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East Road, Kingston Upon Thames

London

£900,000

Listed on 11/09/2026

The listing

Property details

Bedrooms
3
Type
Detached
Area
1083 sqft

Description

Gibson Lane is pleased to present this charming Victorian detached family home featuring three bedrooms, situated on East Road in the desirable North Kingston area. This property is in need of modernisation throughout, offering a fantastic opportunity for renovation and personalisation. The ground floor boasts an open-plan living space that is ideal for family life, including a spacious double reception room with a feature fireplace and a beautiful bay window, as well as a kitchen and an additional garden room. The first floor highlights the generous space available, comprising two double bedrooms equipped with fitted wardrobes, a smaller single bedroom, and a family-sized bathroom. Additional benefits of this property include off-street parking for one vehicle and a low-maintenance south-facing paved garden with side access. There is also potential for extension, subject to necessary planning consent. Offered with no onward chain, viewings are highly recommended to fully appreciate the potential this wonderful home has to offer. Located conveniently between Richmond Park and the River Thames, this property is just moments away from Kingston station, providing direct access into Waterloo. The A3, which connects London to the M25, is easily accessible by car. Kingston town centre, with its diverse array of shops, restaurants, and bars, is a short distance away. The area is known for its excellent schooling options in both the private and state sectors, as well as a wide range of leisure facilities including golf courses, tennis clubs, sailing, riding schools, and health clubs.

WHOTS analysis

Our WHOTS verdict

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38out of 100
Grade ELow opportunity

Confidence: MEDIUM

This charming Victorian detached house in North Kingston presents a solid renovation project for the right buyer. While the asking price of £900,000 translates to £831/sqf, which is notably above the local average of £701/sqf, the home offers significant potential for enhancement. The living spaces are spacious but in need of modern decor, and the kitchen and bathroom show signs of wear and dated fittings that could be updated to increase value.

Despite the high entry price relative to local benchmarks, the opportunity to modernise throughout and the potential for extension (subject to planning) make this a worthwhile consideration. The off-street parking and low-maintenance garden are additional perks, enhancing the property's appeal. However, the all-in costs, estimated at around £960,000, stretch beyond local averages for similar homes, which raises concerns about the economic viability of the project. Buyers should assess the financial implications carefully before proceeding.

Key opportunities

  • Spacious living areas with potential for modernisation
  • Charming Victorian features to enhance
  • Opportunity for extension (subject to planning)

Key risks

  • All-in costs are stretched relative to local benchmarks, raising economic concerns

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East Road, Kingston Upon Thames
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Current average variable rate is 6.60%

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£3,400
Based on a loan of £675,000 over 30 years at 4.45% interest

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