£495,000
1 bed flat for saleCity Road, London EC1V
1 bed
1 bath
1 reception
EPC Rating: B
- Leasehold
Strutt & Parker - Islington
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About this property
One double bedroom
Kitchen / sitting room
Bathroom
Utility cupboard
Entrance Hall
Lift
Communal gym & pool
Park & City Road Basin
Modern build
Secure bicycle storage
Fronted by City Road basin a tributary of the Regents Canal, the apartment sits in one of three prime development buildings in this stunning location.
The apartment itself has been remodelled and updated under present ownership, principally moving the kitchen to make for a better space and flow.
The open-plan sitting room/kitchen has hardwood engineered oak flooring (in herringbone pattern) with stylish wall mounted radiators. The contemporary kitchen units were improved and now accommodate the full range of integrated appliances, as to be expected. There are two large windows in the sitting room making it feel light and spacious. The room has space to accommodate larger soft furnishings and cabinetry.
On entering the apartment, there is a generous hall with space for shoes/coats and a video intercom system. The hall leads into the double bedroom with bespoke fitted wardrobes and drawers creating useful clothes storage. The room has full length window and wall mounted radiator.
Adjacent to the bedroom is a well presented cloak/bathroom with combined bath/shower fitted. The use of large format tiles and vanity sink unit affords a stylish and contemporary feel. A utility cupboard housing the boiler and washing machine also offers useful storage.
Externally, there is separate secure bicycle storage and included in the service charge, the use of a fully equipped gymnasium, swimming pool with steam room and sauna in the Lexicon building.
In all, this is a very well presented apartment with ease of access to good transportation links from Old Street Station and Angel Tube Station (Northern Line).
Terms
Tenure: Leasehold - years unexpired 125 Years.
Local Authority: London Borough of Islington
Council Tax: D
EPC: G
Service Charge: £3,404.60 2025/26 Inc. Access to gym, pool, sauna & steam room.
Ground Rent: £250 p.a. Fixed 25 years
Services: Mains electricity, water & drainage (Clever Energy Electric Central Heating).
Managing Agent: Clarion Housing
Fixture & Fittings: Certain items are excluded from sale, but may be available by seperate negotiation.
Important Note: EWS1 Certicication has been approved and completed.
216C City Road is extremely well located close to Old Street station. The property is within striking distance of the main financial centres of the City of London, with links to Canary Wharf. The legal district at Holborn, tech at Kings Cross and entertainment in the West End are also a journeys ride.
Adjacent to the building are Graham Street Gardens and Playground, Islington Boat Club, Regents Canoe Club and the City Road Basin. The basin affords a pleasant aesthetic and attracts a variety of wildlife and migrating birds.
The property is also within striking distance of a number of popular destinations, including the independent shops, cafés, restaurants and amenities at Angel and Camden Passage, Chapel Market, Exmouth Market and Clerkenwell and at the Barbican. Pleasant walks can be enjoyed along the Regents Canal with access to Coals Drop Yard, Broadway Market and Victoria Park.
This is the perfect opportunity to acquire a very well presented apartment, ideally suited for first time buyers, young professionals, downsizes, investors, commuters and those looking for a pied-a-terre
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Tenure
Leasehold (124 years)
Service charge
£3,405 per year
Council tax band
D
Ground rent
£250
Ground rent date of next review