Large 846 sq ft one-bedroom with porter, lift and long lease in central Westminster..
- Large 846 sq ft one-bedroom lateral apartment
- Generous open-plan reception, dining and modern kitchen
- Lift access, porter, utility cupboard, built-in bedroom storage
- Chain-free sale with 119 years remaining on lease
- Substantial service charge £8,252 per annum (expensive)
- Ground rent £250 per annum
- Solid brick construction and secondary glazing (possible thermal upgrades)
- Local area records very high crime levels
A spacious lateral one-bedroom apartment occupying the second floor of Westminster Palace Gardens. At 846 sq ft the flat offers a large open-plan reception, dining area and a modern fitted kitchen — a rare amount of space for a central Westminster one-bedroom. High ceilings, wooden floors and generous windows create a bright, airy living space suited to city professionals or buyers wanting roomy, low-maintenance central accommodation.
Practical benefits include lift access, a porter, an in-unit utility cupboard, built-in bedroom storage and a long lease (119 years). The property is chain-free and close to St James’s Park and Westminster stations, restaurants and cultural landmarks, with excellent mobile signal and fast broadband — convenient for remote working or letting.
Buyers should note material running costs and urban context: the service charge is substantial at £8,252 pa and ground rent is £250 pa. The building has solid brick walls (assumed no cavity insulation) and secondary glazing, which may mean higher heating costs and potential upgrade work if improved thermal performance is desired. The local area records very high crime levels, a factual consideration for some purchasers.
Overall, this apartment is best suited to a buyer who values central space, convenience and period character with modern finishes, and who is comfortable with higher communal costs and city-centre considerations. The long lease and chain-free status make it straightforward to acquire or to place on the rental market quickly.