Stepney City Apartments, Whitechapel, E1

Beautifully designed apartment with double height ceilings, overlooking gated gardens set within an imposing, grade II listed, Victorian school building known as Stepney City Apartments.

Architect Roger Black converted the school in 2002 into an exclusive gated development of contemporary flats with concierge service. The courtyard of the development boasts an avenue of mature lime trees hung with decorative lighting, creating a special night-time ambience. The internal entrances to both buildings of the Stepney City complex have large contemporary wooden doors with glass surrounds. The corridors of the development are unusually wide, with large Italian-designed lamps suspended from the high ceilings.

This ground-floor apartment boasts spacious living areas with double height ceilings measuring to 4.6 meters at the highest point, which not only add to the sense of space but also allow for natural light to flood the living areas. The apartment has been thoughtfully designed to make the most of this feature, with the living and dining areas open plan to create a versatile and spacious entertaining space. The unique layout of the apartment provides a sense of grandeur and elegance, while the large window offers picturesque views of a Japanese style communal garden.

The lower level of the apartment accommodates a spacious living room, kitchen and a full bathroom. A beautiful staircase leads to the mezzanine level where both mezzanine bedrooms, one with en-suite, are situated. This property lends itself to flexibility of use to suit individual needs and is perfectly positioned to enjoy great views of the gated communal garden due to its perfect positioning within this well-maintained building.

The building also offers the added convenience of a concierge service, ensuring that the needs of residents are met in a timely and efficient manner. The sale of this apartment is also offered chain free and with a very long lease.

The development is tucked away in a quiet location within E1 but conveniently close to local amenities, green spaces and with fantastic transport links with stations on the Central, District, Hammersmith & City, DLR, Overground and Crossrail lines all within around 10 minutes’ walk. The City, Canary Wharf and fashionable Shoreditch are all commutable within around 20 minutes and trendy Brick Lane, popular St Katherine Docks Marina and beautiful Victoria Park are all walkable in around 25 minutes.