Positioned on a quiet residential turning in Leyton, this larger-than-average three double bedroom period home offers impressive proportions, excellent natural light, and a wonderfully balanced layout ideally suited to modern family living. Extending to approximately 1,100 sq. ft., the property combines period character with comfortable contemporary finishes, while offering further potential for enhancement over time.
The ground floor centres around a bright and expansive through lounge, where a bay-fronted reception flows effortlessly into a dedicated dining area, creating an elegant yet practical space for both everyday living and entertaining. Generous ceiling heights and a neutral palette enhance the sense of openness throughout.
To the rear, a spacious fitted kitchen provides extensive storage, worktop space and room for appliances. The kitchen opens directly onto the standout feature of the home, a remarkable approximately 114 ft private rear garden. Rare for the area, this substantial outdoor space offers exceptional potential for landscaping, outdoor dining, family use or future extension potential (subject to the usual consents).
The family bathroom is conveniently located on the ground floor and is finished in a contemporary style, offering both bath and shower facilities.
Upstairs, the split-level first floor comprises three well-proportioned double bedrooms, each offering comfortable accommodation with ample space for wardrobes and additional furnishings. The arrangement provides a practical and well-separated layout, ideal for families or those requiring flexible working space.
Location
Amberley Road is a quiet residential street ideally positioned between Leyton and Walthamstow, an increasingly sought-after pocket popular with young professionals and families alike. The property enjoys easy access to the independent cafés, restaurants and boutique shops of both areas, including the ever-popular Walthamstow Village.
Excellent transport links are within walking distance, with Leyton Midland Road Overground and Walthamstow Central Underground (Victoria Line) providing fast connections into Central London. The area is also well regarded for its selection of schools, including Barclay Primary School and Thomas Gamuel Primary, alongside a wealth of nearby green spaces such as Leyton Manor Park, Thomas Gamuel Park, Knotts Green and Hackney Marshes.
Finer Details:
Sellers situation: Chain Free
Mid Terrace
3 Double Bedrooms
Controlled street parking
Freehold
Council Tax Band: D (£2,277.65 p/yr)
Borough: Waltham Forrest
Services:
Mains water
Mains electricity
Mains drainage
Gas central heating
Broadband coverage: Ultrafast: 1800 Mbps Download Speed (Ofcom)
Mobile signal/coverage: Available for all networks (Ofcom)
Tenure : Freehold
Using your investment as a 25.00% deposit and £ 5,833 in costs for purchasing and getting ready to let.
The refurbishment budget is set to 2.50% of the purchase price, but this will vary dependent on the suitability of the property for the rental market. Select a value that you feel is appropriate to the condition of the property.
This will vary between lenders, type of report and whether or not you are buying with a mortgage, for advice on which type of survey would be appropriate speak with an advisor from Preston Baker Financial Services.
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Purchase costs include assumed mortgage and survey costs which are estimated. For a quote contact a Preston Baker Financial Services mortgage advisor who can provide you with current and accurate information. The stamp duty calculation has applid the 3% stamp duty surcharge on the basis that this will be a second property.
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| Tax Band | % | Taxable Sum | Tax |
| less than £125k | 0 | ||
| £125k to £250k | 2 | ||
| £250k to £925k | 5 | ||
| £925k to £1.5m | 10 | ||
| rest over £1.5m | 12 |
| Tax Band | % | Taxable Sum | Tax |
| less than £125k | 3 | ||
| £125k to £250k | 5 | ||
| £250k to £925k | 8 | ||
| £925k to £1.5m | 13 | ||
| rest over £1.5m | 15 |
| Tax Band | % | Taxable Sum | Tax |
| less than £300k | 0(2/5)* | ||
| £300k to £500k | 5 | ||
| £500k to £925k | 5 | ||
| £925k to £1.5m | 10 | ||
| rest over £1.5m | 12 |
