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
Villa Road, SW9
Features
- Two double bedrooms
- Split-level
- Victorian conversion
- Over 800 square feet
- Opposite the park
- Modern kitchen with Juliette balcony
- Brixton tube a seven-minute walk
- Close to the amenities of Brixton, Stockwell and Loughborough Junction
- Share of freehold
Property details
Keating Estates are delighted to present to market this fantastic two double bedroom split-level Victorian conversion flat on Villa Road, directly overlooking Max Roach Park. Set within an impressive Victorian terraced house, this appealing home combines period character with stylish contemporary interiors. Ideally positioned within easy reach of Brixton, Stockwell and Clapham, the property offers a well-balanced layout arranged over two floors.
The heart of the home is the impressive open-plan reception room and dine-in kitchen, which run the full depth of the property and create a generous, sociable space with sleek, wide-plank continuous flooring throughout. The reception area provides comfortable proportions for lounging and is enhanced by fitted cabinetry to either side of the chimney breast, built-in shelving and a feature fireplace. Two sash windows draw in plenty of natural light while framing a beautiful outlook across the park opposite.
The contemporary dine-in kitchen sits seamlessly within the open-plan space, with ample room for a dining table and chairs. Finished with contrasting cabinetry to either side, a solid worktop and a range of integrated appliances, the kitchen also benefits from a wine fridge and excellent storage, making it both practical and stylish.
The second bedroom is positioned conveniently off the hallway and enjoys the same wonderful park outlook. Well suited as a guest bedroom, home office or nursery if required, the room features built-in cupboards and thoughtfully positioned wall lighting, allowing for a softer atmosphere in the evenings.
Stairs with a stylish glass balustrade rise to the upper floor, where a bright landing benefits from both a window and Velux window, flooding the space with natural light.
The principal bedroom is a generous and peaceful retreat, nestled on the top floor and enjoying elevated views towards the treetops of the park opposite. There is plenty of space for a large bed and additional furniture, alongside a built-in wardrobe with shelving to either side. Two Velux windows bring further light into the room, while wall lights are positioned either side of the bed for a considered finishing touch.
The family bathroom sits conveniently alongside the principal bedroom and is neutrally presented, with a bathtub and overhead shower.
Villa Road is a characterful residential street overlooking the green open space of Max Roach Park, providing a welcome sense of greenery directly opposite the property. The street has a friendly, neighbourly feel, while remaining within easy reach of the vibrant amenities of central Brixton. Brixton Village and POP Brixton are both around a seven-minute walk away, with a wide selection of independent restaurants, cafés, bars and shops close by.
Transport links are excellent, with Brixton Underground station providing access to the Victoria Line and Brixton railway station offering Overground and National Rail services. There is also an extensive bus network along Brixton Road, providing convenient routes towards Oval, Waterloo, the City and the West End. Loughborough Junction station is within easy walking distance, while Stockwell and Clapham High Street are also readily accessible, providing further amenities and access to the Northern Line. For cyclists, the local council has recently installed a bicycle storage shed on the street, adding further convenience.
Share of freehold.
Brixton
0.4 mi / 9 mins walk
Route & infoVictoria Line services every three mins (approx) to Finsbury Park and Walthamstow Central.
Brixton
0.4 mi / 9 mins walk
Route & info4 trains direct to Victoria per hour and 4 to Orpington via Herne Hill
Loughborough Junction
0.5 mi / 11 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.
Stockwell
0.8 mi / 18 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 mi / 22 mins walk
Route & infoZONE 2, Northern Line underground station with trains north via Bank or Charing Cross every five minutes (approx)
Oval
1.1 mi / 25 mins walk
Route & infoZONE 2, Northern Line underground station with trains north via Bank or Charing Cross every five minutes (approx).
Clapham High Street
1.2 mi / 26 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.
Denmark Hill
1.3 mi / 28 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.
Herne Hill
1.3 mi / 28 mins walk
Route & infoZONE 2. First Capital Connect services to Victoria, Blackfriars and Wimbledon.
Nine Elms
1.5 mi / 32 mins walk
Route & infoBrixton area highlights
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