Summary - Canonbury Lane, London N1 N1 2AS
4 bed 3 bath Semi-Detached
Exceptional live-work opportunity with panoramic city views and flexible floorplan.
Over 5,500 sq ft of combined residential and commercial space
Freehold Victorian pair united as one large multi-storey residence
Fourth-floor studio with full-height glazing and south-facing terrace
Vacant commercial unit with glazed shopfront and basement access
Four bedrooms, three bathrooms; two reception rooms and kitchen/diner
Small, stepped walled garden accessed from several levels
Council tax is quite expensive; budget for higher running costs
Local crime levels higher than average for the borough
A rare, enormous freehold combining two Victorian buildings on a peaceful Canonbury corner, offered with vacant commercial space. The house delivers more than 5,500 sq ft across multiple floors, including a bold fourth-floor studio extension with a full-height glazed wall and wide south-facing terrace with elevated city views. The property suits buyers seeking significant live/work potential or a high-end conversion and rental opportunity.
The layout provides flexible living: two double receptions, a kitchen/dining room, four bedrooms, three bathrooms and two staircases linking generous accommodation over several levels. The commercial ground and lower-ground units form an L-shaped plan with a glazed shopfront, cellar workspace and direct garden access, currently used informally by a local shop and offered with vacant possession.
Outside space is compact but well-designed: a stepped, walled garden accessed from multiple levels and the commercial unit. The modern rooftop extension introduces contemporary light and stainless-steel fittings that contrast with the original Victorian brickwork and high ceilings throughout. Transport, schools and Upper Street amenities are all within easy walking distance.
Important considerations: the plot is small for the building’s scale and council tax is high. The area records higher crime levels than average for Islington, and broadband speeds are only average despite excellent mobile signal. Buyers should budget for ongoing maintenance and potential refurbishment to fully realise redevelopment or rental return.
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