18 Melville Avenue, Croydon
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18 Melville Avenue, Croydon

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£1,345,500
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Listing history

For Sale
May 25, 2025
£1,625,000

Property Description

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Our analysis

Welcome to 18 Melville Avenue, Croydon, a cozy and compact detached type home with 5 bed in the CR2 7HY area. This lovely residence, which comes with the freedom and stability of a freehold ownership, and sits comfortably in tax band .

This classic property was built in a neighborhood known for its allure and prestige. This home stands out for its value and character - with a market valuation of £1,345,500 and a rental potential of £8,746 per month, , it represents not just a residence but a worthwhile investment in a sought-after area.

You can discover more about this property by reading the Mouseprice attributes tables in the next section, or if you are the owner and would like to update this property, for example if you've built an extension, you can do so at the top of this page.

Additional analysis

In addition to our own current description, this property has received a tailor-made description dated to May 25, 2025. It's possible the property has changed since then, but we are dedicated to giving you everything you need to make smart property decisions. Here's a snippet, and if you'd like to view the full thing, just click to expand.

"An Elegant Edwardian Residence of Exceptional Character and Charm

Built circa 1906, this superbly presented period home effortlessly combines timeless elegance with modern refinement, offering a wealth of original features and beautifully proportioned living spaces throughout.

Approached via a sweeping carriage driveway, the property is set within generous south facing gardens that are meticulously maintained and include a delightful patio area, ideal for entertaining or peaceful relaxation.

Internally, the accommodation is arranged over three floors, including a cellar and showcases a host of fine period details. The ground floor is graced by a huge and imposing drawing room, a magnificent space ideal for formal gatherings with features to include attractive paneling and beautiful fireplace with marble and slate surround. This room also enjoys two attractive porthole windows with leaded light inserts . A welcoming family room enjoys direct access to the rear garden, creating a seamless flow between indoor and outdoor living, while the superb dining room offers an elegant setting for entertaining with fabulous bay window and superb fireplace. The ground floor being approached via a welcoming entrance hall leading to a fabulous reception hall with ample room for seating and welcoming family and guests.
Additionally off the entrance hall is a wonderful boot room with floor to ceiling fitted cupboards and built in shoe rack. This area enjoys underfloor heating creating a warm inviting ambience on a cold winters day.

To the heart of the home is a beautifully appointed modern kitchen, complete with a central island incorporating breakfast bar and high quality fittings, which is further complemented by a separate utility room and a convenient downstairs cloakroom having been re fitted to provide a modern space. Open plan off the kitchen is a breakfast room with large window overlooking the rear garden.

The impressive reception hall enjoys many ornate and original features to include coving, balustrade and arched window with leaded lights, and an elegant easy rise staircase leading to the first floor landing. A grand landing offering split level features boasts double doors onto a large south facing balcony, enjoying far reaching views and natural sunlight throughout the day. The principal suite is a luxurious retreat, featuring a spacious double bedroom and a well appointed en suite bathroom. There are four further double bedrooms, one of which is currently used as a home office, each offering comfort and character, along with a generously proportioned guest suite, complete with a large private en suite. Both en suites boast his and hers basins.
Additionally this home enjoys a large cellar made up of several rooms currently used as a gym and wine cellar The huge loft space offers the possibility of conversion into several rooms subject to planning consents.
To the rear the garden is mainly laid to lawn, well fenced and bordered with mature shrubs. A large patio area provides a great entertainment space and is Southerly Facing benefitting from this sought after orientation.
To the front is wonderful Carriage Driveway providing a grand approach to this delightful home and enabling ample Off Street Parking.

This exceptional family home offers the perfect blend of period grace and contemporary convenience, situated in a highly desirable location and ready to be enjoyed.

A large garage completes the offering, making this a truly rare and special property.

Melville Avenue is a sought after road very close to Lloyd Park tram stop offering quick access to East Croydon train station. Lloyd Park with the adjoining playing field and Addington Hills provide over 300 acres of green space walking without getting into the car! Within less than ten minutes drive there are more than five golf clubs Croham Hurst, Shirley Park, Addington Palace, The Addington, Farleigh Court and Addington Court. The property is well located for those needing to commute but at the same time looking for close proximity to popular and highly regarded schools to include Croydon High, Whitgift, Royal Russell and Ridgeway Primary schools. Buses pass close by providing further transport options for accessing Central Croydon which provides a comprehensive range of shopping and entertainment facilities. The M25 junction 6 is located at Godstone Caterham and provides access to both Gatwick and Heathrow airports, Bluewater Shopping Centre and the south coast."

Property Data

Data point Compared to road
1,286 sqm plot

Estimated running costs

Running cost(monthly) Cost Opportunity
Mortgage £6,122 Try Mortgage Tracker
Energy ££600 Try Energy Switcher
Water £50 Water meter checkup
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Home insurance £13 Explore insurance

Schools and stations

Nearby Schools
Ridgeway Primary School
0.4mi
Purley Oaks Primary School
0.6mi
Cumnor House School
0.6mi
Regina Coeli Catholic Primary School
0.8mi
Harris Academy Purley
0.8mi
Nearby Stations
Purley Oaks Station
0.2mi
Sanderstead Station
0.3mi
Riddlesdown Station
0.9mi
Purley Station
0.9mi
South Croydon Station
1.3mi

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Renovation improvements

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New Kitchen
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New Bathroom
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Air Conditioning
This could increase your home value by £7,000

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Strengths

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Strength: High plot size
A large plot with plenty of room
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Strength: Family-friendly
Enough beds for the whole family
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Strength: Freehold ownership
This property has the support and stability of full freehold ownership.
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Strength: Good price per square metres
The most similar local properties have a comparable price per square metre.

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Frequently asked questions

  1. How much is 18 Melville Avenue, Croydon worth?

    18 Melville Avenue, Croydon is now worth £1,345,500 according to our Mouseprice AVM.

    If you would like to book a free agent valuation for 18 Melville Avenue, Croydon - click click here to get a valuation with no strings attached.

  2. What is the rental value of 18 Melville Avenue, Croydon?

    The current rental valuation for this property is £8,746 per month, within a price range of £7,871 and £9,620.

  3. How many bedrooms does 18 Melville Avenue, Croydon have?

    This property has 5 bedrooms. Search for nearby properties with 5 bedrooms - for sale and to rent.

  4. What are the nearest schools and stations to 18 Melville Avenue, Croydon?

    Nearby schools in include Ridgeway Primary School, Purley Oaks Primary School, Cumnor House School, Regina Coeli Catholic Primary School, Harris Academy Purley

    Nearby stations in include Purley Oaks Station, Sanderstead Station, Riddlesdown Station, Purley Station, South Croydon Station.

  5. What type of property is 18 Melville Avenue, Croydon

    This is a Detached property. There are 9 other Detached properties on MELVILLE AVENUE, and 17 in total.

  6. When was 18 Melville Avenue, Croydon built? How old is 18 Melville Avenue, Croydon?

    18 Melville Avenue, Croydon was was built between .

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