Summary - Flat 1, 8 Barnsbury Road, Islington N1 0HB
1 bed 1 bath Flat
Chain-free one-bedroom period conversion in central N1 — ideal first-time buy or city base.
Top-floor one-bedroom Victorian conversion, chain-free
Compact 459 sq ft — suitable for single occupant or couple
Westerly open-plan living room with good natural light
91 years remaining on the lease — consider future mortgage/lease costs
Service charge approximately £1,412 per year; ground rent £10
No private outdoor space; above commercial frontage with internal stairs
Solid brick construction (likely no wall insulation) — potential energy costs
Area records very high crime levels — factor in security considerations
Set on the top floor of a handsome Victorian conversion in Barnsbury, this chain-free one-bedroom apartment offers a compact, well-planned home for a single occupant or couple. The open-plan kitchen/reception and westerly aspect bring good natural light, while the bedroom and bathroom are neat and move-in ready.
The location is the apartment’s strongest selling point: Upper Street, Chapel Market, Barnsbury Park and Regent’s Canal are all within easy walking distance. Angel Underground and fast links to King’s Cross/St Pancras make commuting straightforward, and local shops, cafés and amenities are immediately accessible.
Important practical points are clear: the flat is leasehold with 91 years remaining, an average-sized service charge of £1,412 and a small annual ground rent of £10. The building is solid-brick Victorian construction (likely uninsulated walls), and the property sits above commercial frontage with internal stairs between levels. Prospective buyers should note the area records very high crime levels and plan accordingly.
This apartment will suit a first-time buyer or investor seeking a central N1 base with character and transport convenience. It offers straightforward living now with modest scope for cosmetic updating, but buyers needing long lease security or low-running communal costs should factor in the lease length and service charge.
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