Brixton is a melting pot of culture, cuisine and creativity. An explosion of inventive, new restaurants, pop-ups, fashion stores and art galleries sit alongside the many great pubs, music venues and nightclubs that have been around for years. Transport links are excellent, with London Underground (Victoria Line) trains reaching central London in 12 minutes. If you’re craving green space, Brockwell Park and its famed Art Deco lido are close by. Brixton brings together all the best things about London and is one of the most vibrant and diverse places to live south of the river.
Brixton area guide
Saltoun Road, SW2
Features
- One double bedroom plus additional room
- Private south-facing garden
- Victorian conversion
- Over 800 square feet
- Heat pump and underfloor heating
- Bright, airy and beautifully presented
- Sought-after location, moments from Brixton Village
- Short walk to Brixton tube station and Brockwell Park
- Share of freehold. Chain-free
Property details
Keating Estates are delighted to present this beautifully appointed and impressively spacious one double bedroom garden flat, complete with a versatile study and extending to nearly 800 square feet, further benefitting from a private cellar for additional storage. Set within an elegant Victorian conversion on Saltoun Road, a quiet yet highly sought-after residential street just moments from the vibrant heart of Brixton.
This impressive home has been thoughtfully extended and upgraded by the current owners, resulting in a stylish and highly functional living space that seamlessly blends period charm with contemporary design. Every room has been redecorated within the past two years, creating a fresh and cohesive finish throughout.
To the front of the property, a generous double bedroom provides a bright and airy retreat, complete with high ceilings, a feature fireplace and a large bay window that floods the room with natural light. The current owners have chosen to utilise this room as a reception space, highlighting the flexibility of the layout, though it remains a well-proportioned and comfortable principal bedroom.
A wide and well-designed hallway connects the rooms, offering excellent storage options, including built-in cupboards and cleverly utilised overhead space, in addition to the private cellar which provides further practical storage.
To the rear, the property opens into a stunning open plan reception and kitchen, forming the true heart of the home. Recently installed, the kitchen is sleek and modern, with generous worktop space, ample cabinetry and integrated appliances. The space is beautifully arranged to accommodate both dining and relaxed seating, ideal for entertaining or day-to-day living. Large skylights overhead and wide bi-folding doors create a bright and airy environment, while underfloor heating adds a touch of everyday luxury.
The bi-folding doors open directly onto a beautifully landscaped south-facing garden, a true highlight of the property. Designed with both style and ease of maintenance in mind, the garden features newly laid tiling, raised planters and established greenery, offering a private and tranquil outdoor retreat. With sun throughout the day, it is perfectly suited for al fresco dining or relaxing in the warmer months.
A spacious Jack and Jill bathroom, serves both the study and the main hallway. Finished to a high standard, the bathroom features a contemporary suite with a bath and overhead shower, combining practicality with comfort. A large skylight above draws in natural light, enhancing the sense of space and calm.
The versatile study, currently used by the vendors as their primary sleeping space, offers excellent flexibility and could equally serve as a home office, guest room, dressing room or additional living area depending on individual needs. The Jack and Jill layout of the bathroom further enhances the usability of this space.
Further benefits include a modern heat pump system and hot water tank, helping to improve energy efficiency and reduce running costs. The rear extension has also been soundproofed, adding to the comfort and tranquillity of the home. Residents’ on-street parking permits are available for those requiring a vehicle.
Saltoun Road is a quiet, tree-lined street just off Windrush Square in the centre of Brixton's cultural hub, just around the corner from The Ritzy and POP Brixton. The wonders of trendy Brixton Village are minutes away, where purchasers can enjoy a wide array of international cuisine. A wealth of other independent cafés, restaurants, bars and shops are on the doorstep, making this a prime location for those looking to enjoy all that Brixton has to offer.
The start of the Victoria Line at Brixton Underground station is a five-minute walk away, making commuting a breeze, with the added benefit of 24-hour weekend services and an easy interchange to the Northern Line just one stop away. The green open spaces of Brockwell Park are also within a ten-minute stroll in the opposite direction, along with its iconic 1930s Lido and excellent sports facilities. Herne Hill, with its village charm, farmers’ market, eclectic shops and pubs, and Thameslink services, is just beyond the park. Clapham, Stockwell and Loughborough Junction are also within walking distance, and frequent day and night bus routes are available moments from your door.
Share of freehold.
Chain-free.
EPC rating: D (66)
Brixton
0.2 mi / 6 mins walk
Route & infoVictoria Line services every three mins (approx) to Finsbury Park and Walthamstow Central.
Brixton
0.3 mi / 6 mins walk
Route & info4 trains direct to Victoria per hour and 4 to Orpington via Herne Hill
Loughborough Junction
0.7 mi / 16 mins walk
Route & infoTrains north to Blackfriars (8 mins), Farrindon (15 mins) and Kings Cross/St Pancras (18 mins) and beyond up to north west London every 10 mins at rush hour.
Herne Hill
0.8 mi / 17 mins walk
Route & infoZONE 2. First Capital Connect services to Victoria, Blackfriars and Wimbledon.
Stockwell
1.1 mi / 23 mins walk
Route & infoZONE 2, Northern Line and Victoria Line underground station with trains north via Bank or Charing Cross every five minutes on the Morden to Barnet/Edgeware, Northern Line (approx) and Via Victoria on the Brixton to Walhamstow Central, Victoria Line.
Clapham North
1.1 mi / 24 mins walk
Route & infoZONE 2, Northern Line underground station with trains north via Bank or Charing Cross every five minutes (approx)
Clapham High Street
1.1 mi / 25 mins walk
Route & infoZONE 2 Overground line between Highbury and Islington and Clapham Junction with trains every 5 minutes (approx). Limited service of Southeastern trains to Victoria too.
Clapham Common
1.2 mi / 29 mins walk
Route & infoZONE 2, Northern Line underground station with trains north via Bank or Charing Cross every five minutes (approx)
Denmark Hill
1.5 mi / 32 mins walk
Route & infoZONE 2, this station enjoys Overground, Southern, Southeastern services to, amongst others, Highbury and Islington via Canada Water, Victoria, Blackfriars, Clapham Junction, West Croydon and Sevenoaks.
North Dulwich
1.5 mi / 34 mins walk
Route & infoZONE 2. Southern services to London Bridge via Peckham Rye, West Croydon and Beckenham Junction via Crystal Palace.
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