Summary - 42a Cross Street N1 2BA
2 bed 1 bath Apartment
Bright two-bedroom home with generous roof terrace and private entrance.
Own front door — maisonette layout over two floors
Set over the first and second floors with its own front door, this newly renovated two-bedroom maisonette offers comfortable city living in a quiet stretch off Upper Street. A south-facing reception room with deep sash windows and light wood floors fills the home with natural light, while double doors from the kitchen open onto a generous roof terrace — a rare outdoor space for the area.
The upper floor houses two bedrooms, the main with fitted wardrobes, and a bright modern bathroom with a roof light. At 755 sq ft the layout feels well-proportioned for its size and works for first-time buyers seeking space to live and entertain in a central location. Transport links are excellent with Angel and Highbury & Islington stations nearby and frequent buses on Upper Street and Essex Road.
Practical details: the property is leasehold with about 99 years remaining, a service charge of £600 (below average) and a small ground rent of £200. It comes chain-free and has double glazing and modern boiler/radiator heating. The building is period (pre-1900) with solid brick walls and no assumed cavity insulation.
A few factual drawbacks to note: the Energy Performance Certificate is D, reflecting average energy efficiency; the neighbourhood records above-average crime levels; and the tenure is leasehold, which may be important for mortgage or future-sale considerations. Overall this is a well-presented, low-maintenance central home with private outdoor space and strong local amenities.
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