Fordham Street, Whitechapel, London, E1

In the heart of the East End, moments from the Whitechapel Gallery, this striking three-bedroom flat comes with the Freehold for the entire building and is brimming with character and style.

Brickworks Says - Combining convenience with a sense of elevated wonder, this flat is a stunning example of its type. Spread over the three uppermost floors of a Whitechapel terrace, it's steeped in history, yet it has been completely redesigned for modern living.

There are three bedrooms on the first two floors –– all comfortable doubles –– and a pair of boldly decorated bathrooms, including the ensuite that links to the principal bedroom. Being up top, the light is largely uninterrupted, which means rooms are bathed in natural light. There is also lots of built-in storage, so you don't have to try too hard to keep the place looking immaculate.

The living space with vertiginously high, vaulted ceilings will stop you in your tracks. The four skylights and the wooden beams are an architectural delight, giving the property a genuine feel of urban loft living. Whether cooking in the cool, white kitchen or entertaining in the lounge and dining areas, it's a great space to feel hidden away –– overlooking the rooftops and enjoying the cityscape surrounding you. Plus, what a space for a party!

Whitechapel is one of the city's most diverse and creative neighbourhoods. Take in an exhibition at the nearby Whitechapel Gallery, or just soak up the street art. If you want to broaden your horizons, Fordham Street has a dizzying number of culinary and cultural treats on its doorstep. With Brick Lane, Shoreditch and Spitalfields just around the corner, you'll never tire of things to do, from global flavours to historic pubs or vintage shopping. And when you need to travel further afield, transport connections are at your fingertips, from bike lanes to bus routes, Overground to Underground. Or simply walk. On foot, you can be on London Bridge in under 30 minutes.

The Owner Says - I have spent the best ten years of my life in this property, and being part of this area. It has been a thrilling, colourful and joyful experience. Every few weeks, it feels as if a new restaurant or coffee shop opens up nearby, and I’m never stuck for things to do or places to visit when I have time off.

The flat has felt like an oasis but is well connected with transport links across the city - the arrival of the Elizabeth line has been truly transformative. Saying that, I have made the most of the cycle paths leading straight to central London. I hope the future owners love this place as much as I have!

Points To Consider - Energy Performance Certificate (EPC):
Current Energy Rating C. Potential Energy Rating C

Council Tax:
The property falls into Band D (£1,675 in 2023/24) in the borough of Tower Hamlets.

Utilities:
Monthly costs are £45 for electricity, £45 for gas, and £9 for water. These figures are approximate and naturally change seasonally during the year.

Tenure:
The owner holds the freehold for the whole building.
The flat has a share of freehold.

Service charge:
£800 paid annually.

Ground rent:
£100 paid annually.

Neighbours:
In the building, there are 2 flats in total.

Recent work:
The current owner has cosmetically updated the flat.

Getting around:
You're spoilt for choice. Being equidistant to Aldgate East (District and Hammersmith & City lines) and Whitechapel (District and Hammersmith & City lines, plus Elizabeth Line and Overground) means you have fast, convenient connections across the capital and beyond. If you prefer two wheels, various Cycle Highways are nearby, providing high-quality cycle routes across London.

Onward plans:
The owner is actively looking and needs to find.

Anything else:
Whitechapel Gallery is one of London's best contemporary art galleries and is moments from your door. Founded in 1901 to enrich the cultural offer for the people of East London, it's home to nine exhibition spaces, a specialist bookshop, and an acclaimed restaurant. Committed to supporting local artists and communities, many of whom come from, or reflect, the successive waves of migrants that have made Whitechapel and its surrounding areas their home.

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