Brixton is a melting pot of culture, cuisine and creativity. An explosion of inventive, new restaurants, pop-ups, fashion stores and art galleries sit alongside the many great pubs, music venues and nightclubs that have been around for years. Transport links are excellent, with London Underground (Victoria Line) trains reaching central London in 12 minutes. If you’re craving green space, Brockwell Park and its famed Art Deco lido are close by. Brixton brings together all the best things about London and is one of the most vibrant and diverse places to live south of the river.
Brixton area guide
St James Crescent, SW9
Features
- One bedroom
- Private terrace
- Seventh floor setting with views across the rooftops
- Contemporary development
- Central Brixton a five-minute walk
- Victoria line a seven-minute walk
- Commute to most places in London in under 45 minutes
- Clapham, Stockwell and Herne Hill around a twenty-minute walk
- Chain-free
Property details
Keating Estates are proud to present to market this striking one bedroom apartment with a private terrace, set on the seventh floor of a modern development in the heart of Brixton. Elevated above the rooftops, the property enjoys sweeping views and an abundance of natural light, whilst maintaining a peaceful and secluded feel. Energy-efficient design, excellent soundproofing and sleek contemporary finishes make this home as practical as it is stylish, all just moments from the buzz of central Brixton.
Occupying a prized top-floor position within this contemporary development, the apartment offers an impressive sense of calm and privacy. Beautifully presented throughout and ready to move into immediately, the home has been carefully styled to maximise the light-filled interiors and far-reaching outlooks.
The heart of the home is a generous open-plan reception room, designed with both entertaining and day-to-day living in mind. Bathed in natural light from the full-height glazing and access to the terrace, the space feels wonderfully airy and inviting. Warm striking flooring and crisp neutral décor are complemented by bold accent tones, creating a stylish yet comfortable atmosphere. There is ample room to lounge, dine and work from home, while the sleek modern kitchen sits neatly to one side, fitted with contemporary cabinetry, integrated appliances and plentiful storage and preparation space. A dedicated utility cupboard houses the washer/dryer, helping to keep the living areas streamlined and uncluttered.
From here, glass doors extend the living space onto a private decked terrace, suited to dining al-fresco or unwinding with a coffee. Enjoying a seventh-floor setting, the views over treetops and the skyline beyond are sure to be relished. With space for plants and outdoor furniture, the terrace can easily be tailored into an inviting year-round retreat.
The double bedroom is equally bright and tranquil, benefitting from elevated views and an abundance of natural light. Generous proportions and built-in storage enhance the practicality of the room, while the calming décor creates a restful sanctuary away from the pace of city life. The contemporary bathroom is finished to a high standard with elegant tiling, a modern suite and a shower over the bath.
Further benefits include excellent built-in storage throughout, lift access, secure entry systems, a communal landscaped garden, secure communal bike storage and separate bin stores. As a relatively modern build, the property also offers all the advantages of contemporary construction, including strong energy efficiency credentials and impressive sound insulation.
The location is extremely convenient and this appealing home is situated within a sociable building with a strong sense of community, just across the street from the leafy Wyck Forest Garden. In a fantastic setting just a five-minute stroll to vibrant Brixton and the restaurants, bars and cafes that make up the culinary Mecca of vibrant Atlantic Road and Coldharbour Lane. With both Brixton Village and Pop Brixton also on the doorstep, purchasers will be able to sample a different cuisine every night of the week, or socialise in style at the Upstairs Private members club after enjoying a film at The Ritzy or Whirled cinemas. Purchasers will be spoilt for choice as in twenty-minutes by foot you can also reach Clapham, Stockwell, Denmark Hill and the green open spaces of Brockwell Park in Herne Hill, with Ruskin Park just a twelve-minute amble and smaller parks right on the doorstep.
Commute to most places in London in under 45 minutes, with Brixton Tube and the start of the Victoria Line just a ten-minute walk away, plus the overground trains at Brixton Station and just a six-minute walk in the other direction, Loughborough Junction offers direct trains to Blackfriars, Farringdon and Kings Cross/St Pancras.
Chain-free.
EPC rating: B (84)
Loughborough Junction
0.4 mi / 7 mins walk
Route & infoTrains north to Blackfriars (8 mins), Farrindon (15 mins) and Kings Cross/St Pancras (18 mins) and beyond up to north west London every 10 mins at rush hour.
Brixton
0.4 mi / 8 mins walk
Route & info4 trains direct to Victoria per hour and 4 to Orpington via Herne Hill
Brixton
0.4 mi / 9 mins walk
Route & infoVictoria Line services every three mins (approx) to Finsbury Park and Walthamstow Central.
Stockwell
0.9 mi / 20 mins walk
Route & infoZONE 2, Northern Line and Victoria Line underground station with trains north via Bank or Charing Cross every five minutes on the Morden to Barnet/Edgeware, Northern Line (approx) and Via Victoria on the Brixton to Walhamstow Central, Victoria Line.
Denmark Hill
1.1 mi / 24 mins walk
Route & infoZONE 2, this station enjoys Overground, Southern, Southeastern services to, amongst others, Highbury and Islington via Canada Water, Victoria, Blackfriars, Clapham Junction, West Croydon and Sevenoaks.
Herne Hill
1.1 mi / 24 mins walk
Route & infoZONE 2. First Capital Connect services to Victoria, Blackfriars and Wimbledon.
Clapham North
1.1 mi / 24 mins walk
Route & infoZONE 2, Northern Line underground station with trains north via Bank or Charing Cross every five minutes (approx)
Clapham High Street
1.2 mi / 27 mins walk
Route & infoZONE 2 Overground line between Highbury and Islington and Clapham Junction with trains every 5 minutes (approx). Limited service of Southeastern trains to Victoria too.
Oval
1.3 mi / 29 mins walk
Route & infoZONE 2, Northern Line underground station with trains north via Bank or Charing Cross every five minutes (approx).
North Dulwich
1.4 mi / 33 mins walk
Route & infoZONE 2. Southern services to London Bridge via Peckham Rye, West Croydon and Beckenham Junction via Crystal Palace.
Brixton area highlights
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