When property experts talk about areas becoming up and coming, Leytonstone fits the bill perfectly. Having benefitted from the continued regeneration of east London in recent years, and just a short hop into central London, it is an area which is going places.
It’s why many families and professionals are choosing to settle down here. But how can you create the home of your dreams in Leytonstone if your budget doesn’t quite agree? The answer, of course, lies in the form of a loft conversion. Leytonstone homeowners can start small, then expand into the loft to create the perfect property.
How can a loft conversion benefit a Leytonstone property?
According to Zoopla, in April 2021, the average house price in Leytonstone stood at just under £550,000. A large proportion of the properties in the area are terraced houses, many of which go for above and beyond the average price for this location. This means that for many – and in particular, families – buying a big enough house to suit their requirements is out of budget.
It’s easy to see why property is selling at these prices and why people are keen to buy in Leytonstone. Residents living in the E10 and E11 postcode are able to enjoy a bustling bar scene and plenty of restaurants, making it a social place to live, as well as knowing that they have a wealth of both primary and secondary schools to choose from for their children.
Leytonstone is also just 20 minutes into the City of London, with Liverpool Street Station being just five stops away on the Central Line. Perfect, therefore, for that all-important work-life balance.
But suppose you can’t afford this lifestyle. In that case, you may have to start small, perhaps buy a terraced or semi-detached property and extend into the loft, ensuring that you don’t sacrifice any outdoor space yet still creating a much-desired Leytonstone family home.
How can a loft conversion help me create a Leytonstone family home?
It may well be that you bought a semi-detached or terraced house as a single person or a professional couple, but now you’re ready to start a family. When this happens, many of us find we need a little extra space. If you want to keep your Leytonstone lifestyle, then a loft conversion is the perfect answer.
Build up into your loft, and you won’t lose any outdoor space, which is often something of a luxury in Leytonstone, not to mention a benefit that you won’t want to lose with a young family around.
In the newly created attic room, you could make a child’s bedroom - or perhaps two depending on space – or give yourself a master suite, complete with an ensuite bathroom. The latter will also have longevity and will add appeal to any future buyers of your property, as people in the area seek to find their luxurious lifestyle close to the city centre.
You could also wholly re-jig the downstairs of your property. Suppose you can combine your loft extension with an extension elsewhere (into the side return, for example) by renovating your property in Leytonstone. In that case, you could give yourself a perfect family space in what was originally a smaller house.
Can I renovate a property in Leytonstone to suit my professional lifestyle?
Of course, if you aren’t looking for a family home and would perhaps like to add an attic conversion in order to complement your professional style, this is also achievable. For example, you could create a dedicated home office in the extra space a Leytonstone loft conversion provides. This will really help with work-life balance, as you can shut the door at the end of a busy day and head downstairs. The perfect solution if you’ve been finding yourself working from home more of late.
Alternatively, why not add a home gym into the loft, or create a cinema room? These could form the components of your dream home that you’re currently lacking.
Need more ideas for a loft conversion Leytonstone homeowners will love? Get in touch with Bespoke Lofts
Whatever design ideas you may have for your loft conversion, Leytonstone residents can trust Bespoke Lofts to bring them to life. With our 25 years experience working in this area of East London, we’ve seen how trends and lifestyles have changed. In turn, we know how to help you achieve the property of your dreams with the help of an attic conversion.
Get in touch today to see how we can help you to create your dream home in Leytonstone and check out our gallery of loft conversions idea you may like.