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
Leander Road, SW2
Features
- Three double bedrooms
- Two bathrooms
- Private garden
- Over 1,100 square feet, split over multiple floors
- Beautifully presented Victorian conversion
- Sought-after road with annual party
- Local supermarket, shops, cafes, eateries and pubs
- Brixton and Herne Hill both a fifteen-minute walk
- Brockwell Park a four-minute walk
- Share of freehold. Chain-free
Property details
Keating Estates are proud to present to market this substantial three double bedroom, two bathroom split-level apartment with a private garden, set within a handsome Victorian terraced house. Leander Road is a sought-after and neighbourly street, ideally located for the amenities and transport connections of central Brixton, yet set back enough to maintain a welcome sense of calm.
Spanning over 1,100 square feet, this characterful home offers proportions comparable to some three-bedroom houses in the area, arranged over multiple floors to provide generous living space and excellent privacy. A traditional entrance with a staircase leads to an expansive first floor where a stunning reception room takes centre stage. Bathed in natural light from four large sash windows, this elegant space boasts high ceilings, warm modern flooring and tastefully neutral decor, with ample room for both comfortable seating and a formal dining table, ideal for entertaining.
To the rear, a beautifully appointed kitchen diner provides a second social setting, with extensive worktops, generous cabinetry, integrated appliances and a breakfast bar for casual dining. Open shelving and lighting features add to the charm.
Sliding doors open onto a delightful step-out terrace, the perfect spot for a morning coffee, with stairs descending to a wonderfully private, low-maintenance garden enclosed by mature planting, creating a peaceful outdoor retreat rarely found with apartments of this style.
The three double bedrooms are thoughtfully separated, enhancing both privacy and flexibility. The impressive principal bedroom occupies the top floor, where exposed beams and skylights create a wonderful sense of character, complemented by useful eaves storage and far-reaching views. The remaining two double bedrooms enjoy a tranquil rear aspect, one retains an attractive feature fireplace, the other also benefits from exposed beams and fitted storage. Two stylish bathrooms are evenly distributed throughout the home for everyday convenience. The first-floor bathroom features a contemporary walk-in rain shower, whilst the second-floor family bathroom is fitted with a bathtub and overhead shower, serving the upper bedrooms with ease.
The property is situated in a quiet, leafy part of Brixton on tree-lined Leander Road. The road and its adjoining streets enjoy a strong sense of community, with pedestrianised street events and local art fairs forming part of the annual calendar. Moments away is a large supermarket and various cafes, pubs and restaurants, such as Naughty Piglets, Stir Coffee and the Elm Park Tavern. The location offers excellent access to central Brixton, approximately a ten-to-fifteen-minute walk away. Here, residents can enjoy an extensive choice of restaurants, bars, cafés, markets and independent shops. Popular local favourites on Brixton Hill, including F Mondays, Stir Coffee, Ciao Brixton and The White Horse pub, are also within easy reach.
Transport links are highly convenient. Brixton Underground station, the first stop on the Victoria Line, provides fast connections into central London and the City, whilst numerous bus routes operate along Brixton Hill. Those who enjoy green spaces will appreciate the close proximity of Brockwell Park, around a four-minute walk away. A pleasant stroll through the park leads to Herne Hill, with its Thameslink station, vibrant café culture and popular Sunday market, while Dulwich Village, East Dulwich, Peckham and Clapham are all easily accessible.
Share of freehold. Chain-free.
EPC rating: D (67)
Herne Hill
0.7 mi / 16 mins walk
Route & infoZONE 2. First Capital Connect services to Victoria, Blackfriars and Wimbledon.
Brixton
0.9 mi / 20 mins walk
Route & infoVictoria Line services every three mins (approx) to Finsbury Park and Walthamstow Central.
Brixton
1 mi / 22 mins walk
Route & info4 trains direct to Victoria per hour and 4 to Orpington via Herne Hill
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.
Streatham Hill
1.3 mi / 29 mins walk
Route & infoZONE 2. Southern services to Victoria via Clapham Junction, London Bridge, Crystal Palace and Sutton.
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)
North Dulwich
1.5 mi / 32 mins walk
Route & infoZONE 2. Southern services to London Bridge via Peckham Rye, West Croydon and Beckenham Junction via Crystal Palace.
Loughborough Junction
1.5 mi / 32 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.
Clapham Common
1.5 mi / 33 mins walk
Route & infoZONE 2, Northern Line underground station with trains north via Bank or Charing Cross every five minutes (approx)
Clapham High Street
1.6 mi / 35 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.
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