Melgund Road, Highbury, London, N5

Located on a quiet, tree-lined residential street just moments from Highbury Fields, this substantial five double bedroom red-brick Victorian family home offers impressive proportions and character throughout. Spanning just over 1,700 square feet, the property requires modernisation but presents a great opportunity for a new owner to create and tailor a home to their own specification.

The property enjoys a south-facing aspect to the front, bathing the interiors in natural light. The property retains several original features including ceiling roses, ornate cornicing, original ornate fireplaces several framed with beautiful mantelpieces and original wooden floorboards.

This property enjoys a tranquil position, yet is a short walk to Highbury & Islington Station (providing access to the Victoria Line, London Overground and Great Northern), Holloway Road Tube Station (Piccadilly Line) and Drayton Park Station (which provides direct access to Moorgate). Furthermore, the vibrant Upper Street, Holloway Road and Highbury Barn are on hand, providing a wealth of, bars, restaurants, delicatessens and independent boutique shops.

A further key attraction is the property falls within the catchment of St Mary Magdalene Academy rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted.