Summary - Flat 24, Taplow House, Palissy Street E2 7LD
2 bed 1 bath Flat
Period charm and central location for buyers ready to renovate and personalise.
Grade II listed Boundary Estate with strong period character
Second-floor two-bedroom layout, approximately 709 sq ft
Leasehold tenure — listed status restricts alterations
Requires modernisation; likely insulation and upgrade costs
Heating: mains gas boiler and radiators; glazing undefined
Average broadband speeds; excellent mobile signal
Area has high crime rates and very high deprivation
No flood risk
Set within the Grade II listed Boundary Estate, this two-bedroom second-floor apartment in Taplow House combines period character with potential for modernisation. High ceilings and Victorian red-brick architecture give the apartment strong visual appeal; the living space and overall 709 sq ft layout provide a comfortable city home or a refurbishment project with uplift potential.
Practical realities are clear: the building's listed status will restrict alterations and may complicate approvals and maintenance; the flat is leasehold. The property appears to retain solid brick walls with no built-in insulation and shows dated interior finishes, so buyers should factor in retrofit costs and planning constraints. Broadband speeds are average; heating is mains gas with a boiler and radiators.
Location is the flat's biggest asset. Positioned in Shoreditch/Spitalfields, you are steps from Boxpark, markets, restaurants and cultural venues, with excellent mobile signal and straightforward access to the City for commuters. Nearby schools include Outstanding and Good-rated options, which may suit families.
Note community context: the wider area has high crime statistics and very high deprivation, which affects local amenity and perception. There is no flood risk. Buyers seeking a well-located period flat with character and the willingness to manage listed-building requirements and refurbishment will find this a compelling opportunity.
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