Summary - 42 FLAT 4 GREAT SMITH STREET LONDON SW1P 3BU
2 bed 2 bath Apartment
Rarely available oversized flat near central parks and cultural attractions.
Extremely large 1,457 sq ft two-bedroom apartment in Westminster
Moments from St James’s Park, Tate galleries and Parliament
Triple glazing installed for improved noise and thermal performance
Leasehold tenure with average service charge of £3,600 per year
Council tax described as quite expensive — budget accordingly
Early 1980s building; some internal updating likely required
High local crime rates and area classified as very deprived
Excellent broadband and mobile signal; superb local amenities
This unusually large two-bedroom apartment offers rare space in the heart of Westminster, with approximately 1,457 sq ft of accommodation suitable for a family or professional couple wanting central living with room to spread out. The block dates from the early 1980s and sits moments from St James’s Park, the Tate galleries and the Houses of Parliament, placing culture, green space and transport links within easy walking distance.
The layout benefits from generous principal rooms and practical features such as triple glazing and mains gas heating via boiler and radiators. Triple glazing helps with noise reduction in this central location. The property is leasehold and carries an average service charge of £3,600 per year; council tax is described as quite expensive — these running costs are important to factor into the overall purchase budget.
There are genuine opportunities to personalise or modernise parts of the flat to suit contemporary tastes; the building’s construction era and mid-terrace form mean some internal updates may be required depending on buyer preference. Crime levels in the immediate area are reported as high and the local area is classified as very deprived, which should be considered alongside the prime central location and excellent local amenities.
For buyers prioritising location and space, this apartment delivers a rare combination of square footage and central Westminster address. The setting is highly walkable with shops, cafes, restaurants, cultural attractions and strong broadband and mobile connectivity nearby, making it practical for both city working and leisure living.
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