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To book a viewing for this property, please call Oliver Jaques Bow, on 02089800999.
To book a viewing for this property, please call Oliver Jaques Bow, on 02089800999.
1 Bedroom Apartment, Lexington Building, Bow Quarter, London, E3
Lexington Building, Bow Quarter, London, E3

Oliver Jaques Bow
Oliver Jaques Estate Agents Ltd, Unit A Arlington Building
Description
Located in the historical Bryant and May matchstick factory conversion is this recently refurnished one bedroom top floor apartment. Facing to a south westerly elevation and enjoying spectacular views over East London, City of London and the Shard. The owner is in the process of extending the lease and this will be included as part of the sale. Extending to 601 sq ft (55 Sq M) making this a larger one bedroom in the development, this is a must view for any client seeking the Bow Quarter lifestyle.
The accommodation briefly comprises of an entrance hallway, leading into an L-shaped reception room/kitchen, modern fitted bathroom and a spiral staircase leads to the mezzanine bedroom. The apartment also benefits from its own private parking space in a secure gated underground car park.
The grounds of Bow Quarter are very well maintained and include a 24 hour concierge for both convenience and security, beautiful communal areas, a large roof terrace seating area and access to wi-fi connection, residents 15m heated swimming pool with jacuzzi, sauna, steam room, gymnasium with access to classes including yoga, local convenience store and on-site postal service.
Bow Quarter is located on Fairfield Road and is a gated community with a wealth of impressive architecture and history. The location is convenient with Bow Church DLR station being located just 0.2 miles from the property and providing access to many locations in East London, including both Stratford and Canary Wharf. Then 0.4 Miles from the property is Bow Road Underground Station, including access to the District Line and Hammersmith and City Line, this can provide access into Central London within 10 - 15 minutes, including Liverpool Street Station. Hackney Wick Overground Station is located just 1 mile from the property and can also provide access to Highbury and Islington, Hackney, Camden and Kew Gardens with ease.
Bow is also popular due to its ease of access to many green open spaces, Grove Hall Park is under a 5 minute walk from the property, whilst others looking for larger green spaces will enjoy Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park just a 10-15 minute walk from the property and Victoria Park being around a 15 minute walk. From Victoria Park you can follow the Prince Regent Canal to both Broadway Market (very popular spot on a Sunday) or Columbia Road Flower Market. Many amenities are located nearby, with Bow Road shopping parade including a few convenience stores and petrol station. Access to Stratford is around a 20 minutes walk with all the facilities of Westfield Shopping Centre, however, it can also be accessed via the DLR and this will take 5-10 minutes.
The history of Bow Quarter and it's architectural importance all adds to the strong sense of community. Originally a Bryant and May factory constructed in 1861, once being the biggest factory in London. It was the site of the Match Girls Strike in the 1880’s this in turn formed the Union of Women Matchmakers, later renamed the Matchmakers Union. As a site of Historical importance English Heritage named the site with a blue plaque in 2022, this can be seen on the front of the building near the concierge office.
The site was one of East London's first urban renewal projects and the factory building is still an integral part of the development.
EPC Rating: D
Virtual Tour
https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=aVM14Y78devKey Features
- Recently refurbished top floor mezzanine apartment
- Grade II listed Bryant & May Factory Building
- Extending to 601 st ft (55 Sq M)
- Double windows facing to a South Westerly elevation
- Spacious Mezzanine Bedroom
- Modern fitted kitchen and bathroom
- Stunning Views over London including The City and The Shard
- 0.2 Miles to Bow Church Station (DLR) & 0.3 Miles to Bow Road Station (District/Hammersmith and City)
- 24 Hour Concierge, Communal Gymnasium and Swimming Pool
- Beautiful Landscaped Grounds, On Site Coffee Shop and Convenience Store
Property Details
- Property type: Apartment
- Price Per Sq Foot: £666
- Approx Sq Feet: 601 sqft
- Plot Sq Feet: 22,141 sqft
- Property Age Bracket: 1970 - 1990
- Council Tax Band: C
- Tenure: Leasehold
- Lease Expiry: 02/07/3024
- Ground Rent:
- Service Charge: £4,500.00 per year
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Entrance Hallway
To include the spiral staircase providing access to the mezzanine floor.
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