Mayfair, (W1K, W1J, W1S) St.James (sw1a)
buying residential property in mayfair and st. Jame's
Sitting between Oxford Street, Piccadilly, Hyde Park, Marylebone and Soho to the east; Mayfair retains the best position in London to create ideal settings and access corporate HQs, period homes, world class dining facilities and luxury boutiques. It delivers a unique city village feel, fulfilling the general preference for the area to maintain a classical essence, whilst allowing new developments to embrace modernism.
Grand mansions have long been the main influence but there are also many apartments and Georgian townhouses, attracting overseas buyers for the the wide offering of luxury property but also for it's vibe, facilities and close proximity to the city's icons. Starting budget of about £1 million for a one-bedroom apartment; see below for further examples of property prices.
St James's and Westminster is a stretch of quintessential English districts that include the most important of British icons from Buckingham Palace, The Ritz, Fortnum Mason House of Parliament, Clarence House, Spencer House, Pall Mall, St James Park as well as an array of English shops and private members clubs, demonstrating old London traditions and the area as having been established for a period time measured by the changes in ruling monarchs.
BEST STREETS:
Charles St, Hill St, Grosvenor St, Upper Grosvenor St, Chesterfield Gardens, South St, South Audley St, Park Place, St James Square, Whitehall Court, Pall Mall.
ASSET COSTS:
The average price for property in Mayfair has stood at £4,680,912 over the last year, down by 47 %, compared to 2020 and that follows a decline of 18% from 2018's peak of £5,738,217.
Asset types include apartments which currently have an average selling price of £4,497,253; townhouses currently sell at an average of £6,517,500.
APARTMENTS:
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1 bed Flat £1.350,000 / £3,607 pm; (600 sq ft; 125 years lease).
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2 bed Flat from £2,100,000 / £6000 pm; (1000sq ft, Approx 115 years lease).
HOUSES:
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3 bed House from £5,000,000 / £12,783 pm
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4 bed House from £7,925,000 /£13,600 pm
schools
There are a number of private schools in the area.
Leisure
CAFES:
BARS:
RESTAURANTS:
Saltie Girl, Socca, Bacchanalia, COYA, KOYN, Mount st, BiBi, The Colony Grill, Apricity, Sarap, Park Chinois, Kitty Fisher's, Isabelle's, Corrigan's, Tokimeite, HIDE, Ormer,
PRIVATE CLUBS:
Tramps, Annabel's, The Art Club, Dunhill
Transport
TUBE
Mayfair is served by Bond Street, Green Park, Hyde Park Corner, Oxford Circus and Piccadilly Circus Tube stations. links include Green Park tube station 0.3 miles) for the Jubilee, Victoria and Piccadilly lines. All distances are approximate. Green Park, Piccadilly Circus, St James’s Park
streets of Mayfair
Upper Grosvenor St, Mayfair, W1K
Type: Townhouse; Mayfair, W1, off Park Lane.
Configuration: 5 Beds, 4 baths, 3 receptions, Lift, Roof terrace, Terrace, Balcony, Double garage, Central heating, Double glazing, large basements. Classic design.
Estimated Price: £30m
Description: Upper Grosvenor St is defined by it's position in Mayfair, facing Park Lane and Hyde Park on it's western entrance; Upper Grosvenor St offers some of the largest townhouses in London, beautiful facades and some of the world's most famous hotels close by (The Dorchester, Hilton Park Lane and The Grosvenor).
Charles St, Mayfair, W1K
Type: Townhouse; Mayfair, W1, off Berkeley Square.
Configuration: 4 Bed, 2 baths, 1 reception,Entrance hall, Dining room, 60 Foot reception rooms, Large Kitchen, 8 Bedrooms, 8 Bathrooms, Lift, Roof terrace, Terrace, Balcony, Double garage, Central heating, Double glazing, Fireplace, Wood floors. Internal area 7,456 sq ft/ 693 sqm.
Price: £ 16.5m
Description: Charles St comes off Berkeley Square and then runs west before the road ends and drivers turn into Chesterfield St or Queen St. Charles St offers unique, individual Georgian townhouses, of various sizes, as well as a handful of bars and restaurants, giving the street a slightly more vibrant atmosphere than a pure residential st.
Park Lane, Mayfair, W1K
Location: Park Lane, Mayfair, London, W1K
No. Of Assets: 242 residential assets.
Typical Configuration:
2 beds, 2 baths, 1 reception room; 2480 Sq Ft.
Average Price: £2,500,000 (£2500 / Sq Ft).
Description:
Park Lane starts from Hyde Park Corner, running north along side Hyde Park on it’s west side and reaching Marble Arch, where Oxford St starts. Park Lane is host to the Hyatt Park Lane, The Grosvenor Hotel and The Dorchester. There are a handful of privileged townhouses and a number of smaller flats, making purchase accessible but simultaneously, there are premium apartments that will be elevated away from the road and provide views across Hyde Park. Businesses nearby include BMW, Bob Forstner, McLaren, Four Seasons, Intercontinental Hotel and The Jet Business.
Brook St, Mayfair, W1K
Location:
Brook St & Upper Brook St, Mayfair, London, W1K
No. Of Houses: 25 in Brook St; 97 in Upper Brook St.
Typical configuration; Brook St: 7 bed, 6 Baths, 2 receptions. 467 sqm. Upper Brook St: 2 bed, 2 Baths, 1 reception. 120 sqm.
Average Price:
Brook St: £17m. (£4044 / Sq Ft). Upper Brook St: £2.7m. (£2500 / Sq Ft).
Description:
Coming from Regent st, Hanover St Leeds into Hanover Square and then continues as Brook St, which itself continues west until it reaches Grosvenor Square and becomes Upper Brook St; leading to Park Lane. Brook St claims it’s right to fame from having hosted two of music’s greatest performers, writers; Handel and Hendrix. Inhabiting two houses, next door to each other. These are atmospheric streets, lively and full of Mayfair character; there are restaurants, shops, townhouses and apartments. Connecting Hanover Square and Park Lane, Brook St sets a precedence for it’s importance as a Mayfair street.
Grosvenor St, Mayfair, W1K
Location: Grosvenor St, Mayfair, W1K
Configuration: 6 Bed, 3 baths, 2 reception.
Estimated Prices: £38m Rent:
Description: £38m is reasonable expectation for a townhouse on Grosvenor St, where properties are substantial in size. Apartments are more plentiful, one at around 100sqm could be expected to cost around £3m. Despite being on the same street, property types at this level of exclusivity can be separated by their own corresponding micro economies.
Curzon St, Mayfair, W1J
Location: Curzon St, Mayfair, London, W1J
Configuration: 6 Bed, 3 baths, 2 reception, 7150 Sq Ft
Estimated Price: £16m. £2235 / Sq Ft. Rent:
Description: Curzon St runs between Park Lane and Berkeley Square, with a diverse m,ix of commercial and residential. The Saudi Arabian embassy is resident, as well as some high profile corporations. A three bedroom, three bathroom apartment, around 2185 Sq Ft is just under £5m but prices can fluctuate dramatically, based on demand. Curzon St has approximately 132 residential properties that sell at an average price close to £3m.
South St, Mayfair, W1K
Location: South St, Mayfair, London, W1K
Typical Configuration:
3 beds, 3 baths, 2 receptions; 2480 Sq Ft.
Average Price: £9,000,000 (Approx: £3832 / Sq Ft).
Description:
Starting from Park Lane at it’s easterly point and finishing on the corner where Farm St and Chesterhill start; dissected by South Audley St. There are large townhouses and apartments along the street; pushing the average price up, where townhouses reflect their own individual character and at one section, there are a mature trees offering further discretion to a set of townhouses of the same ilk and design. There are 61 residential assets on South St
South Audley St, Mayfair, W1K
Location: South Audley St, Mayfair, W1K.
Typical Configuration: 3 bed, 3 bath, 1 reception, 145 sqm
Average Price: £4.7m (£3450 / Sq Ft)
Estimated Prices: £3m. Rent: £4900 per month.
Description: South Audley Street runs from Grosvenor Square at it’s north end to Curzon St at it’s south. The street has a mix of townhouses, apartments, retail and leisure spaces. There are approximately 143 residential assets on the street.
Chesterfield Gardens, W1K
Location: Chesterfield Gardens, Mayfair, W1K. Access from Curzon St.
Common Configuration: Apartment, 2 Bed, 2 baths, 1 reception. 103 sqm.
Estimated Typical Price : £2.25m (£2425 / Sq ft).
Highest sold price: £3.583m
Estimated Common Rent: £4333 / month
Description: Chesterfield House is the main residential asset on Chesterfield Gardens, taking up much of one side of Chesterfield Gardens but it has an additional entrance on South Audley St. A townhouse on Chesterfield Gardens could be priced at £60m if they were converted back to residential use, as their proportions are magnificent, the road is discrete, the architecture, reflected by the facade, indicates an appreciation for dramatic effect and stretching back to glorious Victorian era, there will be some valuable or interesting history retained.
Grosvenor Square, Mayfair, W1K
Location: Grosvenor Square, Mayfair, W1K. Access from Brook St, Carlos Place, Davies St and South Audley St.
Common Configuration: 4 Bed, 3 baths, 2 reception
Estimated Prices: £20m (£5875 / Sq Ft)
Highest Sold Price: £140m
Rent: £21,667 / month
Description: Grosvenor Square is one of the largest squares in central London and is famed for having hosted the American Embassy for many years; that building is now the Rosewood Hotel. The Canadian Embassy use to be here too for many years but that building is now residential. Grosvenor Square has moved on from being diplomatic; the driving force, as with much of central London in recent years; is prime residential demand, mostly from foreign buyers who see the value in highly unique locations such as Grosvenor Square. Prices can vary considerably, especially depending on the view (the view of the square is most coveted) but it's clear that these are probably the highest prices in London.
Hill St, Mayfair, W1J
Location: Hill St, Mayfair, W1J. Access from Berkeley Square, South Audley St.
Configuration: Apartment:: 3 Bed, 2 baths, 1 reception, 1500 Sq Ft
Estimated Prices: £3m. £2650 / Sq Ft
Description: Hill Street starts from Berkeley Square in the East and ends at South Audley St; a particular junction in Mayfair that is somehow enclosed away from major thoroughfares and permitting Mayfair to reflect a gentle and possibly more tranquil ambience. Houses can be significant in their size and are often used as offices amongst distinguished and established businesses of the UK, but streets around the corner, including Charles St, South St and Waverton St, demonstrate townhouses used as grand residences. 38 Hill St was previously used as a private Naval Club but was in the last few years converted to a single residence, with coveted results.
Hill St is located within the Berkeley Square Estate; Berkeley Square connects with Hill St at it's east end. In the vicinity of Hill St are art galleries, 5 star hotels, restaurants, high value retailers and showrooms. Hill St is a major contributor to the character and prestige of Mayfair a desirable place form work or living.
Green St, Mayfair, W1K
Location: Green St, Mayfair, W1K. From Marble Arch, heading down Park Lane, Green St is the second road on the left and it runs east to North Audley St.
Common Configuration: Apartment: 4 Bed, 3 baths, 1 reception
Estimated Prices: £3.95m; £2165-2750 / Sq Ft
Description: 'Everything' is walking distance. Properties are townhouses, some converted to apartments, of which many are quite large, which will explain the average sale value was £4,75m. A four bed can reach over £5m. Properties were primarily built in the Victorian and Edwardian period; from 1882 to the 1920s. Notable dignitaries, artists and businessmen have lived in the street, including Ian Fleming, Alexander McQueen, The Beatles and Sir Thomas Sopwith (aircraft design and manufacture).
Davies St, Mayfair, W1K
Location: Davies St, Mayfair, W1K. Access from Berkeley Square, Oxford St.
Configuration: 3 Bed, 4 baths, 3 reception (apartment).
Estimated Prices: £7.65m (£2785 / Sq Ft). Rent: £2500/wk
Description: Two very important locations are linked by Davies St; Oxford St and Berkeley Square but despite this, it is relatively calm in terms of pedestrian and road traffic; giving it a relatively village feel and making it a great choice for living and working. The street has restaurants, a private gentleman’s club (Dunhill), offices, retail shops (Vivienne Westwood) and many apartments; built within prestigious mansion blocks. Prices can vary; reaching as high as £3285/ Sq Ft in certain blocks and minimum, a buyer could expect around £2785 / Sq ft.
Park street, Mayfair, W1K
Location: Park St, Mayfair, W1K. Park St runs from Oxford St at its north end, parallel to Park Lane and ending up at Curzon St.
Typical Configuration: Apartments: 107 sqm, 2 beds, 2 baths, 1 reception.
Estimated Price: £3.05m (£3167 / Sq Ft)
Description: Park St is one of the longest streets in Mayfair, offering approx 280 assets which include hotels, offices, residential townhouses and apartments. Despite being within the vicinity of some of the country’s most busiest streets, Park St is considerably quieter. Key buildings include 116 Park St; a futuristic office block; 47 Park St, which is the Marriott Residences. The Grosvenor Hotel Park Lane has a rear entrance on Park St. There are some townhouses on Park St; a 6 Bed, 2 baths, 1 reception would cost around £25m.
Stanhope Gate, Mayfair
Location: Stanhope Gate, Mayfair, W1K
Configuration: 2 Bed, 2 baths, 1 reception, 1 car park
Estimated Prices: £5.5m (£5075 / Sq Ft).
Description: Prices here should be of no surprise; coming off Park Lane, Hyde Park in full view and next to the world famous The Dorchester Hotel. 5-6 Stanhope Gate are private residences serviced by The Dorchester Hotel, where in 2022, an apartment was sold for £60m.
The street is very short and consists of one leisure venue, apartments, a small number of townhouses, an office block (One Stanhope Gate); the trend of recent is to convert properties into opulent residences; previously the properties were primarily prime offices, as corporate headquarters.
Mount St, Mayfair, W1K
Location: Mayfair, London, W1K; off Berkeley Square at it's easterly end and South Audley St at it's westerly point.
Configuration: 3 Bed, 2 baths, 1 reception, Central heating
Estimated Typical Values: £6m
Highest Price Paid: £7.95m (£3440 / Sq Ft)
Rent: £15,000 pcm; 3 bed, 2 baths, 2 receptions.
Description: There are approximately 90 residential properties in Mount St, where the average price is above £5m. Mount St falls under the Grosvenor estate, ensuring a management objective to instil consistency in style and quality, amongst the buildings. Despite the street being connected to highly sought after locations (Berkeley Square and South Audley St), Mount St itself holds it's own ground in terms of being a place to be; The Connaught Hotel, Mount St restaurant, amongst other bars and designer stores make Mount St one of the best places in Mayfair.
Aldford St, Mayfair, W1K
Location: Aldford St, Mayfair, W1K 2AB; coming off Park Lane and running east towards South Audley St.
Typical Configuration: 3 Bed, 2 baths, 1 reception (1695 Sq Ft)
Estimated Typical Values: £5.85m, £3450 / Sq Ft
Highest Price Paid: £28.8m
Rent:
Description: The architecture in Aldford St is distinctly different; terracotta coloured bricks with stone framework, under low rise heights, give a sense of space and prevent an overpowerment from buildings, experienced in other streets. Turning in from Park Lane, the view straight down the street is of Grosvenor Chapel; adding to the sense of individuality of Aldford St. The street is amongst some of the best streets in Mayfair, across the road from Hyde Park, close to major hotels and there are few of the best places to eat close by.
Mount Row, Mayfair, W1K
Location: Mount Row, Mayfair, W1K 3SH. Positioned between Davies St and Carlos Place.
Typical Configuration: 3 Bed, 3 baths, 2 reception. (2950 SqFt)
Estimated Values: £6.750m (£2350 - £3200 / Sq Ft)
Highest Price Paid: £14m
Description: Mount Row runs parallel to Mount St and it's appeal is being the quieter little sibling to the slightly more busier streets, such as Davies St and Mount St. Mount Row is individualised by unique architectural designs; some of which depicts the Georgian period and others depicting the Edwardian. Whichever, period the property represents, the quality will warrant the premium price tag reflected above.
Location: Carlos Place, Mayfair, W1K 3AT; off Mount St.
Typical Configuration: 3 Bed, 3 baths, 2 reception (1565 Sq Ft)
Estimated Values: £ £5.6m (£3575 / Sq Ft).
Highest Price Paid: £7.25m
Description: Carlos Place is a charming and enchanting location in Mayfair; very central and a crossroad for some of the best characterisations of Mayfair. Particular highlights include The Connaught Hotel, 5 Carlos Place; amongst other English brick and portland stone architectural dressing. The street has some great options for residences; accomp[anied by all that's available in terms of shopping and restaurants in the vicinity.
Carlos Place, W1K
Other key streets of Mayfair
Dover St, Mayfair, W1, off Piccadilly.
Configuration: 6 Bed, 4 baths, 2 reception,
Estimated Prices: Est £15m - 25m
Location: Farm St, Mayfair, W1J 5RJ
Type: Townhouse
Configuration: 4 Bed, 2 baths, 1 reception,
Estimated Prices: £
key apartment blocks of Mayfair
Clarges
Location: Clarges St, Mayfair.
Configuration: 1-4 bed apartments.
Developer / Designer: British Land
Description:
Price Guide : 2 bed, 2 bath, 1 reception, 11.95m.
Clarges
Location: Clarges St, Mayfair.
Configuration: 1-4 bed apartments.
Developer / Designer: British Land
Description:
Price Guide : £11.95m. (2 bed, 2 bath, 1 reception)
20 grosvenor square
Type: 37 apartments and penthouses.
Configuration: Four seasons concierge and service, communal pool, gym, cinema, creche, parking and library.
Location: 20 Grosvenor Square, Mayfair.
Developer / Designer: Finchatton
Price: On application.
streets of St. James, SW1A
Queen Anne's Gate, £20 - 50m.
Location:
Typical Configuration:
5-6 bedrooms, 3-6 reception rooms, 4-6 bathrooms, Gardens with Patio/Terrace, Tenure: Freehold, Sizes: Approximately 5000 - 7,250 sq ft.
Typical Values: £12m - £20m
Description:
Properties on Queen Anne's Gate are Grade I listed, terraced houses, between 12m - 20m British pounds with around 5-6 bedrooms, often immaculately refurbished, capturing the essence of the historic building's architecture whilst combining the latest in contemporary luxury and modern technology. Properties are arranged over the ground floor, garden floor and four upper floors.
Entrance halls are generally double height, elevating to the garden floor there is a contemporary kitchen / breakfast room and huge open plan family dining and living areas with doors leading to the landscaped garden. 1st floor drawing rooms are grand and elegant, with a striking presence and magnificent views over the principal terrace and St James's Park. Second floors and up would be dedicated to bedrooms, dressing rooms and possibly with his and her en-suites.
Queen Anne's Gate is a prime position within central London, running parallel to St James's Park and forms part of the Birdcage Walk Conservation Area. The central location is ideally situated for access to the West End and the City, as well as international airports and national railway stations within London.
Mayfair, St.James
corinthia residences
Location: 10 Whitehall Place, St.James.
Configuration: Multiple residences over four floors.
Developer/Designer: Corinthia Group
Description:
Price Guide: £11.25m (4 bed, 4 bath, 3 reception.)
35 Old queen St
Location: 35 Old Queen St, St. James Park.
Configuration: 16 x 2-3 bedrooms, individually designed apts,
Developer/Designer: Fenton Whelan.
Description: Queen Anne,19th century building, over 8 floors with communal fully equipped gym, yoga and meeting rooms.
Price: POA
No.1 palace St
Type: 72 Private residences,
Configuration: Seventy two,1-5 Bed private residences.
Location: Palace St, St.James.
Developer / Designer: Northacre.
Description:
Price: On Application.
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