St. James's Crescent, SW9

2 bedroom flat for sale
Leasehold
£520,000

Features

  • Two bedrooms
  • Private balcony
  • 5th floor views
  • Over 800 square feet
  • Contemporary development
  • Secure bike storage
  • Central Brixton a five-minute walk
  • Victoria line a seven-minute stroll
  • Loughborough Junction Station a six-minute walk
  • Chain-free

Property details

Keating Estates are proud to present to market this spacious two bedroom apartment with a private balcony, set on the fifth floor of a modern development in the heart of Brixton. Elevated above the surrounding area, the property enjoys far-reaching views and an abundance of natural light.

Energy-efficient design, modern soundproofing and sleek contemporary finishes make this home as practical as it is stylish, all just moments from the buzz of central Brixton. Set within a contemporary development, the apartment offers and exciting blank canvas, ready to move into immediately and add your own stylish décor.

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 direct access to the balcony, the space feels wonderfully airy and inviting. Warmly toned flooring and crisp neutral décor are complemented by a layout that allows for space to dine, lounge and entertain. 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 in the hallway helps to keep the living areas streamlined and uncluttered.

Glass doors extend the living space onto a private balcony, creating an inviting spot to enjoy morning coffee, dine alfresco or unwind after work. Positioned on the fifth floor, the balcony enjoys captivating views across the London skyline, taking in both the City and the iconic London Eye, providing a spectacular backdrop by day and an atmospheric setting after dark.

The two bedrooms are separated from one another, creating a layout that enhances privacy and flexibility. The principal bedroom is tucked away furthest from the social spaces, complete with fitted wardrobes and a built-in desk or dressing table. The second bedroom is highly versatile, ideal as a guest bedroom, a dedicated home office or a nursery should a second bedroom not be required full-time. A contemporary bathroom, finished with elegant tiling, a modern suite and a shower over the bath, completes the accommodation.

Further benefits include excellent built-in hallway storage, lift access, secure entry systems, a residents' landscaped garden and secure residents' bike storage. 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. A fantastic setting just a five-minute stroll to vibrant Brixton and the restaurants, bars and cafés that make up the culinary mecca of 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 Coldharbour Blue cinemas. Purchasers will be spoilt for choice as within twenty minutes on 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 away 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, while just a six-minute walk in the other direction, Loughborough Junction offers direct trains to Blackfriars, Farringdon and King’s Cross St Pancras.

Chain-free.

Lead reception image, and one photo of principal bedroom have been virtually staged with furnishings

EPC rating: B (86)

Floor plan

Floorplan

Front door to work

An estimate of the journey times to popular London destinations, using the first fast train after 8am.

  • Victoria 17 mins
  • South Bank 22 mins
  • London Bridge 23 mins
  • The City 25 mins
  • Canary Wharf 36 mins

Loughborough Junction

0.3 mi / 7 mins walk

Route & info

Trains 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 & info

4 trains direct to Victoria per hour and 4 to Orpington via Herne Hill

Brixton

0.4 mi / 9 mins walk

Route & info

Victoria Line services every three mins (approx) to Finsbury Park and Walthamstow Central.

Stockwell

0.9 mi / 21 mins walk

Route & info

ZONE 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 & info

ZONE 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 & info

ZONE 2. First Capital Connect services to Victoria, Blackfriars and Wimbledon.

Clapham North

1.2 mi / 26 mins walk

Route & info

ZONE 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 & info

ZONE 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

1.4 mi / 31 mins walk

Route & info

ZONE 2, Northern Line underground station with trains north via Bank or Charing Cross every five minutes (approx).

North Dulwich

1.4 mi / 32 mins walk

Route & info

ZONE 2. Southern services to London Bridge via Peckham Rye, West Croydon and Beckenham Junction via Crystal Palace.

Brixton area highlights

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

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