Cardinal Close, South Croydon, Greater London

Listed 16 Sept 2026 · Croydon
THE PROPERTY Ideally located within close proximity to both Riddlesdown and Purley mainline railway stations, this substantial five-bedroom semi-detached home offers generous accommodation arranged over three floors, a delightful garden, and excellent access to local schools, shops, and amenities.
The ground floor welcomes you with a bright and spacious through lounge/dining room, featuring a bay window to the front and glazed doors to the rear that open onto an attractive decked veranda, seamlessly blending indoor and outdoor living. The separate kitchen is fitted with a range of wall and base units, integrated oven, and gas hob, and provides convenient access to the side of the property. To the first floor are three well-proportioned bedrooms, including two generous doubles, all served by a family bathroom. The second floor hosts a further double bedroom with stunning far-reaching views and its own ensuite shower room, along with an additional bedroom currently used as a study, complete with useful eaves storage.
Outside, the beautifully maintained rear garden extends to approximately 80ft and is mainly laid to a level lawn, offering a great space for children to play or for relaxing and entertaining. A large double garage sits to the rear, providing ample storage. To the front of the property, there is driveway parking for one vehicle.
THE LOCATION Education Purley and the surrounding areas are well known for their very good choice of reputable schools including Margaret Roper Catholic, St. Nicholas, Christ Church and Beaumont at primary level and preparatory schools to include Cumnor House, St. David's and Laleham Lea. At senior level there is John Fisher, Riddlesdown Collegiate and Woodcote and private sector senior schools in the area include Whitgift, Trinity and Croydon High. Local Grammar schools include Wallington County, Wallington Girls and Wilsons Boys.
Sports & Leisure There are numerous facilities in the area including Purley Sports Club with its squash, cricket and tennis courts and there are two golf courses in Purley as well as a number of individual tennis and bowls clubs. There are also plenty of opportunities to relax and socialise in the many local restaurants and cafes.
Transport Purley station provides rail services to London Bridge (from 25 minutes), London Victoria (from 24 minutes) and Gatwick (from 26 minutes) whilst Riddlesdown and Reedham will get you to London Bridge from 23 & 32 minutes and Victoria from 26 & 37 minutes respectively. Numerous bus services provide transport to all the surrounding and the M25/M23 intersection at Hooley is approximately 4-5 miles away. Gatwick and Heathrow Airports are within about 30 and 60 minutes drive respectively.
PROOF OF IDENTITY CHECKS: Upon acceptance of an offer, we are required by law to check the identity of each purchaser. Our charge for this is £25 plus VAT (£30 inclusive VAT) for each person. A sale will not commence until these checks have been completed satisfactorily.
MATERIAL INFORMATION MATERIAL INFORMATION: Part B
PROPERTY CONSTRUCTION TYPE: Brick
COUNCIL TAX: Band E - £3177.67 per annum MAINS ELECTRICITY: Yes - Octopus MAINS GAS: Yes - Octopus MAINS WATER: Yes - SES MAINS DRAINS & SEWERAGE: Yes - SES
HEATING FUEL: Gas HEATING TYPE: Radiators AIR CONDITIONING: No
PARKING: Driveway, garage and on street EV CHARGING: No BROADBAND: Cable - Sky
MATERIAL INFORMATION: Part C
RESTRICTIONS/RESTRICTIVE COVENANTS: None RIGHTS & EASEMENTS: No FLOOD RISK: Very low
DETAILS OF PLANNING PERMISSIONS: None DETAILS OF BUILDING REGULATIONS: Loft conversion carried out by previous owner BUILDING SAFETY: None ACCESSABILITY/ADAPTIONS: None
COALFIELD/MINING AREA: No DETAILS OF PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT IN THE AREA: None
Arrow keys move the map, Shift with an arrow moves it further, plus and minus zoom, Home returns to the first view.
1 on this map
Median sold prices in CR8 over the last 12 months: flat £292k · detached £800k · semi-detached £570k · terraced £419k.
| Address | Type | Sold | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1a, St James Road Purley CR8 2DL | Detached Freehold | 25 Mar 2026 | £625,000 |
| 32 St James Road Purley CR8 2DL | Detached Freehold | 31 Jul 2025 | £940,000 |
| Vicarage, 1b, St James Road Purley CR8 2DL | Detached Freehold | 12 Apr 2024 | £710,000 |
Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2026. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. All sales in CR8
Estimates only, using rates in force from April 2025. Check GOV.UK, Revenue Scotland or the Welsh Revenue Authority and speak to a mortgage adviser before you offer.
Listed by Walter & Mair, Coulsdon on Rightmove (original listing). First listed 16 Sept 2026; details checked 7 Nov 2026. Latest change: added on 16/09/2026.
Disclaimer - Property reference 103249003270. The information displayed about this property comprises a property advertisement. Rightmove.co.uk makes no warranty as to the accuracy or completeness of the advertisement or any linked or associated information, and Rightmove has no control over the content. This property advertisement does not constitute property particulars. The information is provided and maintained by Walter & Mair, Coulsdon. Please contact the selling agent or developer directly to obtain any information which may be available under the terms of The Energy Performance of Buildings (Certificates and Inspections) (England and Wales) Regulations 2007 or the Home Report if in relation to a residential property in Scotland.


