The area around Farringdon is mainly inhabited by businesses, restaurants, bars and cafés and isn't generally thought of as being a particularly residential area. People who are searching for property in Farringdon will discover there are some Georgian terraced houses in the few residential streets situated around St. John Street and Farringdon Road. Farringdon is in postcode EC1 in the London Borough of Islington. If you are searching for property in Farringdon, you could try extending your search just a little further to include Clerkenwell where there is a good selection of converted warehouses and lofts for sale. The area around Farringdon and Clerkenwell is considered to be cosmopolitan and stylish, appealing to wealthier young professionals and City types.
Amenities for properties in Farringdon
One of the big attractions for the residents of Farringdon is the superb and extensive selection of restaurants, bars and cafés and it is also home to one of London's most famous night clubs. The neighbouring area of Clerkenwell has a number of shops amongst which there is a newsagent, banks, a bike shop, boutiques and art galleries. For supermarket shopping there is a Sainsbury's Local and Tesco Express near to Farringdon and a Waitrose located at the Barbican. Property hunters in Farringdon who enjoy the arts won't be disappointed as the Barbican Arts Centre is within walking distance. Interesting places to visit in the area include Leather Lane Market where you can purchase all manner of items: shoes, clothing, flowers, CD's, electrical goods and much more. Hatton Garden is within walking distance and is recognised as the jewellery and diamond quarter of London.
Transport for Farringdon
House hunters looking for property in Farringdon will discover excellent transport links. The station at Farringdon provides access to the Circle, Hammersmith & City and Metropolitan lines on the underground and it is also possible to travel directly to Gatwick Airport in 35 minutes on the Thameslink. As well as having good train links the area is well serviced by a number of bus routes.
Surrounding areas
If you are searching for property for sale in Farringdon you should consider extending your search to Clerkenwell, the Barbican and Smithfield.
flat, 2 bedrooms
A refurbished first floor apartment, located within the heart of the Hatton Garden Diamond district within close proximity to Chancery Lane and Farringdon Stations with their links to The City,...
flat, 2 bedrooms
This first floor two bedroomed property boasts generous living space, combined with stylish contemporary décor, communal gardens and a highly sought-after location.
flat, 1 bedroom
We are delighted to offer to the market this one bedroom flat on the top (5th) floor of this block close to Holborn. The property comprises of an entrance hall, kitchen, reception, bedroom and two...
flat, 2 bedrooms
We are delighted to offer to the market this two bedroom flat on the fourth floor of this block close to Holborn. The property comprises of an entrance hall, kitchen, reception, two bedrooms and...
house, 5 bedrooms
We are delighted to offer to the market this wonderfully refurbished Georgian house which is situated on one of the finest streets in Bloomsbury, just two doors along from the Charles Dickens...
flat, 1 bedroom
Refurbished top-floor double bedroom apartment in this 1920s local authority building. Controlled access to the building and secure entry-phone system for each block. Light, wooden floors, fitted...
flat, 2 bedrooms
Currell Residential is pleased to present this spacious and light two double bedroom, two bathroom apartment with secure underground parking, two balconies and a 986 year lease. (contd...)
flat, 4 bedrooms
An interesting and rare opportunity to purchase the top two floors of this building with exclusive use of a large roof terrace located on the corner of Red Lion Street and Princeton Street,...
flat, 1 bedroom
This second floor one bedroomed flat offers ample living space, presented in good condition throughout, benefiting from contemporary décor and a highly sought-after location.
flat, 1 bedroom
This first floor one bedroomed flat offers ample living space, presented in good condition throughout, benefiting from contemporary décor and a highly sought-after location.