Guide price
£600,000
(£1,548/sq. ft)
1 bed flat for saleQueens Gate, South Kensington, London SW7
1 bed
1 bath
1 reception
388 sq. ft
EPC Rating: C
About this property
Prime Queen's Gate, South Kensington address
Directly opposite Imperial College London
Grade II listed period building
Second floor with lift access
Resident porter
High ceilings and period detailing
Separate reception room
Modern eat-in kitchen
Additional office / storage room on half landing (rare feature)
Walking distance to Hyde Park and museums and Excellent transport links
The apartment offers a refined balance of period character and modern functionality, with notably high ceilings, decorative cornicing, and well-proportioned accommodation throughout.
A separate reception room provides a bright and comfortable living space, while a modern eat-in kitchen is fitted with integrated appliances. The double bedroom benefits from built-in storage, and a well-appointed bathroom completes the accommodation.
A particularly valuable and uncommon feature is the separate office/storage room located on the half landing, providing versatile additional space ideal for home working, study, or storage significantly enhancing the practicality of the apartment and setting it apart from others of a similar size.
The property is positioned on the second floor with lift access and benefits from porterage, reinforcing both convenience and the sense of arrival expected of a prime Central London address.
Building & Address
Queen's Gate is renowned for its grand Victorian architecture and elegant white stucco façades, forming part of one of the Royal Borough of Kensington & Chelsea's most desirable residential streets.
Apartments within buildings of this nature are consistently sought after for both owner occupation and long-term investment.
Location & Lifestyle
The property is positioned directly opposite Imperial College London, placing it at the centre of one of London's most academically and culturally significant districts.
South Kensington is home to a number of world-renowned institutions, including:
Natural History Museum approx. 0.3 miles / 6 minutes' walk
Science Museum approx. 0.4 miles / 8 minutes' walk
Victoria and Albert Museum approx. 0.5 miles / 10 minutes' walk
The surrounding area offers a refined selection of cafés, restaurants, and boutiques, with Knightsbridge and Kensington High Street also within easy reach.
Parks & Green Space
Hyde Park approx. 0.8 miles / 15 18 minutes' walk
Kensington Gardens approx. 0.7 miles / 14 minutes' walk
Transport Links
Gloucester Road Station approx. 0.2 miles / 4 minutes' walk
South Kensington Station approx. 0.5 miles / 9 minutes' walk
(District, Circle & Piccadilly lines)
Positioning
This apartment represents a rare opportunity to acquire a foothold in a prime SW7 address, directly opposite Imperial College, with the added benefit of a separate study space an increasingly sought-after feature in Central London apartments.
The combination of location, building quality and additional flexible space sets the property apart from many comparable one bedroom apartments currently available on Queen's Gate.
A well-presented apartment within a distinguished period building, offering exceptional access to Imperial College, world-class cultural institutions and Central London connectivity making it an ideal London residence, pied-à-terre, or investment.
Tenure & Outgoings
Tenure: Leasehold
Service Charge: Approximately £4,466.06 per annum
Ground Rent: Approximately £385 per annum
Reserve Fund Contribution: Approximately £2,173.47 (current period) (The presence of a reserve fund contributes towards the ongoing maintenance and long-term upkeep of the building).
Council Tax: Band F Royal Borough of Kensington & Chelsea
Notice
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Tenure
Leasehold (103 years)
Service charge
£4,466 per year
Council tax band
F
Ground rent
£385
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