1 Bedroom Flat, Auckland Road, London, SE19

A rather special, and beautifully refurbished one-bedroom Victorian conversion flat, that sits on a quiet spot on Auckland Road. It offers something genuinely special: space, light, and a remarkable sense of calm, framed by uninterrupted, far-reaching green views. Offered with a 979-year lease and low service charges, this classy home is artfully designed and thoughtfully finished. It’s a home that feels creative, considered and quietly luxurious — particularly appealing to buyers who value aesthetics, comfort and a strong connection to their surroundings.

The open-plan kitchen and living space form the heart of the flat, which is a stunningly bright space; large (double-glazed) windows dominate the room, drawing your eye outward and framing a lush, leafy outlook that feels more countryside than Zone 3 London. The sense of visual depth here is rare — greenery rolls away in the distance, changing with the seasons, and bringing an ever-present calm to the space.

The layout works beautifully. There’s room to properly zone the space — a relaxed seating area, space for dining or working from home, and a kitchen that feels integrated rather than intrusive. Finishes are clean and contemporary, allowing the architecture and the view to do the heavy lifting. It’s the kind of room that feels just as right for slow mornings with coffee as it does for evenings with friends and candles lit. The cork floor, fold-down table, cabinetry, high ceilings and period touches like the cornicing blend clever modern materials with thoughtful design, and it is all just so Goldilocks, a blend that is just so perfect.

The bedroom continues the same theme of light, scale and serenity. Once again, large windows frame that expansive green outlook, making the room feel restful and private. It’s worth highlighting the aspect, it’s eastern, so mornings here are blissful, waking to the sun rising will do your circadian rhythm the world of good. Storage is a genuine standout here — the wardrobe space is, quite simply, heavenly. Fully fitted, tall, and thoughtfully arranged, it offers the kind of storage rarely found in one-bedroom flats and will be a real joy for anyone who values organisation (or simply owns a lot of clothes).

The bathroom is another unexpected highlight. Hugely generous in size, especially for a one-bedroom flat. There’s space to breathe, space to move, and a sense that this room has been given just as much attention as the rest of the flat — a detail that really elevates the home as a whole. There is a shower over a full-size bath, and not just one window, but two!

Beyond the flat itself, there’s a large communal garden to the rear, with South Norwood Lakes just beyond, this feels less like borrowed greenery and more like an extension of the home — a peaceful, natural backdrop that’s always there, whether you’re looking out of the window or stepping outside for fresh air. Worth noting for those with cars, Auckland Road is unrestricted and thus parking is a breeze, there is a space on the drive which may be used for short periods of unloading, and for longer stints, there are plenty of spaces on the road.

Auckland Road sits in a particularly lovely pocket of Crystal Palace, where leafy streets, period architecture and green space define the area as much as its creative energy.

The Crystal Palace Triangle is close by and offers one of South London’s most distinctive neighbourhood scenes. Independent cafés, artisan bakeries, restaurants and pubs dominate here — refreshingly free of chains — and there’s a strong artsy, creative community that gives the area its personality. It’s the kind of place where you quickly get to know your favourite coffee spot, wine bar or weekend brunch haunt.

For green space, you’re exceptionally well placed. Crystal Palace Park sits at the end of the road, spanning over 200 acres and offering everything from long walks and weekend picnics to proper exercise routes and open space to simply switch off. South Norwood Lakes, just beyond the communal garden, provide a quieter, more natural escape — ideal for morning walks, clear thinking and moments of calm.

Transport connections are also excellent. Norwood Junction is approximately 0.8 miles away (around an 18-minute walk) and offers a superb commuter route, with direct trains to London Bridge in just 12 minutes — genuinely hard to beat. Crystal Palace Station, around 1 mile away, provides direct services to London Bridge and Victoria, as well as Overground connections to Shoreditch and beyond, making travel across London straightforward and flexible.

Tenure-wise, the flat has a 979-year lease, and a service charge of only £600 per annum; there is no ground rent, and the freeholders occupy a flat within the building, which is comforting.