Princess Road East, Leicester, LE1 7DQ
Listed 31 Jul 2026 · price reduced 22 Sept 2026 · Leicester
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Key features
- JG0769
- Two spacious double bedrooms
- Generous open-plan living, dining and kitchen area
- Modern fitted family bathroom
- Secure gated undercover allocated parking
- Ground floor apartment with secure entry system
- Excellent city centre location close to Leicester Railway Station and New Walk
- Ideal first-time purchase or buy-to-let investment
- Council Tax Band C
- EPC D
About this home
JG0769 - Situated within the highly sought-after New Walk district, this spacious and well-presented two-bedroom apartment offers generous open-plan living, secure gated parking and an enviable city centre location. Ideal for first-time buyers, professionals or investors alike, the property combines modern convenience with excellent proportions throughout, all within easy walking distance of Leicester Railway Station, the city centre, universities and an extensive range of local amenities. Accessed via a secure communal entrance, the apartment welcomes you into a spacious entrance hallway with useful built-in storage. The heart of the home is the impressive open-plan living, dining and kitchen area, offering an abundance of space for both relaxing and entertaining. Large windows flood the room with natural light, creating a bright and airy atmosphere, while the well-appointed fitted kitchen provides an excellent range of wall and base units, generous worktop space and integrated cooking facilities with room for additional appliances, making it a practical and sociable space for everyday living. The apartment boasts two well-proportioned double bedrooms, both offering ample space for furnishings and enjoying plenty of natural light. The principal bedroom is particularly generous in size, while the second bedroom provides a versatile space ideal as a guest room, home office or additional bedroom. Completing the accommodation is a modern family bathroom fitted with a panelled bath with shower over, wash hand basin and WC, finished in neutral tones. Further benefits include double glazing, electric heating, secure entry system and the highly desirable addition of secure gated undercroft allocated parking, providing both convenience and peace of mind in this central location. The property enjoys an outstanding position within Leicester's popular New Walk conservation area, placing a wealth of amenities within comfortable walking distance. Leicester Railway Station is just a short stroll away, offering direct services to London St Pancras, Birmingham and Nottingham, making the apartment particularly attractive for commuters. Leicester city centre provides an extensive selection of shopping, restaurants, cafés, bars and leisure facilities, including Highcross Shopping Centre, Curve Theatre, the Cultural Quarter and the historic city centre. Victoria Park and the picturesque New Walk offer attractive green spaces for walking, exercise and relaxation, while both the University of Leicester and De Montfort University are easily accessible, making the property equally appealing to owner-occupiers and investors. Leicester Royal Infirmary, Leicester General Hospital, supermarkets, gyms and a wide variety of everyday conveniences are all close by. Families also benefit from access to well-regarded local schools, including Sparkenhoe Community Primary School, Medway Community Primary School, Hazel Community Primary School, Moat Community College, Brook Mead Academy and Castle Mead Academy
Property details
- Property type
- Apartment
- Council tax band
- C
- Tenure
- Leasehold
- Lease remaining
- 100 years left
- Ground rent
- £0 per year
- Service charge
- £2,100 per year
- Parking
- Off street
Floorplan
Location
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- Leicester Station0.3 mi
- South Wigston Station3.2 mi
- Syston Station4.9 mi
What nearby homes sold for
Median sold prices in LE1 over the last 12 months: flat £115k · semi-detached £645k · detached £524k.
| Address | Type | Sold | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 89 Princess Road East Leicester LE1 7DQ | Flat Leasehold | 30 Apr 2026 | £185,000 |
| 97 Princess Road East Leicester LE1 7DW | Terraced Freehold | 2 Feb 2026 | £445,000 |
| Apartment 26, 79, Princess Road East Leicester LE1 7DQ | Flat Leasehold | 2 Jul 2025 | £110,000 |
| 107 - 109, Princess Road East Leicester LE1 7LA | Terraced Freehold | 20 Jun 2025 | £850,000 |
| Flat 6, New Walk Central Apartments, 77 - 89, Princess Road East Leicester LE1 7DQ | Flat Leasehold | 20 Jun 2025 | £244,845 |
| Apartment 3, 79, Princess Road East Leicester LE1 7DQ | Flat Leasehold | 10 Feb 2025 | £140,000 |
| 111a, Princess Road East Leicester LE1 7LA | Terraced Freehold | 20 Dec 2024 | £440,000 |
| Apartment 23, 79, Princess Road East Leicester LE1 7DQ | Flat Leasehold | 8 Oct 2024 | £112,000 |
| 91b, Princess Road East Leicester LE1 7DW | Flat Leasehold | 6 Sept 2024 | £322,000 |
| 93 Princess Road East Leicester LE1 7DW | Flat Leasehold | 24 Mar 2024 | £311,500 |
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Buying costs
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Listed by eXp UK, East Midlands on Rightmove (original listing). First listed 31 Jul 2026; details checked 7 Nov 2026. Latest change: reduced on 22/09/2026.
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