Rare 4-bed lateral apartment in St Mary Abbots Court — vast space, prime location, needs modernisation..
Four double bedrooms, two en suite, large lateral layout
Nearly 2,450 sq ft internal living space on sixth floor
Porter, lift access and communal gardens
Chain free; share of freehold with c.955 years remaining
Requires full modernisation; sold needing renovation
Secondary glazing, timber-frame walls assumed without insulation
Very slow broadband speeds; plan for upgraded connectivity
High local crime rate and very expensive council tax
Set within the red-brick elegance of St Mary Abbots Court, this lateral sixth-floor apartment delivers nearly 2,450 sq ft of flexible family living moments from Kensington High Street. The layout includes a large south-facing reception with high ceilings and a bay window, a kitchen/breakfast room with utility cupboard, separate study, four double bedrooms (two en suite) and plentiful built-in storage. Communal features include a porter, lift access and well-kept communal gardens.
The home is sold chain free with a long lease (share of freehold and circa 955 years). Its size, configuration and location make it rare in the area and attractive for families seeking roomy, central accommodation or for buyers looking to add value through a sympathetic modernisation.
Practical considerations are important: the apartment requires renovation and modernisation throughout, currently has secondary glazing and assumed timber-frame walls with no insulation, and heating is provided by a mains-gas boiler and radiators. Broadband speeds are reported as very slow, and council tax is very expensive. The property is in an area with high recorded crime, which should be considered when planning security and insurance.
This is a substantial, characterful Kensington home with clear potential for a bespoke renovation. Buyers seeking turnkey finish may find the works required prohibitive, but those aiming to create a bespoke, generous family residence in a prime location will find this a compelling canvas.