Summary - 1 FLAT 12 BENWELL ROAD LONDON N7 7AY
2 bed 1 bath Apartment
Well-located third-floor two-bed with balcony and excellent transport links..
- Two double bedrooms with built-in wardrobes
- Open-plan living/kitchen with balcony and clear Highbury views
- About 609 sq ft; efficient but overall classed as small
- Modern build (1996–2002) with double glazing and gas central heating
- Excellent transport links: Drayton Park, Highbury & Islington, Holloway Road
- Leasehold with 105 years remaining
- Service charge ~£3,900pa; ground rent £200pa; council tax above average
- Area records very high crime; local deprivation noted
Bright, practical and well-located, this two-double-bedroom third-floor apartment offers a smart entry into N7 living. The open-plan living room and kitchen open onto a generous balcony with clear views across Highbury, creating a flexible space for entertaining or relaxed evenings. At about 609 sq ft the layout is efficient, with built-in wardrobes to both bedrooms and a contemporary family bathroom.
The development is modern (built 1996–2002) and benefits from double glazing, mains gas central heating and generally low-maintenance communal areas. Transport links are excellent: Drayton Park is a short walk, and Highbury & Islington and Holloway Road are also nearby for fast routes into the City and West End. Local shops, cafes and Highbury Fields are within easy reach.
Costs and local context are important to note. The apartment is leasehold with 105 years remaining, an annual service charge of around £3,900 and ground rent of £200. Council tax is above average and the area records very high crime levels, which will concern some buyers. The apartment is small for its location, but well-proportioned internally and offers straightforward cosmetic updating rather than structural works.
This property suits first-time buyers or city professionals seeking a low-fuss home close to transport and amenities, and investors wanting a lettable two-bedroom in a well-connected part of North London — provided they budget for the service charge, council tax and consider the local crime profile.
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