Updated October 2026 · Fraser Bond
Architecture · Georgian
London's Georgian houses
1714–1830era
Sashwindows & symmetry
Listedoften
AreasIslington to Greenwich
In short: Georgian houses, built roughly between 1714 and 1830, are prized for their symmetry, tall sash windows, fanlights, high ceilings and elegant proportions. In London you'll find them in Islington, Spitalfields, Bloomsbury, Marylebone, Clerkenwell, Kennington, Greenwich and Hampstead, among others. Many are listed, so alterations need listed building consent. They can be costly to maintain and heat, but they hold value well. Fraser Bond values, sells and lets period homes across London.
Features
Symmetrical façades, sash windows, fanlights and cornices.
Layout
Tall reception rooms on the raised ground and first floors.
Areas
Islington, Spitalfields, Bloomsbury, Kennington and Greenwich.
Listing
Many are listed; check before altering.
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What makes a house Georgian?
Built roughly 1714–1830, with symmetrical fronts and sash windows.
Can I change windows in a listed house?
Usually only with listed building consent.
Can Fraser Bond value my period home?
Yes.
