Property Details: - Type: Duplex - Bedrooms: 3 - Bathrooms: 1

Agent: Felicity J. Lord - Clerkenwell Phone: 020 8022 7193

Set across the upper floors of a handsome Victorian building on New North Road, this beautifully composed three-bedroom home unfolds vertically, offering over 1,440 sq ft of internal and external space and culminating in a substantial private roof terrace with open skyline views.<br/><br/>Arrival is via elegant Portland stone entrance steps, setting a refined architectural tone from the outset. Inside, a solid wood herringbone floor anchors the hallway, immediately establishing warmth and material quality that continues throughout the home.<br/><br/>Rather than reading as a conventional apartment, the property presents more like a private house in the sky — layered, light-filled and rich in retained architectural detail. A characterful original staircase connects each level, creating a natural sense of flow and spatial journey through the home.<br/><br/>The principal living level is anchored by a generous open-plan kitchen, dining and reception space, where soft colour tones, warm timber floors and period features sit comfortably alongside contemporary joinery and clean-lined detailing. Dual sash windows bring excellent natural light into the space, while exposed brickwork and original fireplaces subtly reinforce the building’s heritage.<br/><br/>The hand-built in-frame kitchen is finished with solid oak worktops and integrated Neff appliances, designed for both everyday living and entertaining. Cabinetry is painted and easily adaptable for future owners, while a separate utility and laundry cupboard upstairs keeps the main living spaces uncluttered and refined.<br/><br/>The upper sleeping levels provide two well-proportioned bedrooms alongside a beautifully finished family bathroom, creating calm and well-balanced private accommodation. A third room offers excellent flexibility as a guest bedroom, studio or home office. Practical storage has been thoughtfully integrated, including a generous under-stairs cupboard and additional storage at the top of the stairwell.<br/><br/>Comfort and performance have been carefully considered throughout. The home benefits from a whole-house ventilation system that continuously introduces fresh air while removing stale air — keeping the property comfortable and well-regulated year-round. Double glazing, new radiators and upgraded insulation beneath the engineered floating floors deliver excellent thermal efficiency and impressive acoustic separation. The electrics were comprehensively renewed in 2019, offering peace of mind for incoming buyers.<br/><br/>Crowning the home is an exceptional private roof terrace measuring approximately 341 sq ft — a genuinely usable outdoor room rather than a token balcony. Recently upgraded in 2024 alongside the roof structure, the terrace is fitted with integrated lighting, power and water supply, creating a highly functional space for outdoor dining, entertaining and evening relaxation, with open views stretching across surrounding rooftops toward the City skyline.<br/><br/>From a ownership perspective, the building is efficiently managed with no service charge or ground rent. Building insurance is shared between just two freeholders, contributing to low ongoing costs and a well-maintained, cooperative arrangement.<br/><br/>Positioned within a Conservation Area, New North Road sits at the intersection of Islington, Shoreditch and the City. Regent’s Canal and Shoreditch Park provide nearby green space, while a vibrant mix of independent cafés, restaurants and neighbourhood shops sit moments from the front door. Excellent transport connections are available via Old Street and Angel stations, alongside multiple bus routes offering fast access across Central and East London.<br/><br/>A rare opportunity to acquire a vertically layered Victorian home with meaningful outdoor space, strong architectural character and intelligently upgraded infrastructure in one of North London’s most dynamic neighbourhoods.