The Cherub Building, Colton Street, Leicester, LE1

Occupying the first floor of a handsome former knitwear factory in Leicester’s thriving Cultural Quarter, this one-bedroom apartment forms part of a sensitive conversion of the historic Cherub Works, once home to the renowned Foister manufacturing company. Set behind a smart red-brick façade with tall sash windows, the building has been thoughtfully repurposed, preserving much of its late Victorian integrity while introducing contemporary comfort across eleven carefully considered dwellings.

The apartment itself extends to over 540 sq ft and has been arranged with a quiet elegance, balancing lofty industrial proportions with soft modern finishes. A voluminous, open-plan living space is illuminated by full-height glazing and original sash windows, the latter subtly enhanced with secondary glazing for acoustic and thermal comfort. French doors open onto a private Juliet balcony, drawing fresh air and urban views into the heart of the plan. At one end, the kitchen is neatly composed of glossy cabinetry and granite worktops, with integrated appliances concealed behind sleek façades. Above, a cleverly conceived mezzanine introduces a study space suspended in the double-height void, a perfect vantage for quiet contemplation or work. The bedroom is a peaceful double, with tall ceilings and generous proportions with a walk-in dressing room, while the bathroom is simply appointed in a palette of soft neutrals, with a shower above the bath and elegant chrome fittings.

Cherub Works is quietly situated among the artistic energy of the Cultural Quarter, a neighbourhood defined by independent spirit and creative renewal. The celebrated Curve Theatre lies just a short walk away, as do the Phoenix cinema, a cluster of cafés and restaurants, and ever-changing street art that enlivens the surrounding streetscape. Leicester’s mainline station is a short stroll, offering swift access to London St Pancras in around an hour.

The apartment is offered with no onward chain and priced competitively for an immediate sale.

Location:

Leicester’s Cultural Quarter has quietly evolved into one of the city’s most compelling neighbourhoods — a vibrant enclave where creativity, heritage, and urban renewal meet. Once the heart of the city’s textile and manufacturing industries, the area retains the robust red-brick architecture of its industrial past, now reimagined as homes, studios, and cultural spaces. At its centre stands the Curve Theatre, an architectural landmark designed by Rafael Viñoly, which sets the tone for a district alive with performance, cinema, and contemporary art. Nearby, the Phoenix Cinema and Arts Centre offers independent film, digital exhibitions and community-led events, while galleries and design studios pepper the surrounding streets. Leicester Railway Station is less than ten minutes’ walk away, providing swift connections to London St Pancras (in just over an hour), Birmingham and Nottingham. The wider city centre, with its universities, professional quarter and retail core, is easily accessible by foot, placing the Cultural Quarter at the crossroads of commerce and culture.

Leasehold details:

Service charge - £1,737.04 p/a.

Years remaining on the lease: 984.

Building insurance: Paid as of February 2025 at a sum of £349.12.

Ground rent: The tenants of the leasehold are members of the management company and therefore there is no ground-rent.

Material information:

Council tax band: A.

Tenure: Leasehold - please refer to the above for the specific details.

Water meter: No.

No known building or covenants in place but please note this is a leasehold property so property refurbishment may be subject to the terms in the management pack.

Parking: On street.

Disclaimer

In accordance with current legal requirements, all prospective purchasers are required to undergo an Anti-Money Laundering (AML) check. An administration fee of £40 per property will apply. This fee is payable after an offer has been accepted and must be settled before a memorandum of sale can be issued.