Leconfield Road, Newington Green, London, N5

Set across the second and third floors of a handsome double-fronted yellow brick Victorian house, this two-bedroom apartment is defined by its volume, light and considered use of space.

The main living level unfolds laterally from front to back, with a generous open-plan kitchen and reception that feels both connected and clearly zoned. Natural light travels through the apartment throughout the day, while original sash windows, column radiators and a gas fireplace bring warmth and character to the contemporary interior.

The kitchen is understated and refined, centred around sleek handleless navy cabinetry and a Corian breakfast bar designed for both everyday living and entertaining. Just beyond, a private roof terrace sits on the half landing — recently renovated to include a built-in seating area and creating an unexpected outdoor extension of the apartment.

A double bedroom with en suite is positioned adjacent on this floor, while upstairs, a further double bedroom occupies the top level, also with its own en suite and bathtub, creating a calm and private separation between the two spaces.

Balancing Victorian proportions with clean contemporary detailing, including Flos lighting throughout, this is a home that feels calm, bright and quietly design-led throughout.

Perfectly positioned for Newington Green and Stoke Newington Church Street, the apartment sits within one of North London’s most established neighbourhoods for independent food, design and culture. Weekend mornings start at Jolene for coffee and pastries, before picking up seasonal produce from Lily’s on Newington Green — one of the neighbourhood’s most loved independent organic grocers. While evenings move between Perilla, Escocesa and natural wines at Yield, while celebrated neighbourhood restaurant Primeur sits close by.

The Highbury Barn is a short walk away, also know for independent food and coffee, with local favourites including Dusty Knuckle, Frank’s Canteen and Farang, alongside much-loved institutions such as Da Mario, Godfreys Butchers and La Fromagerie.

Along Church Street, Spencer Bakery and Yield have become neighbourhood institutions, while nearby De Beauvoir offers an easy rhythm of canalside walks, pubs and independent coffee shops.

Clissold Park is a short walk away for tennis courts, open green space and weekend resets, while London Fields can be reached easily by bike, connecting the apartment to Broadway Market, the Lido and East London beyond. Both Highbury & Islington Station and Arsenal Station are around a 15-minute walk away, offering quick connections across London via the Victoria Line, Piccadilly Line and Overground.