One Prescot Street, London, E1

The Property
This spacious 814 sq ft one-bedroom apartment boasts views to the horizon and lots of blue sky, creating a light and bright atmosphere. Situated in one of London's most iconic Art Deco buildings, this high-spec home combines heritage charm with contemporary luxury.

One Prescot Street formerly served as Headquarters of The Co-operative Bank and was designed by renowned architect L.G. Ekins in 1932. Historic England has recognised the building as an extraordinary example of expressionist Art Deco style.

The property features a spacious open-plan reception, bespoke kitchen with premium appliances, generously proportioned bedroom, and delightful entry area which can be utilised in various ways to suit your lifestyle. Original architectural details, high ceilings, and large windows create a bright, sophisticated atmosphere throughout.


Key Features:

- 814 square feet

- Horizon views, natural light, south facing, high-floor, large windows

- High ceilings

- Art Deco former bank building

- Upgraded kitchen and bathroom with Villeroy & Boch stone and wooden floors throughout

- 24/7 on-site concierge provides security, receives deliveries, and helps when needed

- Parking: the apartment includes an extra-wide, dedicated parking space within the building's underground car park, perfect for secure and rain-proof loading

- Bedroom fits a king size bed with ease and has a built-in closet for practical storage

- Space for a home office in several locations: 1) in the alcove at the entrance to the living room, as pictured, 2) on the landing at the top of the stairs, or 3) on the lower level

- Very secure, with a high-floor location, 24/7 doorman, and CCTV monitoring of the perimeter. A perfect "lock and leave" pied-a-terre

- Additional locked storage space available in the basement

- Convenient rubbish chute, Access intercom system, Multiple lifts

- Leasehold 971 years

Location
One Prescot Street occupies an enviable position with unrivalled convenience on the doorstep of two financial districts (The City and Canary Wharf) while also benefiting from multiple nightlife hot spots and a wealth of transport links to the rest of London and beyond

- 3 minute walk to The City of London financial district

- Short distance to the Canary Wharf financial district

- Popular nightlife hotspots nearby at: St Katharine Docks, Tower Hill, Spitalfields Market, Brick Lane, Shoreditch, Wapping, Southwark, South Bank

- Very close to: a Curzon movie theater, Wilton's Music Hall, the charming Princess of Prussia pub, restaurants at London Dock and Goodmans Fields

- 5 tube stations within a few minutes: Tower Hill (District/Circle lines), Tower Gateway (DLR), Aldgate (Circle/Metropolitan lines), Aldgate East (District/Hammersmith & City lines), Shadwell (DLR / Overground)

- Situated in a thriving corner of The City Fringe, with a large influx of students, young professionals, bars, and restaurants

- Near world famous cultural assets, including Tower Bridge, River Thames, Tower of London

- Upside potential of the area continues as developments like London Dock and 30 Minories will bring even more amenities

- Train stations nearby: Fenchurch Street, Liverpool Street, London Bridge

- Easy airport links: City Airport (quick cab or DLR), Heathrow (via Elizabeth Line at Liverpool Street),
Gatwick (direct train from London Bridge)

- Many local amenities within a one-minute walk, including a dry cleaner, shops, cozy pubs, welcoming cafes, great restaurants, two gyms, and a swimming pool (at the Leonardo hotel)

A magazine article once described One Prescot Street as L.G. Ekins' masterpiece, “Its textured facade of brown bricks, bronze panels, and bold granite were an expressionist celebration; a clear symbol of success and further ambition of the Co-operative enterprise; a war room where preparations for a great advance will be made from the topmost storeys”

Property ownership information

Ground rent review period: No review period

Service charge review period: Every 1 year

Lease end date: 01/01/2996

Property Description Disclaimer

This is a general description of the property only, and is not intended to constitute part of an offer or contract. It has been verified by the seller(s), unless marked as 'draft'. Purplebricks conducts some valuations online and some of our customers prepare their own property descriptions, so if you decide to proceed with a viewing or an offer, please note this information may have been provided solely by the vendor, and we may not have been able to visit the property to confirm it. If you require clarification on any point then please contact us, especially if you’re traveling some distance to view. All information should be checked by your solicitor prior to exchange of contracts.

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