Your D&G Guide to East Putney

East Putney Area Guide

Why Look at Property in East Putney?
According to Simon Barker, our East Putney sales manager and estate agent, East Putney property is highly sought after by young professionals and families, thanks to the excellent transport facilities available. These include Putney Mainline station (15 minutes into Waterloo) and East Putney underground station. Properties in the area are also traditionally cheaper than those in West Putney – you’ll find a house for sale in East Putney offers more value for money per square foot.

Another reason to look at property for sale in East Putney is the close proximity to Putney High Street, with its selection of shops, cinemas and restaurants. The delightful open space of Wandsworth Park, with its river walk and children’s playground, also draws families to East Putney properties.

A one bedroom flat for sale in East Putney typically starts at £220,000, while a five bedroom house could sell for up to £1,500,000.  There’s no doubt that East Putney property prices have appreciated in recent years, and Douglas and Gordon are confident selling all types of property in such a well sought-after area, which offers buyers a better option to buying in Clapham, Battersea or Wimbledon Village.

Property for Rent in Putney
The lettings department reflects the buoyancy of the sales market, with East Putney property to rent seeing similar increases. Georgie Le Hardy, Douglas & Gordon’s manager and letting agent in Putney, says that rental prices recently rose by 15-20%. In addition, says Georgie, a growing number of relocation agents are consulting local letting agents to find property for rent in East Putney for their clients. Putney’s increasing popularity as a rental destination is reflected in the prices: a studio flat in East Putney currently fetches £210 per week, while a five-bedroom two-bathroom house will go for £1500 per week.

East Putney’s selection of bars and cafes also attracts young single people and couples looking for vibrant nightlife after work and at weekends. A stylish riverside flat for rent in East Putney appeals to younger tenants looking for London property at the recently completed Putney Wharf Tower or the soon-to-be-developed Ram Brewery. On the other hand, a growing family will love a Victorian house for rent in East Putney, close to the Common, where they can enjoy the area’s village atmosphere.

As Georgie says, “Putney offers everyone country living within London.” Contact our leading East Putney estate agent, Emma, or letting agent, Georgie, to find out more about our great selection of East Putney property available to buy or let.

Shopping & Food

Putney has an eclectic mix of restaurants and pubs offering something for all tastes. For those who prefer to cook, there are specialist supermarkets as well as the reliable Sainsbury's and Waitrose.

The High Street offers many independent and chain stores catering for all ages. The Putney Exchange Shopping Centre, with its convenient parking and numerous coffee shops, is particularly popular on rainy days.

Culture & Leisure

Attractions include a wide range of chain stores and independent shops, a cinema, a leisure centre and an arts theatre, while the School of Art and Design offers classes to beginners. Putney has a long associated with music, and regular live performances take place in popular venues such as the Halfmoon Pub. Putney Bridge is also the starting point for the famous Oxford v Cambridge Boat Race which has kept a stronghold on rowing with 20 riverside clubs locally.

Services

The convenience of mainline services into Waterloo and the District Tube services into Victoria or the city make Putney highly commuter friendly. The area also has speedy access out of London via the A3, which is a huge benefit.

Putney boasts several green open spaces including Wandsworth Park and Putney Common and Heath. The area also offers excellent state and private schooling, making it perfect for young families. There is a good library and a top-notch council-run leisure centre, as well as other private gyms.