1 bed flat for sale

Aberdeen Park, London N5

Positioned on a quiet street in the heart of Highbury, this bright one-bedroom apartment has been thoughtfully renovated by its current owner. It sits on the top floor of a mid-century building, with tall glazing that floods the living spaces with light and captures far-reaching, treetop-skimming views. The excellent location provides plenty of transport links to central London as well as the independent shops and cafés of Highbury Park.

The Tour

Heading up to the second floor from the communal area, a canary yellow hallway immediately sets the tone for this bright, modern apartment. There is space for bike storage, with cork flooring running underfoot and throughout.

The open-plan living and kitchen room has a generous bank of glazing at the easterly end of the room, as well as a Juliet balcony. There is plenty of space for a dining table next to the white plywood breakfast bar, which has space for two chairs. The kitchen has integrated appliances and a porcelain backsplash with eye-catching marble-effect tiles.

There is a bright bedroom adjacent, with original built-in storage around the bed and a large tilt-and-turn window. Original white mosaic tiling and the fanlight above the door in the bathroom uphold the building’s modernist integrity.

Outdoor Space

Residents of Aberdeen Park benefit from a well-tended communal garden and free on-street parking.

The Area

Aberdeen Park is perfectly positioned for the best of Highbury, Islington and neighbouring Stoke Newington. It is a short walk to Highbury and Islington station (for Overground and Victoria Line services) through Highbury Fields, which has tennis courts, a playground and a swimming pool. The much-admired shops and restaurants of Highbury are all within easy reach, as is Highbury Barn with its wonderful butcher Godfrey’s, Da Mario deli and the excellent original branch of La Fromagerie.

Nearby Highbury Fields is a minute's walk from the apartment, making it an extremely close option for greenery and activities. Nearby Newington Green is home to contemporary café and bakery Jolene, a greengrocer, an Italian deli, a florist and a health food shop, as well as numerous restaurants. King’s Cross and Coal Drops Yard are within easy reach, and the Regent’s Canal path at Angel is a short walk from the house.

The nearest station is Canonbury, for London Overground services towards Shoreditch High Street and Stratford (Jubilee Line and Central Line, and DLR). The Highbury and Islington underground is a 15-minute walk for the Victoria line. There are also very good bus routes and a fast train into the city from nearby Drayton Park station.

Tenure: Leasehold / Lease Length: Approx. 88 years remaining / Service Charge: Approx. £1416 per annum / Ground Rent: Approx. £10 per annum / Council Tax Band: C