Kingsmead Road

Tulse Hill, SW2

The Challenge

Relocating to London from the United States for work, our clients set their sights on finding a freehold home that would suit both their lifestyle and long-term plans. Their wish list included at least four bedrooms, two bathrooms, and strong transport links into the city, along with access to top-quality schools. With a budget of £1.5 million, we focused on locations where freehold houses hold their value and perform strongly.

The Perfect Conclusion

Working with clients based in the US brought a unique layer of complexity to this search. With the time difference in mind, we made it a priority to inspect every promising property in advance so that, when our clients arrived in London, they had a clear shortlist of the very best options.

Although their brief initially spanned Dulwich and Wimbledon, we refined the focus to Dulwich and Tulse Hill, areas with outstanding local schools and a strong community feel. Alongside homes that were fully finished and ready to move into, we made sure to explore properties that could offer longer-term capital growth potential through refurbishment.

One particular house stood out, not because it was perfect from the outset, but because of the opportunity it presented. With scope for a rear extension and loft conversion, it offered a rare chance to create a bespoke family home while adding significant value. To help our clients visualise the possibilities, we arranged a viewing of a neighbouring property on the same street that had already undergone a complete transformation. We also introduced our clients to our network of tried and trusted architects and contractors so they could understand the costs and time involved. Seeing the potential brought to life gave them the confidence to proceed, knowing they could make the house truly their own while securing a sound investment for the future.

The Unfair Advantage

Speed was critical in securing this property. As soon as our clients expressed interest, we immediately arranged for detailed costings on their planned works to confirm the project’s feasibility. With that clarity, we moved decisively, submitting a strong, well-positioned offer before other buyers could gain traction. By coordinating all parties and working to tight deadlines, we were able to secure the seller’s agreement swiftly with a substantial discount of 10% from the asking price and guide the transaction to a smooth exchange. Our clients were delighted with the result and now own an exceptional home in a first-class location, with the confidence that their vision for it can be fully realised.

Location