The Home -

This unique three-bedroom apartment, which comes complete with two bathrooms, is located on the lower ground floor of Academy Apartments, a beautifully converted locally-listed Victorian school in the heart of Hackney. This generously sized home comes has with an expansive open-plan layout, with soaring 4.2-metre ceilings, that and blends original architectural features with high-end modern finishes. Recently refurbished throughout, the apartment includes a brand-new Brookman’s by Smallbone kitchen, luxury Lefroy Brooks bathroom fittings, Charles Lowe flooring, custom-made cabinetry, and artisanal tiling. Just a two-minute walk from Hackney Downs overground station, with direct access to the city in ten minutes, and a short stroll from the green spaces of Hackney Downs and London Fields, as well as the artisan stalls and eateries of Wilton Way and Broadway Market, this home offers city living with soul.

The Indoors - -

Through the grand communal hallway, an arched, glazed, and tile-lined corridor leads you down the original staircase to your private entrance. Beyond the front door lies a dramatic reveal: a vast open- plan living, dining, and kitchen area that also includes a mezzanine. To your immediate right, you're welcomed into a breathtaking double-height living and kitchen space. Here an expanse of windswept oak stretches across the floors, while exposed brick and extra-tall Georgian skirting anchor the room in authenticity.

The kitchen, designed and installed in 2023 by Brookman’s by Smallbone, is finished in Setting Plaster by Farrow & Ball. It features Caesarstone countertops with ogee edging, an expansive island, custom-built pantry, built-in Smeg oven, Elica downdraft induction hob, integrated Samsung dishwasher, large butler sink with Perrin & Rowe brass fittings, full-size Belling wine fridge, hidden Hisense washer-dryer, and elegant brass ware throughout. Under-lit open shelving completes the space with a touch of refined functionality.

The living area offers ample room for a generous sofa and entertainment setup, with custom-built shelving and exposed brick adding visual texture and character. Just beyond, a designated dining area sits beneath a cascade of natural light from high-set windows.
From the kitchen, stairs rise to a cleverly designed mezzanine that overlooks the open-plan area. This versatile space currently serves as a stylish second lounge but could also become a third bedroom, reading nook, home office, or wine retreat. Returning to the hallway, short steps lead to the main bathroom, which includes a vintage-style freestanding bath, Artisan of Devizes floor and metro wall tiles, bold House of Hackney wallpaper, and Lefroy Brooks sanitaryware with antique nickel fittings.

Continuing to the primary bedroom, a calm and stylish sanctuary, offering ample space for an emperor-sized bed and wardrobe. An exposed brick wall and elevated, light-catching windows provide an atmospheric backdrop. The ensuite bathroom features a bespoke marble-topped vanity unit with fluted doors, along with Lefroy Brooks nickel ware, a checkerboard-tiled floor, and a fluted glass walk-in shower screen. Graduated oak steps lead into the en-suite, adding a subtle architectural flourish. The second bedroom mirrors the charm of the primary, with large built-in wardrobes, ample space for a king-sized bed, and warm exposed brick details for added character.

The Outdoors- -

This home benefits from access to a secluded residents’ courtyard, ideal for enjoying quiet afternoons or shared community moments. A WhatsApp and Facebook group among residents makes for a connected, friendly atmosphere, and the building's thick brickwork ensures whisper-quiet interiors despite its bustling location. There is residents’ parking available from Hackney Council – Zone D, which covers all of central Hackney.

Loving The Location -

Hackney Downs overground station is just a short stroll away and transports you to Liverpool Street in under 10 minutes. Hackney Central is a 7 minute walk, connecting you to east-west routes. Several bus lines also run to Dalston, Angel and the West End from the stop in front of Academy Apartments. Pembury Circus (the junction outside the apartment) is currently being pedestrianised in order to reduce traffic and Amhurst Road is being redeveloped to provide more green spaces, both expected to finish early 2026.

Academy Apartments is located moments from the open green space of Hackney Downs which has tennis and basketball courts and is excellent for dog-walking. Opposite the property is the renowned Pembury Tavern with superb ACE Pizza and, if you like pizza, the notorious Spurstowe Arms / Dough Hands is less than ten minutes too. Papa’s Bagels, Oren and (Michelin-starred) Casa Fofò are all five minutes away.

This apartment also enjoys a prime location just north of Mare Street and the popular London Fields. It falls well within the catchment area for the highly regarded Mossbourne Community Academy. Beautiful green spaces such as Hackney Marshes, Victoria Park and the Regent’s Canal towpath are within easy reach, offering a merge of city life and nature.

The neighbourhood is a haven for food lovers, with standout local favourites including Lardo on Richmond Road, Mambow in Clapton, Café Cecilia on Regent’s Canal, the Italian Japanese fusion of Angelina on Dalston Lane, Tom’s Pasta near Hackney Downs, Violet on Wilton Way and the acclaimed Behind near London Fields.
Weekly markets bring energy to nearby Victoria Park and Well Street, while Broadway Market has earned a reputation as a top food destination, especially on Saturdays when it hosts a vibrant food market. Dusty Knuckle, Brunswick East and E5 Bakehouse, renowned for their freshly baked artisan breads and grains, all lie within 10 minutes.