Somewhere between the cladding scandal and the latest watering down of leasehold reform, most young Londoners likely decided that they’d rather have a house, all things considered.
With recent news that London house prices dropped four percent to April 2024, it could be worth checking if a two- or three-bedder could tick more boxes than a flat in that Zone 2 hotspot.
There are plenty of areas where a classic semi can be snapped up for well under £600,000, with perhaps a small compromise on proximity to the station or period charm (though not always).
We’ve found ten of the best on the market now.
New Eltham, SE9
This three-bedroom house near the station has appealing period features, including wood floors and Thirties fireplaces, as well as a garage and sizeable garden.
Cockburn Estate Agents, 020 3873 8303
Twickenham, TW1
£580,000
A three-bedroom Thirties semi, on the market without a chain after 75 years. There’s a generous garden, a conservatory and a garage.
Dexters, 020 8744 0074
New Cross, SE14
£550,000
A compact but well-planned two-bedroom house in a gated scheme, handy for shops and the Overground. It also comes with allocated parking.
Conran Estates, 020 8629 8164
Selhurst, SE25
£585,000
This stylish three-bedroom semi near the station has been kitted out with a new kitchen, roof, combi-boiler, plumbing and a full electrical re-wire.
Purple Bricks, 020 3840 3819
Chingford, E4
£575,000
A bright three-bedroom Thirties home with an extended ground floor, including a glazed sun room. It’s a twenty minute walk to Hatch Forest.
Presidential Estates, 020 3834 8400
Kingsbury, NW9
£550,000
This two-bedroom cottage in picturesque Roe Green Village is within easy reach of the station and park. It’s on the market without a chain.
eXp, 03304 609968
East Dulwich, SE15
£595,000
A unique two-bedroom home on the border with Peckham, with exposed brick walls, a spiral staircase and a courtyard garden.
Truepenny’s, 020 8693 2277
Streatham, SW16
£575,000
This charming two-bedroom cottage sits directly opposite community garden, and is within walking distance of the Common and both stations.
Brooks, 020 3834 7874
Penge, SE20
£575,000
A pretty two-bedroom house with a garage in the Alexandra Estate Conservation Area. It’s on the market without a chain.
Kinleigh Folkard & Hayward, 020 3870 5051
Bermondsey, SE1
£500,000
A chain-free home in a central spot near Burgess Park, with two bedrooms plus an additional study. Perks include off-street parking.
