For £1.2M, Snag This Spacious London Flat Inside a Converted Victorian Schoolhouse

High ceilings, built-ins, and a multilevel living room create a balance of cozy and expansive areas.

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A bright and airy condo is now up for sale in the Bethnal Green section of East London. The three-bedroom home is located inside a former school building, boasting handmade windows and original hardwood floors, as well as a multilevel living space that sets the stage for dinner parties.

The entryway opens into a multilevel living space—complete with a sunken seating area and an elevated spot for dining in the back. A floor-to-ceiling bookcase lines one wall, flanked by full-height windows that wrap around the end of the room.

The renovated kitchen occupies a cozy alcove opposite the bookcase and opens to the rest of the room with a large peninsula. Contrasting shades of handmade cabinetry fill the space.

Offering just over 1,500 square feet of interior space, the three-bedroom and two-bathroom flat occupies two levels. A spiral staircase leads up to a private principal suite. The current owners have renovated the home with custom built-ins, an updated kitchen, and designer finishes.

Wide-plank hardwood floors run across the upper level of the living room, complemented by parquet flooring in the sunken seating area.

A series of tall windows wrap around the dining area and illuminate the entire room with natural light. The built-in sound system is ready for parties and dancing.

Windows in the dining area overlook the building's inner courtyard.

The updated kitchen comes with a pair of Gaggenau ovens and Miele appliances. — The updated kitchen comes with a pair of Gaggenau ovens and Miele appliances.

Colored lower cabinetry contrasts with custom-made open shelving and butcher block counters.

The location is also within walking distance of several green spaces, including Haggerston Park, Victoria Park, and London Fields. Other local spots include Broadway market and the world famous Columbia Road flower market, as well as walking and cycling paths that follow the edge of Regents Canal for miles in either direction. Keep scrolling to see more of the property, currently listed for £1,175,000 (approximately $1,545,000).