Property, Houses and Flats to Rent in Dulwich, South East London

Property to rent in Dulwich

Dulwich, in the postcode of SE21, in the London Borough of Southwark, with parts in the London Borough of Lambeth, is probably one of London's most popular "villages" - an oasis of green and tranquillity and renowned for its Georgian and Victorian architecture. The park with its boating lake and innovative children's play area is at the heart of Dulwich Village. London's last remaining Tollgate, originally constructed in 1789 can be found in College Road. The area is particularly popular with professional families who have children. The type of housing in Dulwich includes large family houses built in the 1930s and in Edwardian times. There is also a large development of detached houses close to Dulwich College, made famous by Margaret Thatcher who bought a property there in the eighties. People searching for flats to rent in Dulwich will find a good selection of conversion flats and apartments in Victorian properties, as well as a number of luxury apartments in brand new purpose built blocks.

Amenities for Dulwich properties

Families with children who are searching for houses to rent in Dulwich will discover the area is well known for being home to Dulwich College (one of London’s leading independent schools), and there are also a number of well-respected state and private schools. Dulwich Village boasts the oldest picture gallery in the country which has recently been extended and refurbished to include a contemporary café. Dulwich Park is opposite with cycle and horse riding tracks, an extensive children's play area and boating pond. The village offers a number of specialist retailers, exclusive shops and restaurants including an organic grocer. As well as being well provided with parks there is also the Dulwich and Sydenham Golf Course, surrounded by playing fields and woods. The main shopping area is on Lordship Lane, which has a good variety of shops, both speciality and larger high street chains, as well as restaurants and bars.

Letting agencies and transport in Dulwich

If you’re looking for property to rent in Dulwich you will find a number of estate agents in Dulwich and the surrounding areas. People viewing property in Dulwich might like to also search in West Dulwich and Crystal Palace. Commuters can travel by from a choice of three local British Rail stations: West Dulwich (services operate into Victoria station in less than 15 minutes), North Dulwich and East Dulwich (both operating services into London Bridge in less than 15 minutes). There are also a number of bus routes serving the area, including night buses. By road, the South Circular (A205) runs through Dulwich, providing access to the main southern motorway network.