Property, Houses and Flats to Rent in Vauxhall, South West London

The name 'Vauxhall' comes from the head of King John's army, Faulke de Breaute, who owned a large house in the area during the 13th century called Faulke's Hall. Over time it became known as Foxhall, and eventually Vauxhall. The area became known to the public when the Vauxhall Pleasure Gardens opened in the mid 17th century. In recent years, Vauxhall's riverside has undergone major redevelopment with the construction of a number of modern residential and office blocks, most notably the distinctive MI6 building at Vauxhall Cross.

Property to rent in Vauxhall is a mixture of ex-local authority flats that have been refurbished to a high standard, complete with security systems; flats in modern apartment blocks, often with views over the River Thames, and substantial Victorian terraced houses with gardens.

Houses to rent in Vauxhall such as Victorian townhouses offering four bedrooms, two bathrooms, and within easy walking distance of Vauxhall's mainline and tube stations, would expect to receive a monthly rental of £2,600. Flats to rent in Vauxhall in good quality Victorian townhouse conversions, offering contemporary fixtures and fittings and two bedrooms, are available for £1,150 per month.

Vauxhall is within the London Borough of Lambeth and covered by postcodes SW8, SE1 and SE11.

Amenities for properties in Vauxhall

Spring Gardens, to the north of Vauxhall Bridge, is all that remains of the original Vauxhall Pleasure Gardens. To the south of the bridge is Vauxhall Park which has tennis courts, miniature model houses, and a children's playground. In addition to having two major supermarkets, residents in Vauxhall are well-served by a selection of niche shops, including delicatessens, patisseries and a local butcher.

There are a few primary and secondary schools in the Vauxhall area including St. Stephen's Church of England Primary School in Dorset Road, SW8, and Ashmole Primary School, Ashmole Street, SW8. Archbishop Tenison's Church of England secondary school is near the Oval, SE11.

Transport in Vauxhall

The railway station in Vauxhall is one stop down the line from Waterloo Station. The London Underground station is on the Victoria Line and is located by Vauxhall bus station.

Surrounding areas

While searching for property to rent in Vauxhall, or buy-to-let opportunities, you may also wish to consider neighbouring areas such as Kennington and Stockwell SW9.