Principal Tower, Principal Place, EC2A 2FB
Listed 30 Jan 2026 · price reduced 20 Jul 2026 · Hackney
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Key features
- One bedroom apartment
- Open-plan living and kitchen space
- Private balcony
- 24-hour concierge
- Residents fully equipped gym
- Transport connections are excellent
About this home
Circa London is pleased to present this well-considered, dual-aspect one bedroom apartment set within Principal Tower, a landmark residential building designed by Foster + Partners.
Positioned between the City of London and Shoreditch, the apartment is arranged to maximise light and outlook. The accommodation comprises an open-plan living and kitchen space with fully integrated appliances and a breakfast bar, opening directly onto a private balcony via full-height glazing. The double bedroom includes built-in wardrobes and is served by a high-quality ensuite bathroom. Wooden flooring runs throughout the living spaces, while floor-to-ceiling windows and the balcony provide far-reaching views across the London skyline.
Principal Tower offers comprehensive residents’ amenities, centred around an over-height entrance lobby with a 24-hour concierge. Facilities include a lap pool, spa and sauna, fully equipped gym, residents’ cinema, private lounge and secure bicycle storage. The building was designed with sustainability in mind, incorporating a combined heat and power system, photovoltaic panels and greywater harvesting.
The location places Shoreditch, Spitalfields and the Square Mile within easy walking distance. Local destinations include Boxpark Shoreditch, Spitalfields Market and Brick Lane, with a broad mix of independent restaurants, cafes and bars. Notable nearby dining options include Lyle’s, The Clove Club, Duck & Waffle and Hawksmoor Spitalfields, alongside more casual spots around Redchurch Street and Shoreditch High Street.
Green space is close at hand, with Bunhill Fields, Shoreditch Churchyard and Spa Fields all within walking distance, and Regent’s Canal easily accessible for longer routes.
The area is also well placed for higher education, with City, University of London, London Metropolitan University, Queen Mary University of London and UCL all within a short commute.
Transport connections are excellent. Liverpool Street, Old Street and Shoreditch High Street stations are all nearby, providing Underground, Overground, National Rail and Elizabeth line services. From Liverpool Street, Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted and London City airports are all accessible in under an hour.
Property details
- Property type
- Apartment
- Tenure
- Leasehold
- Lease remaining
- 0 years left
- Ground rent
- £550 per year (Ask agent about the review period)
- Service charge
- £6,547 per year
Floorplan
Location
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- Shoreditch High Street Station0.2 mi
- Liverpool Street Station0.3 mi
- Old Street Station0.5 mi
What nearby homes sold for
Median sold prices in EC2A over the last 12 months: flat £620k.
| Address | Type | Sold | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 601, 2, Principal Place London EC2A 2FB | Flat Leasehold | 28 Nov 2025 | £990,000 |
| Flat 906, 2, Principal Place London EC2A 2FB | Flat Leasehold | 16 Oct 2024 | £725,000 |
| Flat 302, 2, Principal Place London EC2A 2FB | Flat Leasehold | 2 Apr 2024 | £640,000 |
| Flat 605, 2 Principal Place, Worship Street London EC2A 2FB | Flat Leasehold | 19 Mar 2024 | £1,250,000 |
| Flat 205, 2, Principal Place London EC2A 2FB | Flat Leasehold | 26 Feb 2024 | £1,151,920 |
Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2026. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. All sales in EC2A
Buying costs
Estimates only, using rates in force from April 2025. Check GOV.UK, Revenue Scotland or the Welsh Revenue Authority and speak to a mortgage adviser before you offer.
Listed by Circa London, Shoreditch on Rightmove (original listing). First listed 30 Jan 2026; details checked 7 Nov 2026. Latest change: reduced on 20/07/2026.
Agent disclaimer
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