2 bed flat for sale

Central Hill, London SE19

For all enquiries, please quote reference: JR1438 (Jack Richards)

Guide Price: £400,000 - £425,000

This stunning split level, two bedroom flat puts you right on the doorstep of Upper Norwood and the vibrant neighbourhood of Crystal Palace. Perched on one of the highest ridges in South London. The immediate atmosphere balances quiet residential living on the hillside with easy, walkable access to a lively local community and striking, elevated views across the London skyline.

Offering 921 Sq Ft (85.7 Sq M) of stylish, modern living, This flat features an expansive open-plan kitchen and dining area fitted with sleek cabinetry, integrated appliances, and wooden flooring, alongside a bright double bedroom. A private internal staircase with feature lighting leads to the top floor, which hosts a larger main bedroom filled with natural light from dual Velux skylights, abundant built-in eaves storage, and a contemporary bathroom featuring walk-in shower, modern vanity units and metro tile finishes. Combining luxury presentation; a 900+ year lease; minimal overheads, and chain free... This property is the perfect purchase for both first time buyers and investors alike

A major highlight of daily life here is proximity to the famous Crystal Palace Triangle, a short walk away along Church Road, Westow Hill, and Westow Street. Renowned for its strong independent spirit, the Triangle is packed with boutique shops, vintage furniture stores, cosy cafes, craft bakeries, and an Everyman Cinema. Local food markets, popular pubs, and an array of independent restaurants make the area a bustling social hub that feels more like a self-contained village than a typical London suburb.

For outdoor recreation, the area offers access to several exceptional green spaces. The most prominent is the historic Crystal Palace Park, home to the iconic Grade ii-listed Victorian dinosaur sculptures, a boating lake, a maze, and the National Sports Centre with its 50-meter Olympic swimming pool. Even closer to Central Hill are Westow Park and Upper Norwood Recreation Ground, providing quieter lawns, playgrounds, and expansive green fields in amazingly close proximity.

Transport options rely heavily on strong National Rail and Overground links. Gipsy Hill Station sits just down the hill to the north, providing regular Southern Rail services directly into London Victoria and London Bridge in approximately 30 minutes. Crystal Palace Station is also nearby, connecting residents to the London Overground network for quick journeys up to Canada Water, Shoreditch High Street, and Highbury & Islington, while local bus routes on Central Hill connect directly to Brixton and central London.

Everyday amenities are exceptionally convenient, with a large Sainsbury’s supermarket on Westow Street alongside independent butchers, fishmongers, and organic grocers. Families are well-served by reputable local schools like Rockmount Primary School and Paxton Primary School, while the Upper Norwood Library Hub serves as a central point for community events. Overall, Central Hill provides a balanced suburban lifestyle with strong transport connections, abundant parkland, and a thriving local culture.