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£500,000

(£701/sq. ft)

1 bed flat for sale
Downs Road, London E5

    • 1 bed

    • 1 bath

    • 1 reception

    • 713 sq. ft

  • EPC Rating: B

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Leasehold
Added on 29/09/2026

About this property

  • Modern one-bedroom apartment

  • Third-floor position

  • Approx. 713 sq ft (66 sq m)

  • Spacious open-plan kitchen/reception room

  • Private balcony

  • EPC Rating = B

Stylish, south-facing apartment with tranquil park views

Description
This beautifully presented one-bedroom apartment enjoys sweeping views across the green expanse of Hackney Downs, with a generous south-facing balcony perfect for morning coffee, al fresco dining or sunset drinks.
Set on the 3rd floor of the award-winning Otto Building and extending to 713 sq ft (66 sqm), this exceptionally spacious apartment combines impressive proportions with an abundance of natural light. Residents of the Otto also benefit from two wellness rooms, concierge services and beautifully landscaped rooftop gardens with panoramic views across the London skyline.

The apartment is centred around a bright open-plan living and dining space, where full-height glazing frames the park views and opens directly onto the balcony. The contemporary kitchen features integrated Smeg appliances, stone worktops and excellent storage, complemented by oak flooring throughout. The principal bedroom also enjoys peaceful views across the park and benefits from fitted Italian wardrobes, while the beautifully appointed bathroom features hexagonal porcelain floor tiles, dark-gloss wall tiling and mirrored cabinetry.
Perfectly positioned on the edge of Hackney Downs, the apartment offers the best of park-side living, with acres of green space and tennis courts quite literally on the doorstep.

Location
The surrounding area offers a vibrant mix of independent cafés, restaurants, pubs, delicatessens and pop-up food spots, reflecting the character and creativity the neighbourhood is known for. Popular destination markets take place regularly along Broadway Market (approx. 1.0 mile) and Chatsworth Road (approx. 0.2 miles), offering a wide range of street food, artisan produce and local retailers, alongside the scenic Regent's Canal (approx. 1.1 miles) nearby.

Excellent transport connections are available via Clapton Station (approx. 0.6 miles), Hackney Downs (approx. 1.2 miles), Rectory Road (approx. 1.3 miles) and Hackney Central (approx. 1.7 miles) Overground stations, providing efficient routes across London. The area is also well served by established cycle routes, offering convenient access into Central London and surrounding districts.

Combining generous green spaces, including Hackney Marshes (approx. 0.8 miles) and Victoria Park (approx. 1.4 miles), a thriving local scene and strong transport links, the Otto Building offers an exceptional setting for modern city living.

Source: Google.

Square Footage: 713 sq ft

Leasehold with approximately 990 years remaining.





Additional Info
The property has an EWS1 certificate with an A1 rating. Please note that the current certificate will expire in March 2031.

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  • Tenure

    Leasehold (990 years)

  • Service charge

    £5,543 per year

  • Council tax band

    D

  • Ground rent

    £275

  • Ground rent date of next review

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