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Streatham literally means "the hamlet on the street" and was originally a Roman Road from the capital Londinium to the south coast. Between the First and Second World Wars, Streatham developed as a location for entertainment and became known as "the West End of South London".
Families and individuals looking for property to rent in Streatham, or for buy-to-let opportunities, will quickly discover that Streatham's amenities and transport options are good and that the area has some very desirable, large properties. Houses to rent in Streatham offering four bedrooms in a period property, close to one of five railway stations that serve the area, will cost in the region of £1,850 per month. Flats to rent in Streatham offering two bedrooms in Victorian townhouse conversions, close to good public transport will, typically, have a monthly rental of £950.
Amenities for properties in Streatham
Streatham offers a plethora of entertainment venues including an eight-screen cinema, ten-pin bowling, bingo, nightclubs, an ice-rink, and a leisure centre. Streatham High Road claims to be the longest high street in Western Europe and has been named a conservation area by English Heritage. There is a good selection of restaurants and shops, including small, local retailers and well-known chains.
Streatham has several primary schools in the immediate area including Christ Church C of E Primary School in Cotherstone Road just off the A205; Hitherfield Primary School in Leigham Vale; and Streatham Wells Primary School in Palace Road. Dunraven Secondary School is in Leigham Court Road and Graveney School, in neighbouring Furzedown, is one of the highest achieving secondary schools in London.
Transport in Streatham
There are five mainline railways stations serving the Streatham area: Streatham, Streatham Common, Streatham Hill and nearby Tulse Hill and, to the south, Norbury. Streatham Station also lies on the Thameslink route from Luton to Sutton. Streatham is well-served by bus routes and has good road access to central London and the M25.
Surrounding areas
While searching for property to rent in Streatham, which is in the London Borough of Lambeth and covered by postal district SW16, you may also wish to consider neighbouring areas such as Clapham, Brixton, Tooting and West Norwood.
view the 10 most recently added properties to rent in Streatham
1 bedroom flat in MONTRELL RD, Streatham, London SW16 - Weekly rental of £230
Jacksons are proud to offer to the market this spacious and well presented period conversion flat set in one of Streatham Hills most premier roads. Accommodation comprises of entrance hall,...... view full details
2 bedrooms flat in Beechcroft Close, Streatham, London SW16 - Weekly rental of £208
Excellent 2 double bedroom flat with secure off street parking. Direct fast trains to The City. - 2 good sized bedrooms - Fully furnished - Separate Sitting Room - Separate Kitchen - Washing...... view full details
2 bedrooms flat in Veronica Gardens, Streatham Common, SW16 - Weekly rental of £350
Offering well proportioned living spaces and modern décor, this two bedroomed ground floor flat offers great living and communal gardens.... view full details
2 bedrooms flat in Valleyfield Rd, Streatham, London SW16 - Monthly rental of £1,000
SPS are pleased to offer to the market this newly refurbished modern two double bedroom ground floor garden flat with so much character. Modern fully fitted kitchen & bathroom, gas central heating...... view full details
2 bedrooms flat in Streatham High Rd, Streatham, London SW16 - Monthly rental of £1,080
Landlords!! landlords!! landlord!! jacksons new streatham office has just successfully let this property in your road. We are currently running promotional offers on our management and let only...... view full details
2 bedrooms flat in Veronica Gardens, Streatham Common, SW16 - Weekly rental of £208
Offering well proportioned living spaces and modern décor, this two bedroomed ground floor flat offers great living and communal gardens.... view full details
2 bedrooms flat in Leigham Court Road, West Norwood, SW16 - Weekly rental of £300
Well presented throughout, this spacious two bedroomed first floor flat offers wonderful entertaining space and double bedrooms with fitted wardrobes.... view full details
2 bedrooms flat in Streatham High Road, Tooting Bec, London SW16 - Weekly rental of £207
Dss welcome at lha ratetwo double bedroom flat in the heart of streatham, 5 minutes away from streatham train station. This second floor flat comprises; an open plan kitchen/living/fitted kitchen,...... view full details
studio flat in Kingscourt Road, Streatham, London SW16 - Weekly rental of £155
Jacksons present this large studio flat to-let in excellent. The property is located within a five minute walk of Streatham Hill mainline station but is on a quite residential road. Having been...... view full details
