It is a mad world in which £800,000 constitutes a tight-ish budget when house hunting. But such is the property reality of the capital – and while it may not stretch to a stucco-fronted mansion in Kensington, it does still afford the discerning buyer a foothold in some of London’s most covetable enclaves.
We’ve trawled Rightmove for five of the capital’s most charming, architecturally interesting or well-situated homes that prove that, even in a city of sky-high property prices, style, light and location are still attainable under the magic £800k mark.
Two-Bed Flat, Tufnell Park, £800k
Dexters
A two-bedroom flat housed in a converted period villa on Anson Road, this is a classic north London find: elegant, lofty, and characterful. The sash windows, high ceilings and original detailing give it the air of something altogether grander, while the neat kitchen that opens onto the sitting room is just the ticket for casual entertaining. Proximity to both Tufnell Park and the villagey feel of Dartmouth Park doesn’t hurt either – and nor does access to a lovely shared garden. Explore the details.
Two-Bed Apartment, Belsize Park, £800k
Wayne & Silver
Perfectly situated between the literary history of Hampstead and the cosmopolitan hum of Camden, this two-bed flat on Belsize Park Gardens is very easy on the eye indeed. Fresh from a renovation, the interior is slick and neutral but warm, and the sitting room is flooded with light – as well as offering gorgeous leafy views. Perfect either as a turn key property or one ready to add character to, a flat in this rarefied neck of the woods will never go out of style. Explore the details.
Two-Bed Victorian Cottage, East Sheen, £700k
Inigo
Inigo rarely misses, and this sweet Victorian cottage is no exception. Tucked away in leafy East Sheen, we love the cosy atmosphere of this sweetest of two-bedroom homes, along with its bags and bags of character. The fireplace in the sitting room is the soul of the space – imagine basking by its crackling flame with hot cocoas on cold days – while the rear garden offers a little slice of suburban serenity. For those seeking village vibes, proximity to Richmond Park and a touch of the Brambly Hedge enchantment, this is quite the find. Explore the details.
Point House, SE10, £775k
The Modern House
And so to Greenwich – and the exquisite restraint of a top-floor apartment in a Grade II-listed 18th-century building. This two-bedroom apartment beautifully juxtaposes a refined modern interior with its heritage exterior – and for those who like their home to come with a side of history, this has it in spades. Point House began its life when it was commissioned by John Hoare as a country residence in 1701. In the mid-18th century it sold to the Grote family, who remodelled it to its current incarnation, later becoming home to Commander William Larkins of the East India Trading Company, who used the second floor as a private observatory. Fancy a slice of those same views? Oh, and residents also get access to one of the largest private gardens in Greenwich, formerly the tennis courts of the Carlton Club. Explore the details.
Pagnell Street, New Cross, SE14, £650k
The Modern House
This might just be the cleverest value of the lot. A beautifully conceived three-bedroom home by Chan and Eayrs on Pagnell Street, brimming with considered details: polished concrete, lime-washed floorboards, birch ply joinery, a British Standard kitchen, and floor-to-ceiling glazing that maximises light in every corner. It’s a low-key masterpiece that proves you don’t need postcode prestige to get standout design. We love the natural textures and the proximity to London Bridge and the city, as well as the restrained herringbone brick exterior. Explore the details.
