neighbouring areas
| Aldgate | Clerkenwell | Finsbury | Smithfield |
| Barbican | Eastcheap | Kings Cross | |
| Charterhouse Square | Farringdon | Shoreditch |
Postcodes
| EC1 | EC2 | EC3 | EC4 |
other districts in UK
| Central London | North London | South West London | |
| East Central London | North West London | West Central London | |
| East London | South East London | West London |
The area around Blackfriars is steeped in history, having been home to the Dominican Friars in 1276, and the location for the divorce hearing of Catherine of Aragon and Henry VIII. Moving to the present day, people who are searching for property in Blackfriars will discover an area that is predominantly commercial and which falls pleasantly quiet once the commuters have departed. Properties for sale in Blackfriars are a mixture of luxury flats in new developments, apartments in Victorian mansion blocks and converted office buildings towards Fleet Street. Blackfriars is in postcode EC4 in the London Borough of the City of London. If you are searching for a flat in Blackfriars you should expect to pay £599k+ for a two bedroom flat in a new development.
Amenities for properties in Blackfriars
Although shopping opportunities around Blackfriars are limited to smaller retail shops, a few restaurants and coffee shops, the excellent transport connections mean residents are no more than half an hour away from pretty much anywhere in London, including Covent Garden with its extensive variety of shops and markets. Another good place for shopping is Gabriel's Wharf, which is just over the river from Blackfriars on the South Bank; this pleasant square is formed by the backs of warehouses painted to resemble house-fronts. Gabriel's Wharf Market is an attractive group of craft shops, boutiques and cafés. People looking for property in Blackfriars will discover there are plenty of local attractions in the area, amongst which is magnificent St. Paul's Cathedral, scenic walks along the river Thames, and the famous Millennium Bridge from where there are great views up and down the river. Once you've crossed the bridge, you could enjoy a play at the Globe Theatre or visit the Tate Modern.
Transport and surrounding areas for Blackfriars
Residents of Blackfriars benefit from good transport links. The station at Blackfriars provides access to the District and Circle lines on the underground, has a mainline station running services out to Kent, and a riverboat connection point. Additionally the City Thameslink service runs from nearby Ludgate Circus.
People who are hunting for property in Blackfriars should also consider the Barbican, Clerkenwell and Farringdon.
view the 10 most recently added properties for sale in Blackfriars
1 bedroom flat in Carter Lane, London EC4V - Asking price of £385,000
A one bedroom flat in a quiet location close to St. Paul's cathedral. With a south aspect, all windows look out from the 1st floor onto a peaceful courtyard.... view full details
1 bedroom flat in Queens Quay, Mansion House - Asking price of £280,000
This one bedroon flat is situated on the 3rd floor of Queens Quay and offers entrance hall, fitted kitchen, bathroom, bedroom and reception room. The building has triple lifts, a large communal...... view full details
1 bedroom flat in Catherdral Court, 6874 Carter Lane, London,London - Asking price of £339,950
Superb compact one bedroom apartment located in a superb historical street just South of the Old Bailey and St. Paul's Cathedral. Situated at the rear of the building not overlooking the...... view full details
1 bedroom flat in Fleet street, Temple, London EC4 - Asking price of £220,000
A superb studio apartment situated on the corner of Fleet Street. The apartment is modern and bright and would make an ideal pied a terre. This first floor studio is within walking distance of...... view full details
1 bedroom flat in Friar Street, London, EC4V - Asking price of £340,000
A delightful one bedroom apartment in this popular development tucked away in the network of Dickensian streets south of St Paul's Cathedral.... view full details
1 bedroom flat in Queens Quay, 58 Upper Thames Street, London, EC4V - Asking price of £435,000
A one double bedroom apartment with fantastic views over the River Thames.... view full details
studio flat in Bride Court, London - Asking price of £325,000
A spacious studio flat positioned on the first floor of this converted period building located just off New Bridge Street with easy access to the City and West End.Leasehold with...... view full details
2 bedrooms flat in Queens Quay, City EC4 - Asking price of £899,500
A 2 bedroom apartment located in the city with fantastic views over the River Thames towards Shakespeare's Globe and the Tate Modern. Located on the 3rd floor the apartment has been recently...... view full details
1 bedroom flat in Queens Quay, Mansion House,London - Asking price of £320,000
Queens quay - a modern riverside development -no onward chain a one bedroom apartment, situated on the fourth floor with semi open plan kitchen-reception room, westerly river views to the globe...... view full details
