Summary - Highwood Court, N5 N5 1RX
2 bed 2 bath Apartment
Bright top-floor living with parking and fast transport links for city professionals.
Top-floor two-bedroom apartment with vaulted ceilings and private balcony
Two bathrooms including an en-suite; approximate 673 sq ft internal area
Allocated off-street parking and well-kept communal gardens
Excellent transport: Highbury & Islington and Drayton Park within walking distance
Leasehold with c.131 years remaining; fits typical leasehold profile
Service charge £6,625pa and ground rent £300pa — above-average running costs
Building shows external wear; ongoing maintenance expected
Local area records higher crime levels — consider security and insurance
Set on the top floor of a purpose-built block directly off Highbury Fields, this two-bedroom apartment offers a bright, well-proportioned living space with vaulted ceilings and a private balcony overlooking treetops. The layout includes two double bedrooms and two bathrooms (one en-suite), making it comfortable for a professional couple, small family, or as a buy-to-let investment. Allocated off-street parking and well-kept communal gardens add practical convenience in this sought-after N5 location.
Transport links are excellent: Highbury & Islington station (Victoria Line, Overground, Great Northern) and nearby Drayton Park (Great Northern) are within easy walking distance, while Upper Street’s shops, cafés and restaurants are a short stroll away. At approximately 673 sq ft, the apartment feels bright and airy thanks to high ceilings and sizable windows that provide leafy views.
Buyers should note this is a leasehold property with 131 years remaining. Annual costs include a service charge of £6,625 and ground rent of £300; council tax is above average. The building shows some external wear and will require ongoing maintenance, and the local area records higher-than-average crime levels—factors to weigh against the apartment’s location and amenities.
Overall this home suits purchasers seeking a low-management apartment in a prime Highbury position: good transport, a private parking space and communal gardens, with clear potential for cosmetic updates to maximise long-term value.
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