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Downsview Road, LONDON

London

£600,000

Listed on 28/10/2026

The listing

Property details

Bedrooms
3
Type
Bungalow
Area
1650 sqft

Features

  • Garage
  • Garden

Description

This three-bedroom bungalow in Upper Norwood has a generous layout with three double bedrooms, a living room, kitchen/diner, utility room, family bathroom and downstairs WC. The property is described as requiring full refurbishment, offering scope for a buyer to update the accommodation to suit their needs. Outside, the private garden includes a decked seating area and lawn, and the property has a garage. The listing notes potential for further landscaping or an extension, subject to planning and verification. Crystal Palace Overground, Streatham Rail and West Norwood Rail are cited as nearby transport links, with local green spaces also within reach.

WHOTS analysis

Our WHOTS verdict

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

80out of 100
Grade AStrong opportunity

Confidence: MEDIUM

This is a strong-value chance to acquire a three-bedroom bungalow in Upper Norwood Hill: the £600,000 asking price is about £364 per sq ft, 37% below the local average. The substantial garden, garage and usable layout give the project a solid starting point, while the dated interiors offer scope to modernise and make the home your own.

The work looks medium in scale, with kitchen updating, redecoration and attention to the garden among the visible improvements. Staining and plaster damage in several interior areas should be investigated and made good, and the retaining wall and weathered decking need assessment. The stated extension potential is subject to planning and has no confirmed feasibility.

Key opportunities

  • Modernise the dated kitchen and interior finishes to create a more contemporary home.
  • Improve the substantial garden, including the decked areas, while retaining its mature planting and lawn.
  • Make use of the three-bedroom layout, garage and peaceful residential setting as a strong foundation for a family home.

Key risks

  • Staining and plaster damage are visible in several interior areas; investigate the cause before making good.
  • The retaining wall is cracked and flaking and the decking is weathered, so both need repair assessment.

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Location

Downsview Road, LONDON
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Transport

Nearest stations

  • Gipsy Hill Rail Station

    0.9 miles

    Train · West Dulwich

  • Norbury Rail Station

    1.0 miles

    Train · Norbury

  • West Norwood Rail Station

    1.0 miles

    Train · West Norwood

  • Crystal Palace Rail Station

    1.2 miles

    Train · Crystal Palace

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Current average 2-year fixed rate is 4.45%

Current average variable rate is 6.60%

Monthly Repayments
£2,267
Based on a loan of £450,000 over 30 years at 4.45% interest

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