2 bed flat for sale

Collingham Road, London SW5

The property is being offered for sale following a probate process, having been held and cared for over a long period. As such, it presents the next owner with the rare chance to take on a well-proportioned apartment with genuine charm and make it their own.

From the moment you enter the building, Melbourne House has the feel of a classic London residence, with period architecture, impressive proportions and a sense of permanence that is increasingly difficult to find. The flat continues that theme, with high ceilings, excellent natural light and well-balanced accommodation arranged across a practical two-bedroom layout.

The reception space is bright and welcoming, with views towards St Jude’s Church and Courtfield Gardens providing an attractive backdrop. The elevated kitchen area gives the apartment a distinctive sense of character, while the principal bedroom benefits from built-in storage and an en-suite bathroom. A second bedroom and further bathroom off the hallway complete the accommodation.

The apartment would now benefit from updating, but this is also where the opportunity lies. Rather than paying a premium for someone else’s taste, the incoming owner has the ability to create a home tailored to their own style, whether as a refined London base, a long-term home, or a carefully considered pied-à-terre.

Melbourne House is a share-of-freehold building, with one share in the freehold company transferring with the flat. The lease is for 999 years from June 2008, with no ground rent payable.

Collingham Road is superbly positioned for the amenities, restaurants and transport connections of South Kensington, Gloucester Road and Earl’s Court, while also offering easy access to the green open spaces of Kensington Gardens, Hyde Park and Holland Park. The surrounding streets are known for their attractive period architecture, garden squares and enduring residential appeal.

This is a rare chance to secure a bright, characterful apartment in a sought-after period building, with the scope to update, personalise and create a beautiful home in one of central London’s most established neighbourhoods.

Tenure: Share of Freehold

Lease: 999 years from June 2008

Ground Rent: Peppercorn

Service Charge: Approximately £3,144.72 per annum

Council Tax: Band G

Local Authority: Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea