Wednesday 23 November 2011

Online House Hunter: Spotlight on Battersea | Alan Cleaver | Independent Property Blogs

Online House Hunter: Spotlight on Battersea | Alan Cleaver | Independent Property Blogs


BATTERSEA has one of the lowest council tax rates in London which, in itself, would make it a desirable place to live. But it’s just as likely people move there for the easy access to central London, delightful Victorian Streets, open spaces, riverside location or many of the other positives about this part of south London.

The range of properties stretch from council houses and flats to luxury mansions but it’s the modernised flats inside period properties which probably epitomise this part of London. The area took its hit during the 2008 property crash along with everywhere else but has quickly recovered to its previous 2007 highs. The Land Registry put the average price of property in the Borough of Wandsworth at £394,144 (September 2011).

The period properties have the character and charm but be aware of whether the house you seek is in a conservation area or is listed. Such properties can have restrictions that might thwart plans for expansion or modernisation. Modern homes or those newly-refurbished interiors of period properties offer a range of styles and choices.

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