Summary - MICHAEL CLIFFE HOUSE FLAT 171 SKINNER STREET LONDON EC1R 0LN
1 bed 1 bath Apartment
Refurbished 20th-floor one-bed with panoramic city views and long lease.
20th-floor flat with panoramic London views and lift access
Newly refurbished one-bedroom with integrated kitchen appliances
614 sq ft — efficient layout for single occupant or couple
Long lease (~179 years) and low ground rent (£10)
Daytime concierge, intercom entry, built-in storage and utility cupboard
Service charge c. £2,495 pa — notable ongoing cost
System-built 1950s–60s construction; assumed no wall insulation
Community mains-gas heating — communal system affects bills
Set on the 20th floor of Michael Cliffe House, this recently refurbished one-bedroom flat offers modern, low-maintenance living in the heart of Clerkenwell. The open-plan kitchen and reception are bright and sleek, with integrated appliances and neutral finishes that suit first-time buyers seeking turnkey central London accommodation. Panoramic views across the city are a standout feature, visible from the living area.
Practical comforts include built-in bedroom wardrobes, a utility cupboard, daytime concierge, lift access and an intercom entry system. The 614 sq ft layout feels efficient for a single occupant or couple and benefits from double glazing installed after 2002. The long lease (approx. 179 years) and low ground rent are positive tenure factors for mortgage lenders and future buyers.
Be upfront about ongoing costs: the annual service charge is approximately £2,495 and heating is via a community mains-gas scheme, which can influence bills and management decisions. The building dates from the 1950s–60s and is of system-built construction with assumed no wall insulation, so thermal performance may be less efficient than modern builds.
Location is a major draw — between Angel and Farringdon with fast transport links, Exmouth Market amenities, and strong rental demand nearby (appealing to investors as well). Note local area indicators: inner-city cosmopolitan character, higher deprivation metrics, and average crime levels. This is a compact, stylish central flat that suits buyers prioritising location, views and a recently refurbished finish over private outdoor space or rural calm.
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