2 bedroom cottage, Kingsway, Central London
Central London, WC2 2BB
Added 21 Jul 2026
£1,965,000
Guide price
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2
Size
1,065 sqft
Type
cottage
Match
74%
- TenureFreehold
- Council taxBand D
- EPCC
- ParkingOn Street
- GardenCommunal Garden
About this home
Key features
- Character throughout
- Cottage garden
- Feature stone walls
- Log burner
- Original fireplace
- Slate roof
- On-street parking
- Communal garden
- EPC rating C
The Full Picture
Everything you need upfront
Facts a buyer or tenant should have before making an offer — in line with the Government's homebuying reform roadmap.
Monthly ownership cost
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£10,119/ month
Mortgage
Est.80% LTV · 4.5% · 30 yrs£Council tax
KnownBand D£Buildings insurance
Est.Typical estimate£Maintenance & repairs
Est.~1% of value / yr£
Property facts
- Tenure
- Freehold
- Council tax
- Band D
- Year built
- 1950
- Heating
- Air Source Heat Pump
- Parking
- On Street
- Garden
- Communal Garden
Energy performance
- A
- B
- CScore 71
- D
- E
- F
- G
The higher the rating, the more energy efficient the property and the lower the fuel bills.
Floorplan & rooms
InteractiveTotal size
1,065 sqft
≈ 99 m²
Key highlights
Where it is
Location & Street View
Where it is
Location & Street View
Approximate location. Drag the Street View to look around; use the Pegman to walk down the road.
Neighbourhood
Area, schools & transport
Neighbourhood
Area, schools & transport
Nearby schools
Closest schools by straight-line distance
Distances are approximate. Always confirm catchment areas and admissions with the local authority.
Transport nearby
Stations & stopsCommute highlights
Estimated travel times to major UK hubs
London Kings Cross
1.5 mi away
Birmingham New Street
100.1 mi away
Bristol Temple Meads
105 mi away
Manchester Piccadilly
161.7 mi away
Leeds
168.4 mi away
Estimates based on straight-line distance. Actual times vary with traffic, changes and service.
Nearby amenities
Commute time
Estimate the journey from Central London, WC2 2BB to your workplace or a place you visit often.
Broadband
Indicative Ofcom-style download speeds. Providers vary.
Mobile coverage
Voice & data indoor/outdoor by network.
- EEIndoor: GoodOutdoor: Good
- VodafoneIndoor: GoodOutdoor: Good
- O2Indoor: GoodOutdoor: Good
- ThreeIndoor: GoodOutdoor: Good
Local market
Market insights
Local market
Market insights
Local market
How this home compares in Central London, WC2 2BB.
Area average
£1,714,244
This home +15%
12m change
+0.9%
Sold prices
Avg £/sqft
£788
This home £1845
Buyer demand
Steady
Running the numbers
Costs & finance
Running the numbers
Costs & finance
Monthly cost breakdown
Freehold · estimated running costs (all editable).
Total monthly cost
£10,188 /mo
£122,251 per year — indicative estimate.
- Mortgage£7,965/mo20% deposit · 4.5% · 30 yr78%
- Council tax (Band D)£188/moIndicative England average2%
- Buildings insurance£197/mo~0.12% of value / yr2%
- Maintenance & repairs£1,638/mo~1.00% of value / yr16%
- Utilities (energy + water)£200/moOfgem typical dual-fuel2%
Investment potential
Would this stack up as a buy-to-let?
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Investment potential
Would this stack up as a buy-to-let?
Investment inputs
AssumptionsAt a glance
Gross yield
0.76%
Net yield
-3.61%
Monthly cashflow
£-5,917
ROI on cash
-11.0%
Sensitivity
Rent −10%
£-6,015/mo · -3.67%
Rent +10%
£-5,818/mo · -3.55%
Rate +1%
£-7,227/mo · -4.41%
Rate −1%
£-4,607/mo · -2.81%
Indicative only — mortgage products, tax treatment and Section 24 relief for higher-rate landlords depend on your personal circumstances. Speak to a broker and an accountant before buying.
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Mortgage calculator
EstimateRepayment mortgage — you pay off capital and interest.
Monthly repayment
£7,965
Loan £1,572,000 · Deposit £393,000 (20%)
£2,070/mo more than interest-only — but you'd own the home outright after 30 years.
- Total interest
- £1,295,434
- Total paid
- £2,867,434
Figures are indicative — your actual rate depends on lender, credit, and product. Speak to a broker before you commit.
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Stamp Duty
Eng & NI · Apr 2025SDLT payable on completion.
Estimated Stamp Duty
£149,550
Effective rate 7.61% on £1,965,000
Scotland (LBTT) and Wales (LTT) have different rates. Confirm with a solicitor before completion.
Mortgage affordability
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Max you could offer
£640,500
Loan up to £247,500 + £393,000 deposit · capped by income (4.5× LTI)
This listing
£1,965,000
Short by £1,324,500 · needs income ~£349,333/yr
- Affordable monthly repayment
- £1,604 /mo
- Required repayment for this home
- £7,965 /mo
- Max loan on 4.5× income
- £247,500
- Deposit as % of listing
- 20.0%
Affordability summary
StretchYou'd need about £349,333/yr income or £1,324,500 more deposit.
Monthly all-in
£9,766 /mo
£7,965 mortgage + £1,801 running · 213% of gross pay
Upfront cash
£548,747
£393,000 deposit + £149,550 SDLT + £6,197 fees
Lender check
Too big
Need £1,572,000 · max on income £247,500
- Loan needed (£1,572,000) exceeds the 4.5× income cap of £247,500
- Monthly all-in (£9,766) breaches your 35% repayment cap of £1,604
- Upfront cash needed (£548,747) leaves little for reserves — plan for surveys, SDLT and fees
UK lenders typically cap borrowing at 4.5× total income and want repayments under ~35–40% of gross pay. Actual offers depend on credit, outgoings, and product — always get an Agreement in Principle.
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Due diligence
Checks, risks & material information
Due diligence
Checks, risks & material information
Check before you buy
Material information for this address — flooding, crime, connectivity, planning, ground conditions and legal notes. Indicative only; verify with your solicitor before exchange.
Flood risk
Crime (last 12 months)
100
/ 1k residents
Medium▲ 4.6% vs previous year
Broadband
942 Mbps
Up to 631 Mbps upload11 providers available at this address.
Mobile coverage
| Network | Indoor voice | Indoor data | Outdoor voice | Outdoor data |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EE | Good | Good | Limited | Good |
| O2 | None | Good | Good | Good |
| Three | Good | Good | Good | Good |
| Vodafone | Good | None | Good | Good |
Planning applications
9within 250 m in the last 12 months
- Pending
Single-storey rear extension
2025/8681/HH · 1 Oct 2025
- Pending
Single-storey rear extension
2026/3681/HH · 15 Apr 2026
- Approved
Change of use to residential
2026/6822/HH · 10 Jul 2026
Ground & environment
Building & legal
Sources (to be integrated): Environment Agency, police.uk, Ofcom, planning.data.gov.uk, GOV.UK EPC register, Coal Authority, UK Radon.
Material information
NTSELAT Parts A/B/C- Tenure
- freehold
- Council tax band
- D
- Price qualifier
- Guide price
Presented in line with National Trading Standards Estate & Letting Agency Team guidance.
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Extension potential
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Sold prices
Based on public sale records for Central London, WC2 2BB and comparable homes nearby.
Property history
Dec 2019
Sold
£1,394,000
+36.7% vs previous
Dec 2018
Sold
£1,020,000
Sold nearby
Avg £1,935,167
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£1,780,000
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Buying, viewing and fees — Central London, WC2 2BB
How do I book a viewing at 2 bedroom cottage, Kingsway, Central London, Central London, WC2 2BB?⌄
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What fees do I pay when buying 2 bedroom cottage, Kingsway, Central London, Central London, WC2 2BB?⌄
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What happens after my offer is accepted?⌄
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Am I eligible to buy this property?⌄
You'll normally need a mortgage in principle or proof of funds before an offer is accepted. Lenders typically advance 4–4.5x income and expect a 5–10% deposit; note this property is freehold, which affects lender criteria and monthly costs. Cash buyers, first-time buyers and chain-free buyers can all offer on this listing.
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