Renovated 2-bed fifth-floor apartment with concierge, near Covent Garden transport and culture..
Two double bedrooms, both with en-suite shower rooms
Open-plan kitchen and reception with abundant natural light
Comfort cooling, newly renovated with high-spec finishes
Fifth-floor flat with lift and concierge service
Leasehold with 987 years remaining; ground rent £450
Community heating scheme (main heating) — check service charges
Central WC2B location near Covent Garden, Holborn, Temple stations
Very high local crime and high area deprivation — consider security
Set within the striking 1920s Princes House on Kingsway, this recently renovated fifth-floor apartment combines period character with contemporary finishes. The open-plan kitchen and reception benefits from large windows, comfort cooling and a neutral palette that suits modern city living. Both double bedrooms have en-suite shower rooms and there is a guest WC, making the layout practical for sharers or a professional couple.
Residents benefit from lift access, concierge service and secure entry, and the flat sits quietly to the rear of the building. Transport links are excellent with Covent Garden, Holborn and Temple stations close by, and numerous theatres, restaurants and amenities within easy walking distance.
Important practical points: the property is leasehold (long lease remaining — 987 years) with an annual ground rent of £450 and a community heating scheme. The area is an inner-city, multicultural student neighbourhood with very high crime statistics and notable deprivation indicators; buyers should weigh safety and management arrangements when considering suitability.
This apartment will suit buyers prioritising central London convenience, high-spec turn-key condition and rental or pied-à-terre potential. It’s less suitable for those seeking suburban quiet, large private outdoor space or low local crime levels.