Summary - DEFOE HOUSE FLAT 102 BARBICAN LONDON EC2Y 8ND
1 bed 1 bath Apartment
Bright top-floor one-bedroom with garden views and long lease.
Top-floor apartment with dramatic barrel-vaulted ceilings
Set within the iconic Barbican Estate, this top-floor one-bedroom apartment offers striking barrel-vaulted ceilings and abundant natural light from a south-facing reception. A private balcony overlooks the residents’ gardens with a distant view of St Paul’s, creating a rare quiet city outlook. The apartment is in excellent condition but retains the original kitchen and bathroom, both naturally lit — an opportunity for cosmetic updating if desired.
Practical comforts include underfloor heating (included in the service charge), generous built-in storage, a lift and 24-hour porterage. The extended lease (to 2196) and peppercorn ground rent provide long-term security. Excellent transport links are nearby — Elizabeth Line at Farringdon, plus Liverpool Street and several Tube connections — ideal for central London professionals.
Notable ongoing costs and considerations: the estimated service charge is relatively high (£6,130 pa), council tax is above average, and on-site car parking/bike storage must be negotiated separately with the City of London. The local crime rate is above average for the area; buyers should factor that into due diligence. The property is offered chain-free, making relocation straightforward.
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