Summary - ABINGDON GARDENS, 40 FLAT 6 ABINGDON VILLAS LONDON W8 6BU
4 bed 3 bath Flat
Spacious first-floor home near parks and top schools, ready to move into.
First-floor lateral apartment with lift access
Double reception room with bay windows and fireplace
Separate modern kitchen with breakfast bar
Main bedroom with dressing room and en-suite
Three further bedrooms and two additional bathrooms
Two balconies and extra communal storage unit in building
Long lease (204 years) but leasehold tenure and high service charge (£4,768)
Edwardian build with solid brick walls, secondary glazing, possible insulation upgrades needed
Set on the first floor of an imposing Edwardian mansion block, this air-conditioned lateral apartment offers generous living space across 2,102 sq ft. A bright double reception with bay windows, separate modern kitchen with breakfast bar, and two balconies make the apartment well suited for family life and entertaining. The principal suite includes a dressing room and en-suite; three further bedrooms and two bathrooms provide flexible sleeping arrangements.
Practical extras include lift access, an additional storage unit within the building and ample built-in storage. The location is a clear strength: short walks to Kensington High Street for shops and transport, and to Holland Park, Kensington Gardens and Hyde Park for recreation. Several well-regarded primary and independent schools are nearby, adding to the appeal for families.
Buyers should note the property is leasehold (long lease of 204 years) with a service charge of £4,768, which is above average. The building dates from 1900–1929 and has solid brick walls with assumed no cavity insulation; windows are secondary glazed. Heating is gas boiler and radiators. Crime levels are reported above the local average, and the age of the building may mean periodic maintenance and upgrades are required.
Overall this is a substantial, characterful W8 residence offering space, storage and excellent local amenities, best suited to families or buyers seeking a spacious Kensington home who can budget for service charges and ongoing maintenance.
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