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Farm Avenue, London, NW2

London

£2,000,000

Listed on 11/09/2026

The listing

Property details

Bedrooms
5
Type
House
Area
2669 sqft

Description

This substantial double-fronted detached family home is being offered to the market for the first time since the 1970s. Nestled on a highly sought-after residential road, the property boasts approximately 2,606 sq ft of well-proportioned accommodation spread over three floors. While the house requires modernisation, it presents a unique opportunity for buyers to transform it into an exceptional long-term family residence. There is considerable potential to extend and enhance the existing layout, subject to obtaining the necessary planning consents. The ground floor features a harmonious blend of formal and informal living spaces, including an impressive double-aspect reception room, a separate dining room, and a study. At the rear, a generous kitchen/breakfast room leads into a delightful conservatory, offering views and direct access to the expansive rear garden. Completing this level are a large utility room and a guest cloakroom. On the first floor, you will find a spacious principal bedroom suite with a private bathroom and dressing room, along with two additional well-proportioned bedrooms and a family bathroom. The second floor accommodates two more bedrooms, complemented by useful eaves storage. Externally, the property is equally impressive. The substantial carriage driveway at the front provides ample off-street parking, while the rear garden extends approximately 93 ft at its longest point and about 54 ft at its widest, creating an ideal setting for family life and outdoor entertaining. The combination of its detached position, double-fronted façade, generous proportions, extensive garden, and future potential makes this a rare opportunity to create a truly special family home.

WHOTS analysis

Our WHOTS verdict

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

36out of 100
Grade ELow opportunity

Confidence: MEDIUM

This spacious detached family home, available for the first time since the 1970s, presents an exciting opportunity for those looking to create a long-term residence in a desirable location. With approximately 2,669 sq ft of living space, the property boasts a generous garden and a double-fronted façade, making it stand out in the area. While the interiors show clear signs of wear and are in need of modernisation, including a dated kitchen and bathroom, these aspects can be transformed into a custom-designed home tailored to your taste.

However, the asking price of £2,000,000 translates to £749/sqf, which is significantly higher than the local average of £636/sqf. This places the overall costs, including the estimated renovation range of £80,000 to £150,000, at a stretched position compared to local benchmarks for similar properties. For potential buyers, this means the investment may not yield the desired financial return unless significant value is added through extensive renovations.

Key opportunities

  • Spacious garden providing great outdoor space for families and entertaining.
  • Generous living space across three floors with potential for extension, subject to planning.
  • Desirable location near top schools and parks, enhancing future value.

Key risks

  • Asking price combined with renovation costs places total investment above local market value.
  • Worth allowing for £2,115,000 once the asking price and an estimated £115,000 of refurbishment are combined, about 20% ahead of typical local benchmarks for this size, so margin after refurbishment is unproven.

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Current average variable rate is 6.60%

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£7,556
Based on a loan of £1,500,000 over 30 years at 4.45% interest

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