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Enjoy Luxury Riverside Living at Chelsea Creek Apartments
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Designed by award-winning architects Michael Squire & Partners, the Chelsea Creek development brings a distinctly European style of living to central London. It is a place where residents can enjoy a relaxed, luxury lifestyle in the heart of Chelsea.

Set amongst landscaped gardens, tree-lined avenues and gently meandering waterways, the development offers 24 hour, hotel-style concierge service and a ‘residents only’ spa and fitness centre. 

The location is moments from Imperial Wharf’s buzzing bars and restaurants, close to excellent transport links and a short stroll from some of London’s most iconic shopping streets. Battersea’s 83-hectare park and Nine Elms’ new Manhattan-style urban centre lie just across the river. 

 

Exclusive Shopping and Fine Dining

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At almost two miles long, the Kings Road - just five minutes away - is famous for shopping, dining and nightlife. The street is best known for its high end fashion outlets, with a mix of independent stores and exclusive high street brands. This area also offers a great range of excellent bars and restaurants, together with art galleries, theatres and cinemas.

The Kings Road is a magnet for celebrities, so it’s the perfect place for people watching. Brinkley’s, Tell Your Friends and Albert’s at Beaufort House are among several popular restaurants where celebs love to hang out.

 

The Ideal Location for Families

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Chelsea Creek’s location in London SW6 means resident families have access to some of Chelsea’s best schools, all rated as “Outstanding” by Ofsted. Parents can choose between top state schools (such as the Chelsea Academy, just 0.2 miles away) and a number of highly-rated private educational establishments.  

Thomas’s Battersea – and independent school for students aged 4 to 18 - is less than a mile away. At primary level, there are several well respected schools within a half-mile radius. 

The list includes L’Ecole des Petits, an independent school for children aged 3 to 6, and two excellent state run schools: Langford Primary School and Ashburnham Community School.

 

Home Comforts and Hotel-style Facilities

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In Chelsea, London, high quality apartments for sale are always in great demand. The Chelsea Creek development is proving especially popular with homebuyers and investors, as it combines relaxed, luxe living with hotel-style amenities. Residents can enjoy an enviable array of on-site wellness facilities, including a swimming pool, gymnasium, sauna, jacuzzi and treatment rooms.  

Other benefits include a 24-hour concierge service, underground parking and access to a business lounge and private meeting room. There is also a rooftop lounge and terrace for residents, with sweeping views over London and the river Thames.

 

A Style Inspired by Europe’s Great Cities

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The architecture and landscaping of the Chelsea Creek development takes its inspiration from the traditional waterside buildings found in Amsterdam and Copenhagen. Each apartment offers a warm and welcoming ambience, with elegant, light-filled living spaces designed and finished to a high specification.

Kitchens are fitted with stylish, contemporary units (available in three different colour palettes) and equipped with integrated Miele appliances. Bathrooms boast marble wall and floor tiles with attractive, brass-effect detailing. 

Each property has its own balcony: an ideal spot to enjoy a morning coffee or evening drinks. Alternatively, simply watch the world go by from Chelsea Creek’s landscaped gardens or hop on a paddle-board to explore the river.

 

Hassle-free Travel Across London

The development is conveniently close to a wide range of transport links. Imperial Wharf train station is just four minutes’ walk away (with onward connections to Clapham Junction and Stratford) and Fulham Broadway Station (on the Wimbledon branch of the District Line) is also within walking distance. 

The Thames Clipper riverboat service, with routes towards Westminster, London Bridge, Canary Wharf and Greenwich, can be boarded at nearby Chelsea Harbour Pier. Buses heading south west towards Richmond, north to Kensington or east to the West End and city can be picked up from stops nearby.

If you’ve been looking for flats for sale in Chelsea, we would highly recommend a visit to Chelsea Creek apartments. The apartments at Chelsea Creek are ideal for investors buying to rent. They are also perfect as a pied-a-terre, or for busy professionals seeking a relaxed lifestyle in an urban setting. If you would like to explore one of these exceptional properties, available from £750,000, simply get in touch to arrange a viewing.

 

View Chelsea Creek Apartments Here

Enjoy Your Best Christmas Ever At Five Fabulous Destinations

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Wherever you travel, Christmas is always a special time of year. But there are certain places around the globe that take festive celebrations to a whole new level. This month we have hitched a lift aboard Santa’s sleigh to explore the world’s best Christmas destinations.

 

Yuletide In Miami, Florida

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With an average daytime temperature of 24.6 degrees centigrade in December, you certainly won’t need to pack those winter woollies for your trip to Florida. 

This area is renowned for its fantastic beaches and exotic sea life, and even in December you’ll find local residents strolling on the beach, admiring tinsel-wrapped palm trees and Christmas-themed sand sculptures. In town, the streets glitter with seasonal lights and friends gather to eat together or drink festive cocktails.

Miami boasts a wide range of Christmas events and activities, from Santa’s Enchanted Forest – the world’s largest holiday theme park – to the Tri-Rail Winter Wonderland Celebration.  

To get the ambience just right, Tri-Rail’s organisers import 20 tons of artificial snow and groups of carol singers to entertain the crowds. 

 

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Dreaming of a Miami Christmas? This beachfront estate is the ideal base for your celebrations. Experience Absolute Paradise! One of Florida's most special waterfront estates. Florida Keys Tropical Compound spans 14.5 Acres with over 1,000 ft. of Private Beaches & a 1/4 mile grand entrance surrounded by beautiful exotic trees.

 

Festive Fun in New York

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While Florida partygoers are likely to be wearing swimsuits, late December temperatures can be as low as minus two degrees centigrade in New York. But if you’re a fan of classic films such as Miracle on 34th Street or When Harry Met Sally, you’ll know that the magic of a New York Christmas is all about getting cosy with friends in a buzzing downtown bar or restaurant.

New York is one of the best places to go for Christmas, with a programme of activities to help you celebrate right through until New Year. Sing carols around the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree, get your skates on to visit the Bank of America Winter Village at Bryant Park or enjoy the eye-popping lightscape at the Brooklyn Botanic Garden. (And of course, NYC offers endless opportunities to shop, drink and dine in true festive style).

 

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Love New York at Christmas? View this stunning Central Park apartment in New York. Located in a Beaux-Arts Central Park West building is this large home boasting 4-5 bedrooms and a Large Master Suite. 

 

Beat the Winter Blues in The Bahamas

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What better way to spend the festive season than celebrating in style in a tropical paradise? Beach parties are held here throughout the holiday season, especially on New Year’s Eve.

Bahamians do their Christmas shopping at the Port Lucaya Market in Grand Bahama (the islands’ biggest shopping complex), where local traders offer special deals throughout the month of December. 

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In Downtown Nassau, Christmas festivities kick off with a spectacular family tree-lighting event at Pompey Square, followed by a wealth of seasonal concerts and celebrations. 

You can also visit the famous Straw Market, located amongst the high end boutiques on Bay Street. Best of all, the heart and soul of Bahamian culture can be experienced in the world-famous Junkanoo Parade, an incredible carnival celebration with colourful parades on Boxing Day and New Year’s Day.  

 

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Tempted by a tropical Christmas? Explore this glorious island hideaway - Kiva Casa. There are many luxury homes in the Bahamas but none that are as well built, impeccably maintained and carefully thought out as Kiva Casa. The house has a perfectly flowing floor plan and sweeping ocean/golf course views of the fairways and lakes.

 

Enjoy a Maximalist Christmas in Dubai

Like everything in Dubai, the holiday celebrations seem a little larger than life … the Christmas trees are taller, the decorations more extravagant, and the events are more spectacular.

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If you love festive markets, Dubai has at least ten that are just perfect for stocking up on festive treats and gifts. Visit the Winter Garden at Habtoor Palace, where twinkling fairy lights illuminate the glorious palace building and its grounds.  

It’s a foodie paradise, with pop-up stalls serving delicious street food. As you wander around the stalls, you can join in with the carol singers or watch street artists perform. Another great winter-themed destination is Ski Dubai’s Winter Wonderland, where Santa and his elves wait to welcome the kids with Christmas goodie bags. 

As you’d expect from a ski resort in Dubai, there’s plenty of artificial snow.  So much, in fact, that young visitors are encouraged to make their own snowmen.

 

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Like Dubai’s Christmas vibe? Experience the magic of living in Index Tower. This beautiful 5 bedroom penthouse spreads over two floors, comes with an incredible 9,200 sq. ft. built up area with highest quality finishing and is fully upgraded with immaculate attention to detail. You will be awe-inspired to a beautiful living and jaw dropping views overlooking the Burj Khalifa and the Dubai skyline.

 

Feeling Festive in London

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London’s impressive history makes it one of the best places to visit for Christmas. What better way to capture the spirit of Christmas past than a visit to the iconic Tower of London, to explore its magical Enchanted Menagerie experience? Or shopping in the world-famous Hamleys toy store (whilst taking in the breathtaking street lighting displays that light up the West End at this time of year)? 

At Christmas, you’ll find bustling traditional markets in Southbank, Covent Garden, Kings Cross, Borough, Eccleston Yards and Hyde Park. You’ll also be able to enjoy West End musicals such as The Six, which offers a contemporary take on Henry VIII’s wives. 

If you prefer more traditional venues, the Royal Albert Hall hosts an annual Carols by Candlelight concert and this year they are celebrating their 150th season.

 

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Love London’s history? Find your perfect home in this Georgian townhouse. A Wonderful Freehold Family Home On A Beautiful Garden Square Near Hyde Park. An elegant Grade II listed Georgian townhouse providing approximately 3,760 sq. ft. of exceptionally bright family and entertaining accommodation, a few minutes’ walk from the West End.

Wherever you spend Christmas, it’s great to enjoy the celebrations from a place you can call home. If you’d like to view properties for sale in London or explore buying a home in any of the exotic locations listed here, don’t hesitate to contact us for help.

Central London Switches on the Christmas Magic
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December is a magical month for Londoners. Whether you are shopping, dining or simply taking a stroll to soak up the festive atmosphere, there are countless opportunities to have fun and get into the Christmas spirit. 

We know that the spectacular street lighting displays in Oxford Street and Regent Street usually attract the greatest attention. But stunning examples of festive lighting can also be found throughout central London, alongside traditional Christmas markets, cute Santa grottos and glittering ice rinks.  

This Christmas we have compiled a list that combines some of the city’s most exciting and popular festive events, with lesser known – but equally inviting – seasonal offerings.  

If you want to see the best London Christmas lights of 2021, or you are searching for a popular London Christmas Market, let us be your guide.  

2021 is a year where London’s businesses are making an extra special effort to attract footfall, so it’s a great time to get out and see what’s on offer.

 

A Very Merry Marylebone Christmas

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Marylebone’s swooping, starry Christmas lights offer yet another reason to visit this cosmopolitan London village. It’s a place where gorgeously decorated independent shops combine with welcoming cafes and cosy restaurants to offer an unforgettable festive shopping experience.  

Grab a Christmas essentials hamper from Ottolenghi (63-65 Marylebone Lane) or sip a festive cocktail at the 108 Bar (108 Marylebone Lane). Alternatively visit Holmes Hotel to binge-watch popular romantic movies on their secret roof terrace.

Fortunate filmgoers are seated in a ‘Narnia-esqua wonderland’ with popcorn, fairy lights and cosy fur throws included.

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Tempted to move here? View our High Specification Mayfair Townhouse available for sale in Marylebone. Located at the heart of Prime Mayfair, this magnificent grade II listed Georgian townhouse has been extensively refurbished to a high specification and offers the best of modern living in a period setting.

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Knightsbridge Gets Christmassy

Knightsbridge tends to avoid conventional Christmas street lighting displays, relying instead on the bright lights of individual stores such as the world-famous Harrods and Harvey Nichols. Currently, the streets are filled with excited high street shoppers, filming this year’s enchanting window displays.  

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Younger residents can enjoy an exciting storytime with Santa at the Royal Albert Hall, a gilded Victorian concert hall that is the perfect venue for festive cultural activities. Keen skaters can glide the rink at South Kensington’s Natural History Museum.

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Want to feel the glow all year round? View Outstanding Family Apartment available for sale in Knightsbridge. A magnificent third floor family apartment directly on Hyde Park. The property has wonderful views of the park from its principal rooms, and from its balcony. 

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Step into Christmas in Hyde Park

Families flock to Hyde Park Winter Wonderland, a seasonal extravaganza billed as “The world's best destination for festive fun - in the heart of London.”  Visitors can enjoy fairground rides, ice skating and kids’ activities in “Santa Land”: there’s even a pop-up bar made entirely out of blocks of ice.  

Winter Wonderland also hosts Hyde Park’s very own Christmas market, complete with one hundred prettily decorated chalets, selling everything from winter scarves to bratwurst.  

Covid rules are observed here to reduce overcrowding, so remember to book your visit in advance. 

Attracted by all that seasonal fun?  View this Elegant Georgian Townhouse Located just Moments from Hyde Park. An elegant grade II listed Georgian townhouse, positioned on the preferred west side of Albion Street beside Hyde Park. This spacious freehold house offers exceptional family accommodation and outside space at the heart of Connaught Village in W2, with a wealth of period features, original fireplaces and exceptionally high ceilings throughout. 

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Starry Eyed in King's Cross

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The N1C postcode area comes alive at Christmas. Eager shoppers can visit not one, but three King's Cross Christmas markets as well as take part in a huge range of events and activities.  

Whether you want to try your hand at curling, pick up an ultra-cool, artisan-made Christmas gift or enjoy a live performance, there’s something for everyone.

In nearby St Pancras, you can take your starry eyed little ones to meet Santa in his Christmas grotto. The jolly man in red is available up to and including 23rd December: after that he’ll need to hop on a train to the North Pole. 

Love the festive vibe here? View this Penthouse with Roof Garden in the Iconic Gasholders Building available for sale in King's Cross. Located within the iconic Grade II listed Gasholders development, this duplex penthouse benefits from a 785 Sq Ft roof garden and two large balconies, with spectacular views of London’s famous skyline. 

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More Christmas Highlights

London has so many delightful streets where you can stroll, shop and enjoy fabulous festive dining. Go to Paddington to gather round a riverside Christmas tree and take selfies in the Tunnel of Light.  

Alternatively, sign up for the Love Actually Christmas Lights Walk. Starting at Green Park Station, the walk takes you to 10 romantic locations featured in the film.

 

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As you explore the capital at its festive best, you may discover one particular area that captures your heart. As London’s leading luxury estate agent, we are here to help you find your dream property, so don’t hesitate to give us a call.  Merry Christmas!

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Marylebone Square Development: Attracting Buyers From Across The Globe
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At BHHS London, we are delighted to offer a range of breathtaking apartments available within the sought after Marylebone Square development. This outstanding new building, situated in one of London's most popular 'urban villages', is proving popular with buyers looking for Marylebone properties for sale. Read on to discover why Marylebone Square is attracting buyers from all over the world. 

 

A New Chapter

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As the latest - and only - whole city block to be constructed in W1, Marylebone Square opens a new chapter in the area's history.

Ideally located in the heart of Marylebone, the development offers a stunning, contemporary interpretation of the traditional London mansion block. The imposing  nine-storey, 25,160 square metre edifice incorporates 54 exceptional luxury apartments. 

This impressive building has recently risen from the site of a former car park in Moxon Street, Marylebone. Its location is in perfect position to access all the delightful independent shops, bars, and restaurants in this cosmopolitan area.  

Marylebone Square is also within walking distance of several underground stations, as well as two London parks (Regents Park and Hyde Park). Nearby there are a number of outstanding schools, as well as some of the world's most highly respected medical practices. 

 

A Beautifully Executed Design

Marylebone Square carefully blends tradition with contemporary luxury living. The project has been masterminded by developers Concord London, who have completed several other sought-after luxury developments in London. 

By the time the project first broke ground in the winter of 2020, 40% of the apartments had already been snapped up by eager buyers.  

Concord chose acclaimed architect Simon Bowden to create the design for Marylebone Square. Simon and his team have added a unique, contemporary twist to the classic Georgian style characterising this elegant and sophisticated neighbourhood.  

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The building has been designed to blend in seamlessly with its historic environment whilst attracting well-deserved attention in its own right. Exterior features include a welcoming, canopied entrance and terraces finished with signature metal balustrades, made by a local forge.  

The design also incorporates local motifs such as the musical wave pattern forming a lantern frieze around the penthouse apartments.  This reflects Marylebone's long-standing relationship with music and performance: from 18th-century musical entertainment in the historic Pleasure Gardens to the EMI recording studio and the Royal Academy of Music.

 

Focus On Wellness

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In response to the Covid-19 pandemic, the architects have put wellness at the heart of the interior design. The stand-out feature of this exceptional development is a five-storey, canopied open courtyard with water features and lush planting.  

Common areas benefit from enhanced clean air management, and residents can expect a contact-free journey from the curb to their front door. 

High-end retail outlets, together with public and private parking spaces, are also included in Marylebone Square’s impressive list of amenities. A new community space, Marylebone Hall, will provide a venue for cultural events and will also host Marylebone's popular Sunday Farmers' Market.

 

Exceptional Apartments

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Marylebone Square's luxury apartments have been built using high quality natural materials, with oak floors, marble-clad bathrooms, bronze-coated windows and stone worktops. Functions such as lighting and underfloor heating are seamlessly incorporated into the interior design.  

Many of the bedrooms feature floor-to-ceiling glass doors that open out to a balcony (the perfect spot for morning coffee or evening drinks). 

Bathrooms boast curved marble walls, nickel brass tapware and luxurious walnut vanity units, while kitchens are designed with large breakfast-bar islands, white units and black, Crittall-style windows.

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Arrange A Viewing

Our estate agents in Marylebone have reported a high level of interest in Marylebone Square apartments for sale. If you are interested in becoming one of the first residents to occupy this iconic mansion block, we recommend that you contact us as soon as possible.

Get in touch with our BHHS London property experts, and they will be happy to book a viewing.

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The Post-One Thames City, Nine Elms: Why is it the UK’s Most Desirable Address?London Lettings Market Shows Steady Growth
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Over the past six years, the former industrial site at Nine Elms has been transformed into a glamorous, Manhattan-style development on the south bank of the River Thames. With its waterside location, exceptional amenities, and far reaching views over London, One Thames City has become one of the most desirable addresses of all the Nine Elms new developments.

 

Focus on Residents and Families

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Unprecedented in its scale and ambition, One Thames City promises an entirely new level of modern luxury living. With an array of premium residences, exclusive shops, restaurants and eateries, it's much more than a new development: it's London's newest district. 

The site includes twelve buildings (including three iconic towers) rising up from an area that was previously home to the New Covent Garden flower market. Built by the R&F Group in a joint venture with CC Land and designed by internationally acclaimed architects Skidmore Owings & Merrill LLP (SOM), it offers 1,417 new homes. The development will also include over 120,000 square feet of commercial space.  

Talking to NineElmsLondon.com, Guan Zhixiong, Chairman of R&F Group UK, said: “We believe One Thames City will set a new standard globally for mixed use projects”, adding: “We take great pride in the detail of what we build, and residents and their families are the focus for everything we do.” 

 

World Class Amenities

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The residences at One Thames City are amongst Nine Elms' finest London apartments. Its buildings are situated within 2.5 acres of mature trees and lush planting in Linear Park.

The park is a public realm project central to Nine Elms' transformation, providing a landscaped route that links public squares, shopping parades and hotels with existing green spaces. Eventually, the route will extend from Battersea Power Station in the west through to Vauxhall Pleasure Gardens in the east.

The high quality amenities available to residents at One Thames City include a wellness centre with a gym, yoga studio, swimming pool and spa. You will also be able to relax in a cosy library, enjoy your favourite movies in the screening room and socialise with other residents in the wine and cigar bar. A private dining room and lounge area are provided for residents to entertain friends, family and colleagues.   

Parking is available, and the One Thames City site is just a few minutes walk from two stations: the Northern Line's newest underground station at Nine Elms or Vauxhall (overground trains and the Victoria Line). If you are interested in property for sale in Nine Elms and would like to know more, you can download the One Thames City brochure for further details.

 

What Makes One Thames City Such a Desirable Address?

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It's not just the cachet that comes from living in London's newest and most desirable district that makes One Thames City such a great place to live. It is also the exceptional quality of the architecture and design. The interior spaces have been carefully crafted, with luxury and style to equal the experience of walking into one of the world's most luxurious and exclusive hotels. 

The location of One Thames City means getting around London will be effortless. With two underground stations within easy reach, the apartments are ideally placed to help you make the most of the capital's shops, cultural venues and nightlife. 

And don't forget, you'll also be able to stroll from your apartment to the world-class fine dining restaurants, high-end retail outlets, and exclusive bars to be found along the Linear Park route.  

Travel from One Thames City to most key areas of London is quick and easy. For example, you can reach Leicester Square, in the heart of London's theatreland, in seven minutes by tube, while a riverboat from Vauxhall to Westminster takes just 10 minutes. Alternatively, if you have a flight to catch, you can reach Gatwick and Heathrow terminals 2 and 3 in under 40 minutes. 

If you would take a closer look at the apartments available at One Thames City, there are fabulous collections of residences, ranging from one bedroom apartments to wonderful five bedroom penthouses offering luxurious amenities, available to buyers. To view these properties and experience everything this remarkable development has to offer, simply contact us at BHHS London.

 

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Has the Prime Central London Property Market Turned a Corner?

Prime central London property prices have risen for the last two quarters, giving hope that the long-awaited recovery in the Prime Central London market is finally underway.

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Despite the absence of international buyers due to the pandemic, Q3 figures show that the number of homes sold at £2 million or more is up by 5 per cent (when compared with Q3 2020). The number of completed property transactions recorded in the first nine months of 2021 is already equal to the full year figures for 2019. Prices are also 21% higher than the 2015 to 2019 five-year average.

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The Background to Current Market Conditions

Before the pandemic, the central London residential market had been adversely affected by political uncertainty resulting from the Brexit referendum. Following the December 2019 general election, however, public sentiment began to shift, and in early 2020 there were signs of returning confidence.

In the months that followed March 2020, successive lockdowns took their toll on the prime central London property market. Londoners tired of home confinement, rejected city-centre buzz and convenience in favour of areas with green, leafy streets and a village vibe. 

Some even opted to move out of the capital altogether, eager to enjoy the back-to-nature experience they craved after months of lockdown. At the same time, travel restrictions held back the overseas buyers who would normally be expected to invest in properties in central London.

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What has Happened This Year?

The Stamp Duty Holiday offered homebuyers a discount of up to £15,000 on property purchases made between September 2020 and June 2021. This helped to keep the market buoyant up to 30th June, but sales inevitably slowed in the following month after buyers raced to meet the June deadline. 

However, activity levels have been stronger than anticipated, helped by historically low interest rates. The volume of sales in the third quarter was down just 8% in 2020 (and 13% less than the average from 2015 to 2019).  

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Although Q3 saw a drop in sales of properties listed below £2 million, sales above £2 million increased. The market saw 21% more sales at £2m plus (compared with average Q3 sales 2015-19) and 39% more for properties priced over £5 million, compared with the 2015 to 2019 average.

This interest in higher-priced properties in central London is an encouraging sign for the prime sales market.

 

Houses Vs Apartments

Houses continue to outperform apartments, with a 4.6% annual rise in values for houses, compared to a 1.0% rise for flats. The price of houses in prime areas with six or more bedrooms has gone up by an average of 6.2% over the past year, with five bedroom properties rising by 5.3%. 

However, this trend is changing now that office workers have begun to return to London. 

Some Londoners who escaped to rural locations are already planning to move back to the heart of the capital, while others wanting to avoid a long commute are purchasing pied-a-terre apartments.

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Prospects for 2022

The latest under offer data shows that the end of this year could also be busy for prime sales in London. Each month this year (except July), the number of properties put under offer has been higher than the 2015-2019 five-year average, with volumes rising by 12% in August and 11% in September.

International buyers are also returning to the capital. Before the pandemic, overseas buyers accounted for almost half of all property sales in areas such as Knightsbridge and Mayfair, but travel restrictions saw that cut to a quarter.  

With restrictions now lifted, property experts predict a 2% rise in prices by the end of the year, followed by a 7% rise in 2022.

If you are interested in reading more on last month’s trends, please see below the Prime London Market Update Report for October 2021:

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If you are looking for a first or second home, or a property investment in this fantastic city, we would be delighted to help. As one of the capital's leading estate agents, we use our extensive experience in the luxury property market to advise and guide our clients. Either browse our list of properties for sale in central London or get in touch and let us know what you are looking for.

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