Summary - Apt 58, Mitchian Grand Union Building, 55 Northgate Street LE3 5BZ
1 bed 1 bath Flat
Contemporary city apartment with rooftop views, ideal for first-time buyers..
- Third-floor canal-facing apartment with Juliet balcony
- Modern 2021 build, open-plan living/kitchen, integrated appliances
- Communal rooftop terrace with panoramic city views
- Long lease (996 years) and lift access to all floors
- No resident parking; on-street parking only
- Electric room heaters (no central heating) may raise bills
- Service charge approximately £1,016 per year
- Located in a busy student neighbourhood; crime rate is high
A bright one-bedroom apartment in a recent 2021 development, ideal for first-time buyers seeking a compact city base or buy-to-let potential. The open-plan living/kitchen is light-filled with floor-to-ceiling windows and a Juliet balcony overlooking the canal, while fitted appliances and contemporary finishes give a move-in ready feel.
The building’s communal roof-top terrace provides wide city views and extra outdoor space rarely found at this price. Practical benefits include lift access, long lease (996 years) and a manageable footprint of 452 sq ft that suits single occupancy or a professional couple.
Be clear about the trade-offs: there is no resident parking and heating is by electric room heaters, which can be more costly than central systems. The development sits in a busy, multicultural student neighbourhood with a higher-than-average crime rate — factors to consider for owner-occupiers and investors. Service charges average £1,016 per year and council tax is band B.
Overall this apartment is a convenient, modern city-centre option with strong rental appeal and low immediate maintenance. It suits buyers who prioritise location, new-build convenience and rooftop amenity over on-site parking and traditional central heating.
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