Summary - SHAKESPEARE TOWER FLAT 173 BARBICAN LONDON EC2Y 8DR
3 bed 2 bath Apartment
Bright three-bedroom home with concierge and residents’ gardens.
Panoramic city views from 17th-floor balconies off each principal room
Set high on the 17th floor of Shakespeare Tower, this Type 8C three-bedroom apartment delivers spectacular panoramic views and bright, floor-to-ceiling windows with balconies off each principal room. The layout suits family life with two bathrooms (family bath plus separate shower room), built-in wardrobes in every bedroom and a generous entry cupboard for coats and storage. Underfloor heating is included in the service charge.
Residents benefit from 24-hour concierge, three lifts, and use of the estate gardens, plus immediate access to the Barbican’s cultural amenities and excellent transport links including the Elizabeth Line. The flat is chain free and comes with an extended lease to 2197; ground rent is a peppercorn. Parking is available by separate negotiation with the City of London.
Practical considerations are clear: the apartment needs some cosmetic updating — areas of dated carpet and finishes are apparent — and the service charge is high (estimated £12,172 pa). Council tax is also described as quite expensive, and local crime levels are above average. These factors are offset by the size (circa 1,205 sq ft), central location, strong schools nearby and the longer-term value of a landmark Barbican address.
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