3, Elm Row

No. 3, Elm Row, is a terraced house dating from circa 1720, which was significantly refaced in the late 19th century by the building firm CB King Ltd. The house is constructed of red brick with bright red brick dressings. It features a late 19th century patterned tile mansard roof and two sash windows. The property extends over three storeys, with an attic and basement.

The house has a double-fronted facade with five windows. The doorcase is detailed with a moulded hood supported by carved consoles. The doorway is framed by a 19th century reeded surround, an elaborate patterned fanlight, and a half-glazed door. The windows are slightly recessed and have gauged red brick segmental arches and dressings, with exposed window boxing. The central first-floor window is distinguished by a moulded brick architrave incorporating a fleur-de-lys keystone and cornice. Plain brick bands are visible at floor levels. A lead rainwater head and pipe are also present.

The interior was not inspected, but is noted to retain panelling. Historically, the house was the home of Sir Henry Cole, founder of the Kensington Museum (now the Victoria & Albert Museum) and a postal reformer, from 1879 to 1880.