Well-located one-bedroom with private entrance and good transport links.
Private entrance on raised ground floor
This one-bedroom flat on Islip Street offers a bright, well-proportioned living space in a period mid-terrace building, ideal for a first-time buyer seeking a compact London home with good transport links. The raised ground-floor private entrance adds a feeling of separation from the street, while large front windows and neutral finishes create an airy reception with an open-plan modern kitchen. Gas central heating and ultrafast broadband availability make the flat straightforward to run for everyday city life.
The property sits in a lively, inner-city cosmopolitan area close to Kentish Town stations and local high street amenities, with Camden attractions, parks and excellent primary and secondary schools within easy reach. Practical running costs are reasonable: an estimated service charge of £652.81 (annual period ending 31.03.26) and a nominal ground rent of £10 p.a. The lease has 108 years remaining (originally 125 years from 2002).
Notable restrictions and maintenance points are stated in the lease: no pets without freeholder permission and a covenant requiring floors to be substantially carpet-covered (except kitchen and bathroom) to limit noise transmission. The building’s solid brick construction likely has little insulation as-built, so buyers should expect potential improvements to heating efficiency and winter comfort. Council Tax is Band C.
This flat suits someone buying their first London home or an owner-occupier seeking easy access to transport and local amenities. It offers clear potential to personalise and improve thermal comfort over time, but buyers should factor in the lease covenants and possible retrofit costs when budgeting.