In this month’s guest blog, the team at Marsh & Parsons Balham focus on the increasing popularity of outside space for prospective tenants – they also roundup some of the best properties on their books that tick this box!

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At the start of the summer, Rightmove reported that lockdown caused a change in the types of properties renters are looking for, with the biggest change being the desire for access to a garden. That’s a trend we’ve seen carry on at Marsh & Parsons: whether applicants want a garden, a roof terrace or balcony, outside space has become increasingly popular for many prospective tenants.

The lettings market here in Balham is no different. Ben Hayes, Senior Lettings Manager at Marsh & Parsons Balham, says ‘with most people working from home, outside space is at a premium. If a property has a garden or balcony it will certainly stand out; we’re finding tenants who will be willing to offer the asking price or above to secure them.

‘To give you an example, a two-bedroom garden flat on Honeybrook Road was recently let with a three-year contract, and a property on Hazelbourne Road received two competing offers at above the asking price before being let for two years. Another trend we’re seeing is tenants wanting to secure longer contracts, which is understandable given the current climate.’

It’s clear that outside space is now an important factor for many Lettings applicants. If you’re one of them, and hoping to move to or within Balham this autumn, we’ve rounded up the best properties on our books – all with outside space.

Byrne Road, SW12

This fantastic house offers a stunning south-facing grass garden, as well as a spacious reception room with a bay window, a modern eat-in kitchen, five good-sized double bedrooms, three bathrooms and a separate WC. The property boasts stunning period features and high ceilings, as well as two off-street parking spaces.

Lysias Road, SW12

This newly refurbished two double bedroom flat has a charming private patio garden, a bright and spacious reception room leading to a kitchen, and two good-sized double bedrooms. It’s ideally located for the amenities of Clapham South, and local transport links into the city and the West End.
 

Malwood Road, SW12

This wonderful one-bedroom apartment has a spacious reception room that benefits from a Juliet balcony, a separate contemporary kitchen, a good-sized double bedroom with fitted wardrobes and a modern bathroom. The flat is neutrally decorated and boasts wooden floors throughout, and is located on a popular road just moments from the shops, bars and cafes of Balham Hill and the open spaces of Clapham Common.
 

Hazelbourne Road, SW12

This charming period property has a lovely private patio garden perfect for catching the sun. Other highlights include a spacious reception room with wooden floors, a beautiful feature fireplace and lovely high ceilings, as well as a fitted kitchen, a modern bathroom and two well-proportioned bedrooms. Hazelbourne Road is locally known as one of the best roads in Clapham South and is ideally located for access to the Common.

If you would like to discuss the Balham lettings market, you can reach Ben Hayes and the Balham lettings team on 020 8673 4377.

Hunting for the perfect home in Balham? Take a look at our list of properties to let here.

Marsh & Parsons Balham is an award-winning estate agent and one of our valued Community Partners. Find them at 45 Balham Hill, SW12 9DR. Call Carys (sales) or Ben (lettings) on 020 8033 4114.

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