Edwardian Double-Bayed Three/Four-Bedroom Terrace House – Brisbane Road, Ilford IG1
A Charming Period Home Full of Character, Requiring Modernisation and Offering Exceptional Potential Sold Chain- Free.
Situated on the highly sought-after Commonwealth Estate, this attractive Edwardian terrace house on Brisbane Road, Ilford, IG1, presents a fantastic opportunity for buyers seeking a characterful period home with plenty of scope to modernise, reconfigure and create a home tailored entirely to their own taste and lifestyle.
Positioned along a quiet residential stretch of Brisbane Road, the property is directly opposite and adjacent to the popular Valentines Park, with the added benefit of wonderful park views from the master bedroom.
The house retains a number of its original period features, including impressive high ceilings, traditional proportions and two striking double-bay windows, giving the property a wonderful sense of character and charm. These features provide an excellent foundation for a sympathetic renovation, allowing a new owner to preserve the architectural character of the home while introducing a more contemporary style throughout.
The property is in need of modernisation throughout, making it particularly appealing to buyers looking for a project and the opportunity to put their own stamp on a substantial period home.
A separate front porch leads into the entrance hallway, providing access to the spacious through lounge. This generous reception room is filled with natural light through the front bay window and benefits from direct access to the rear garden. Its generous proportions and natural light offer considerable scope to create an impressive main living and entertaining space.
Further along the hallway is a generously sized kitchen/diner, which also offers excellent potential to create a contemporary family kitchen and dining space. The kitchen leads through to a useful utility area, with further access to the rear garden.
First Floor
Upstairs, the property is currently arranged as three double bedrooms and two bathrooms, although it offers the potential to reinstate a four-bedroom configuration.
The spacious master bedroom is positioned at the front of the property and enjoys fantastic views towards Valentines Park. It also benefits from a partitioned walk-in wardrobe/closet area.
There are two further well-proportioned double bedrooms, while one of the existing bathrooms occupies what would traditionally have been a fourth bedroom. This provides an exciting opportunity for a future owner to consider reconfiguring the first floor and restoring a four-bedroom layout, subject to the appropriate works and any necessary consents.
The property also benefits from a large cellar, providing excellent additional storage and further potential for future use, subject to any necessary permissions.
Outside
To the front, the property benefits from a private driveway providing off-street parking for two cars.
The rear garden is a fantastic size and offers a good degree of privacy, with further scope for landscaping and improvement. It provides an excellent opportunity for the new owner to create an attractive outdoor space suited to their own requirements, whether for gardening, entertaining or family enjoyment.
There is also potential for further development, including a rear extension and loft conversion, subject to planning permission and all necessary consents.
Location
Brisbane Road, IG1, is situated directly opposite and adjacent to the much-loved Valentines Park. The park offers an impressive range of amenities right on the doorstep, including beautiful lakes, landscaped open spaces, cafés, Valentine Mansion and a children’s play area, providing an excellent setting for families, leisure and outdoor activities.
The location is particularly well suited to families, with Valentines High School and Gearies Primary School both within the local area.
Transport links are excellent, with Gants Hill Underground Station and Newbury Park Underground Station both within walking distance. Both stations are served by the Central line, providing convenient connections into Central London and beyond.
Ilford Station is also within walking distance and is served by the Elizabeth line, offering fast connections through key Central London destinations and onward towards east and west London.
For shopping and everyday amenities, The Exchange Ilford shopping centre is also within walking distance. Located on Ilford High Road, it provides a wide range of shops, dining options and services, while Ilford town centre offers further amenities close by.
There are also a number of convenient supermarkets and retailers within easy reach, including Aldi, Sainsbury’s and B&M at Newbury Park.
Early viewing is highly recommended please call to arrange your viewing.
