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For saleReduced 19 Aug 2026
£165,000Guide price

The Queens Building, Queen Street, Leicester, LE1 1RG

2bedrooms
1bathroom
Apartmenttype
702sq ft
Leaseholdtenure

Listed 17 Jul 2026 · price reduced 19 Aug 2026 · Leicester

How the price compares

This home£165,000£235 per sq ft
Median 2 bed in LE1£110k3 homes listed · £235 per sq ft
Difference+50%above the area median

Key features

  • exceptional two-bedroom apartment
  • open plan living/dining area & kitchen
  • one allocated parking space (included within the lease)
  • two bedrooms & Jack & Jill bathroom
  • Within one of Leicester's most iconic Victorian buildings
  • in the heart of the Cultural Quarter
  • EPC - C

About this home

Set within one of Leicester's most iconic Victorian buildings in the heart of the Cultural Quarter, this exceptional two-bedroom apartment effortlessly combines period character with contemporary living.

With an allocated parking space, superb city centre amenities on the doorstep and Leicester Railway Station just a short walk away, it offers an enviable lifestyle for professionals, first-time buyers and investors alike.

Location - The Queens Building occupies a prime position within Leicester's vibrant St. George's Cultural Quarter, placing an excellent selection of restaurants, bars, cafés, shops and cultural attractions, including The Phoenix Cinema & Arts Centre and Curve Theatre right on the doorstep. The professional quarters and railway station being so close make this an outstanding location for both work and leisure.

Accommodation - The apartment is entered via a spacious communal entrance hall with striking wall art, polished floor tiles, contemporary designed post boxes and the intercom system. Located on the first floor, this beautifully presented apartment is accessed via a welcoming entrance hallway finished with attractive engineered wood flooring and benefiting from a useful fitted storage cupboard.

The spacious and bright open plan living/dining area and kitchen is impressive, with three large windows flooding the space with natural light, while exposed brickwork and steel beams create a striking industrial-inspired aesthetic full of character. The kitchen itself has been finished to a high standard, featuring a stylish range of contemporary grey eye and base level units and drawers complemented by white stone preparation surfaces and a stainless steel sink with drainer unit. Integrated appliances include a Neff oven, Neff microwave, Neff induction hob with extractor unit above, CDA fridge, a freezer, washer/dryer and dishwasher.

The principal bedroom is a generous double, enjoying views towards St George’s church and benefiting from exposed brickwork, a fitted double wardrobe and direct access to the Jack and Jill bathroom. Bedroom two is another well-proportioned double, featuring large windows, exposed brickwork and a fitted double wardrobe, making it an ideal guest room, home office or second bedroom. The Jack & Jill bathroom is fitted with a modern white three-piece suite comprising a panelled bath with shower over, a WC and a wash hand basin, an Illuminated de-mister mirror and a heated towel rail, all complemented by neutral tiled surrounds.

Outside - The property also benefits from an allocated parking space, conveniently located just a minute’s walk from the property, entered under a large canvas sign for 'Makers Yard'.

Lease Information: - Whilst we make every effort to ensure these details are correct, they are subject to change, are not to be relied upon & MUST be verified by your Solicitor.

Tenure: Leasehold. Lease Term: 200 years from 2017. Ground Rent: £200 per annum. Service charge: £2,031 per annum. Service charge review period & review increase: Reviewed annually, based on actual expenditure & budgeted maintenance costs. Buildings Insurance: £981 per annum. Management: Butlin Property Services Ltd.

Other Information - Listed Status: Grade II. Conservation Area: St George's. Local Authority: Leicester City Council, Tax Band: B Services: Offered to the market with all mains services and gas-fired central heating. Broadband delivered to the property: ADSL, Mobile 4G & 5G, speed unknown. Construction: Believed to be standard. The property enjoys the remainder of an AEDIS Group 10 year new build warranty, valid until December 2027. Wayleaves, Rights of Way & Covenants: Subletting of the whole is permitted; the lease restricts subletting of part only. Flooding issues in the last 5 years: None our Clients are aware of. Planning issues: None our Clients are aware of. Accessibility: No specific accessibility modifications made however there are ramps to both entrance doors and a lift to all floors.

Note To Prospective Purchasers - As a regulated profession, and in accordance with the Anti-Money Laundering Regulations, we are legally required to carry out due diligence checks on all purchasers to verify their identity. A non-refundable administration fee of £60 plus VAT per purchaser is payable upon an offer being accepted. This fee covers the cost of compliance procedures, including Anti-Money Laundering and identity verification checks. These checks are completed to meet our obligations under Anti Money Laundering Regulations (AML) and are a legal requirement.

Property details

Property type
Apartment
Size
702 sq ft / 65 sq m
Council tax band
B
Tenure
Leasehold
Lease remaining
191 years left
Ground rent
£200 per year (Ask agent about the review period)
Service charge
£2,031 per year
Parking
Communal
Garden
Yes
Heating
Gas central
Broadband
ADSL copper wire
Electricity
Mains supply
Water
Mains supply

Floorplan

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Location

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  • Leicester Station0.2 mi
  • South Wigston Station3.7 mi
  • Syston Station4.5 mi

What nearby homes sold for

Median sold prices in LE1 over the last 12 months: flat £115k · semi-detached £645k · detached £524k.

AddressTypeSoldPrice
Flat 5, Queens Building, 3, Queen Street
Leicester LE1 1RG
Flat
Leasehold
22 Nov 2024£165,000

Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2026. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. All sales in LE1

Buying costs

Monthly repayment£825£16,500 deposit · £148,500 loan
Stamp Duty£800England rates

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 James Sellicks Estate Agents, Leicester on Rightmove (original listing). First listed 17 Jul 2026; details checked 7 Nov 2026. Latest change: reduced on 19/08/2026.

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