 100
Grade ELow opportunity

Confidence: MEDIUM

This charming four-bedroom detached house, located at the end of a quiet close, exudes traditional character and warmth, featuring lovely elements such as a natural brick fireplace and oak parquet flooring. The well-maintained interior, complemented by a good-sized garden, offers a tranquil family setting while presenting potential for further enhancements or extensions, subject to planning consent. The kitchen features cream Shaker-style cabinets and a quarry-tiled floor, adding to the home's appeal.

However, the asking price of £965,000 translates to £639 per square foot, which is considerably above the local average of £479 per square foot, making it a dear opportunity in comparison to nearby properties. When factoring in the anticipated renovation costs, the all-in price of £1,025,000 positions this listing at a stretch against local benchmarks for similar homes. Therefore, while the property has many positives, prospective buyers should weigh the high price against the potential for value creation carefully.

Key opportunities

  • Good-sized garden providing outdoor space for family activities
  • Traditional character features that can be enhanced or preserved
  • Potential for extension, subject to planning consent, to increase living space

Key risks

  • Asking price plus renovation range results in all-in costs that are stretched versus local benchmarks for this floor area

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Old Oak Avenue, Chipstead, Coulsdon
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£3,646
Based on a loan of £723,750 over 30 years at 4.45% interest

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