Stylish one-bed flat near Hyde Park with long lease and bespoke finishes.
Long lease: 124 years remaining
An elegantly finished one-bedroom flat on Palace Court, moments from Hyde Park and Notting Hill Gate. The open-plan living/dining room and bespoke kitchen create a bright, modern living space with built-in storage and pleasant views over the tree-lined street. At 429 sq ft this is a compact home well suited to a single buyer or couple seeking a central London base with style and convenience.
Practical strengths include a long lease (124 years), double glazing, integrated appliances and a recent-feel finish throughout. The building's community heating supplies warmth but is managed collectively, so running costs are not fully individualised. EPC D indicates average energy performance.
Buyers should note material running costs and fabric details that affect living comfort and budgets: the annual service charge is about £2,600 and council tax is above average. The building is timber-framed with no known insulation as originally built (assumed); this may affect heat retention and future retrofit costs. Crime levels in the area are above average for Central London — worth factoring into personal security and insurance choices.
This flat offers a rare combination of character and contemporary finish in a prime W2 location. It suits a first-time buyer or city-based professional seeking immediate move-in quality and long leasehold security, while accepting the smaller footprint and ongoing service and tax commitments.