Which neighbourhoods should I look in?

[ZippyFish]

I have been looking for 2 bed period conversion houses up to £450k for last 3 months with no luck in Brockley - Sydenham. I am a single female lawyer in early 30s with long working hours so want 45min commute to the city. Can someone help if I should expand my search to other areas? Not looking for ex-council or flats. Garden or parking is nice to have but not must have. Would like a non-grotty area. Currently living in East Dulwich but understand nothing is affordable here in my budget. Is this even realistic? Also, don’t want to do any work.

Hi @ZippyFish I have a flat that I am about to put on the market that fits the bill. It's a really lovely flat, two double bedrooms with a garden. I have had it since 2007 but for various personal reasons I am selling it. I wanted to keep it forever! I have sent you a PM and happy to share details and photos. I don't have a link yet as it's not yet gone on the market but I imagine it will sell quite quickly.

Penge is worth considering. Just voted coolest place in London in a Sunday Times article. And this is a great alms house building in the heart of Penge, minutes from two stations on different lines.

https://www.zoopla.co.uk/for-sale/details/69689446

Another flat is available in the same building https://www.zoopla.co.uk/for-sale/details/70229693

Slough - Elizabeth Line to Liverpool St.
3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale in Kings Road, Slough SL1
3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale in Almond Road, Burnham, SL1
3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale in Slough, SL1, SL1

Thank you all, this is very helpful and hope I find something in one of these neighbourhoods!