Summary - Flat 1, Cosmopolitan House, 8 Christina Street EC2A 4AZ
1 bed 1 bath Apartment
Bright open-plan apartment near Liverpool Street for first-time buyers or investors.
Chain-free one-bedroom apartment in central Shoreditch
Bright open-plan living space with high ceilings and large windows
Integrated kitchen appliances; modern, high-spec bathroom
Built 2003–2006 by Waugh Thistleton using sustainable materials
Leasehold with 106 years remaining; service charge ~£3,200 pa
Ground rent approximately £300 pa; council tax band unknown
On-site garage parking available; fast broadband and excellent signal
Local area: excellent transport, but crime levels are very high
Set in the heart of Shoreditch, this chain-free one-bedroom apartment offers bright, open-plan living and efficient city access. The reception flows into a fitted kitchen with integrated appliances, while large windows and high ceilings create an airy, loft-like feel ideal for modern urban life.
The double bedroom includes built-in wardrobes and is served by a high-spec contemporary bathroom. The block was built 2003–2006 by Waugh Thistleton using sustainable materials and energy-efficient systems, so running costs may benefit from modern construction and community heating.
Practical notes: the flat is leasehold with 106 years remaining, an annual service charge around £3,200 and ground rent circa £300. There is an on-site garage and excellent broadband and mobile signal, but local crime levels are very high — an important consideration for buyers and lettings.
This property suits a first-time buyer or investor seeking a well-situated, low-maintenance pied-à-terre or rental near Liverpool Street and Old Street. It offers straightforward modern living in a vibrant, well-connected central location, with scope to personalise the finish if desired.
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