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Defoe House, Barbican, London, EC2Y

Key features

  • ** AVAILABLE 10 SEPTEMBER 2025 **
  • Iconic Grade II Listed development
  • 805 sq.ft.
  • Floor-to-ceiling windows
  • Lots of natural light
  • Beautiful terrace
  • Fantastic location
  • Currently unfurnished
  • PLEASE NOTE - furniture in photos belongs to the previous resident

Description

A large 1 bedroom apartment to rent located in Defoe House within the sought after Grade II listed Barbican Estate. Available from 10th September 2025.

The bright and vast open plan living and entertaining space incorporates a modern fitted kitchen with integrated appliances and doors opening out onto a balcony overlooking Thomas More Residents Garden. There is a spacious master bedroom and fitted bathroom.

The apartment retains much of its original design with cork flooring throughout and floor-to-ceiling windows maximising space and light.

Located moments from the world renowned Barbican Arts Centre, it's a cultural hub with frequent music events, art exhibitions, cinema screenings to name a few, as well as the Barbican Conservatory, home to tropical plants, trees, birdlife and exotic fish. Residents benefit from the resident gardens, lakes and children's playgrounds.

The location is superb if you work in St Bartholomew's Hospital or The City: it's moments to Barbican underground station (Hammersmith & City, Circle and Metropolitan lines) and less than 10 minutes walk to Moorgate station (Northern line). Whilst also being close to all the bars, restuarants and coffee shops on nearby Whitecross Street.

Details:
Security deposit: 5 weeks rent
Local Authority: City of London
Council Tax Band: E
EPC rating: C
Length of tenancy:12 months
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Band: E
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GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
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Defoe House, Barbican, London, EC2Y

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