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
Brading Road, SW2
Features
- Two bedrooms plus study
- South-west facing private garden
- Victorian conversion
- Modern dine-in kitchen plus separate utility room
- Demised loft
- Local bakery, pub and café
- Brockwell Park a short walk away
- Walking distance to Brixton and Herne Hill
- Access to the Victoria Line, Thameslink and Overground
- Chain-free
Property details
Keating Estates are delighted to present to market this elegant and beautifully presented two-bedroom first-floor Victorian apartment, complete with a versatile study and a private south-west facing garden, set on the sought-after Brading Road. This enticing home boasts over 800 square feet of beautifully finished interiors, blending timeless period charm with stylish contemporary finishes.
Positioned at the front of the property, the inviting reception room is bathed in natural light through two sash windows set within a charming square bay, complete with fitted shutters. Bespoke shelving and cabinetry have been thoughtfully incorporated into the alcoves, providing practical storage whilst framing the room beautifully. A decorative ceiling rose and soft neutral décor create a warm, welcoming atmosphere, making this a wonderful space in which to relax or entertain.
To the rear, the generous dine-in kitchen combines timeless design with everyday practicality. Navy Shaker-style cabinetry is beautifully contrasted by crisp white subway tiled splashbacks, whilst integrated Neff appliances provide a sleek, contemporary finish. The sink is perfectly positioned beneath a window fitted with café-style shutters, allowing natural light to pour in whilst enjoying leafy views. There is ample room for a dining table, creating an ideal setting for everything from casual breakfasts to dinner parties.
Leading seamlessly from the kitchen is a useful utility room, finished with matching navy cabinetry to create a cohesive feel. This practical space offers additional storage, room for a washing machine, a secondary sink and neatly houses the boiler.
Stairs descend from here to the delightful south-west facing private rear garden, providing a peaceful outdoor retreat for relaxing, entertaining or enjoying al fresco dining during the warmer months.
The principal bedroom overlooks the garden, enjoying peaceful leafy views through a traditional sash window. A charming feature fireplace provides an attractive focal point, creating a calm and restful retreat.
The second bedroom is a well-proportioned single room, equally suited as a guest bedroom, nursery or home office. A further feature fireplace enhances the room's Victorian charm, ensuring it feels both characterful and inviting.
Completing the accommodation is a versatile study, currently arranged as a dressing room. This adaptable space could equally serve as a dedicated home office, nursery or hobby room.
The bathroom has been beautifully appointed in a timeless style, featuring a classic white suite centred around an elegant roll-top bath with an overhead shower. White subway tiling is paired with striking geometric floor tiles, creating a sophisticated finish that perfectly complements the home's period character.
Further benefits include access to a large loft, providing excellent additional storage.
Brading Road enjoys a genuine sense of community, with an active residents' WhatsApp group bringing neighbours together. Purchasers will have the popular establishments of Brixton Hill close at hand, including F Mondays, Stir Coffee, Pizza Brixton and the ever-popular White Horse Pub, alongside neighbourhood favourite The Elm Park Tavern and a convenience store at the top of the street.
The location perfectly balances vibrant city living with peaceful residential surroundings. The renowned restaurants, bars, independent shops and nightlife of Brixton are around a twenty-minute stroll away, whilst the open green spaces of Brockwell Park, with its iconic 1930s Lido and excellent sports facilities, are just ten minutes on foot. Beyond the park lies Herne Hill, with its village atmosphere, independent cafés, restaurants, pubs and station.
Transport links are excellent. Brixton Underground station on the Victoria Line is within easy reach, whilst frequent day and night bus services along Brixton Hill provide swift connections into Central London. Tulse Hill and Streatham Hill stations are also within comfortable walking distance or a short bus journey, offering direct services to Clapham Junction, Victoria and London Bridge.
Chain-free.
EPC rating: C (69)
Herne Hill
1 mi / 21 mins walk
Route & infoZONE 2. First Capital Connect services to Victoria, Blackfriars and Wimbledon.
Streatham Hill
1 mi / 23 mins walk
Route & infoZONE 2. Southern services to Victoria via Clapham Junction, London Bridge, Crystal Palace and Sutton.
Tulse Hill
1.1 mi / 24 mins walk
Route & infoZONE 3. Southern and First Capital Connect services to London Bridge via Peckham Rye, Blackfriars, West Croydon, Beckenham Junction via Crystal Palace and Sutton via Wimbledon.
Brixton
1.1 mi / 23 mins walk
Route & infoVictoria Line services every three mins (approx) to Finsbury Park and Walthamstow Central.
Brixton
1.2 mi / 26 mins walk
Route & info4 trains direct to Victoria per hour and 4 to Orpington via Herne Hill
Clapham Common
1.4 mi / 31 mins walk
Route & infoZONE 2, Northern Line underground station with trains north via Bank or Charing Cross every five minutes (approx)
Clapham South
1.4 mi / 31 mins walk
Route & infoZONE 2 (and 3), Northern Line underground station with trains north via Bank or Charing Cross every five minutes (approx)
Clapham North
1.5 mi / 31 mins walk
Route & infoZONE 2, Northern Line underground station with trains north via Bank or Charing Cross every five minutes (approx)
Clapham High Street
1.5 mi / 32 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.
West Dulwich
1.7 mi / 37 mins walk
Route & infoZONE 3. Southeastern service to London Victoria and Orpington.
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