Summary - Apartment 84, Roman House, Wood Street EC2Y 5AG
1 bed 1 bath Flat
High-spec city apartment with concierge, gym and long lease for investors.
Long lease circa 991 years, chain free sale
581 sq ft one-bedroom with underfloor heating throughout
24-hour concierge, residents' gym and lift access
High-spec fittings: Siemens appliances, zoned lighting, walk-in wardrobe
Above-average service charge £6,828 per year
Ground rent £500 per year; Council Tax Band E (above average)
Very high local crime rate — affects insurance and tenant perceptions
Excellent transport links; Farringdon Crossrail nearby, strong rental demand
Set on the second floor of Roman House, this 581 sq ft one-bedroom apartment offers turnkey, high-spec City living aimed at buy-to-let investors or professionals seeking low-management homes. The flat benefits from underfloor heating, integrated Siemens appliances, zoned lighting and a walk-in wardrobe, all within a landmark Berkeley Homes refurbishment. Residents’ amenities include a 24-hour concierge, on-site gym and lift access.
The location by the Barbican places the property in the heart of central London’s cultural and transport hub, with Moorgate, Barbican, Farringdon (Crossrail) and St Paul’s within easy reach — a strong rental draw for commuters and cultural tenants. The long lease (circa 991 years) removes a common leasehold concern and the sale is offered chain free for a straightforward purchase.
Buyers should note the material running costs: an above-average service charge of £6,828 per year, ground rent of £500 and council tax at Band E. The area records very high crime levels — a factor to weigh when assessing tenant demand and insurance costs. Overall, the apartment presents a high-spec, low-maintenance asset in an excellent central location, but investors must factor service charges and local safety considerations into yield forecasts.
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