A guide to living in Walthamstow

Dubbed ‘Awesomestow’ by locals and ‘the Eden of the East’ by marketers, Walthamstow is a firm East London favourite. Creatives have been moving here ever since prices in the likes of Hoxton and Hackney began to rise. Now there are more warehouse studios and pop-up exhibitions than ever before, injecting a new cutting-edge feel into what was once prime family territory. Read on to see reviews from residents living in some of the best places to buy and rent in Walthamstow.

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Best places to live in Walthamstow

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Blackhorse Mills, E17

By Legal & General, urbanbubble

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4.56

(289 reviews)

Blackhorse Mills is more than just a home; it’s a way of life. Somewhere you can feel totally free. To paint the walls, bring your pets, swim in the lido, chill on the roof terrace, work out in the gym, host friends in the dining rooms, stretch in the yoga studio... And a whole lot more besides. Overlooking the wilds of Walthamstow Wetlands, yet just 20 minutes to Central London on the Victoria Line from Blackhorse Road station, Blackhorse Mills has nature and city life down. Whether you’re after seclusion or connection, wildlife or a wild night, E17 is about balance and choice.

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The Eades, E17

By Way of Life

5.00

(13 reviews)

The Eades is a new development in Walthamstow managed by Way of Life, offering a mix of studios, 1 bed and 2 bed apartments. Residents have access to range of facilities including a 24-hour gym, yoga studio, co-working spaces, roof terraces, and more

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Ranked 2nd out of 12 in Walthamstow

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The Quant Building, E17

By Hiltongrove

4.5

4.50

(10 reviews)

The Quant Building is a development by Hiltongrove, located in the heart of Walthamstow in East London and comprises 60 apartments. The development has a range of facilities onsite including a concierge, gym and sauna. Walthamstow Central station is only a 4-minute walk away with connections to services via the Overground and the Victoria line.

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Ranked 3rd out of 12 in Walthamstow

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Equipment Works, E17

By ila

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4.46

(50 reviews)

£1,685-£2,945 pcm

Studios, 1, 2, 3 beds

Equipment Works, newly managed by ila as of 23rd December 2024, offers premium studio, one, two and three bedroom apartments to rent in Walthamstow. Just moments from Blackhorse Lane tube, you can enjoy the tranquillity all while staying connected to the city. Additionally, residents at Equipment Works benefit from a 24/7 onsite team and a number of amenities. Residents have access to a communal lounge, screening room, games room, co-working spaces and private gym. You can be strolling South Bank in 25 minutes, and the King's Cross St Pancras Eurostar terminal is only 15 minutes away when you need a break from London living. Equipment Works was previously managed by Greystar.

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Fizzy Walthamstow, E17

By Greystar, Fizzy Living

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4.38

(258 reviews)

£1,775-£1,980 pcm

1, 2 beds

Fizzy Walthamstow E17 is a collection of one, two and three-bedroom apartments, managed by Greystar. Located in East London's E17, it's close to Blackhorse Road Overground and Underground station. Additionally, it is an easy walk from the Walthamstow Reservoirs, which lies just to the west of the development.

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Kulraj (Tenant)

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Blackhorse Mills, E17

Dec 2025

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This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.

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Kulraj (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Blackhorse Mills, E17

Dec 2025

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

The facilities here are fantastic the staff are so friendly. We know the area well love the brewery and the cafe and the proximity to the Victoria line

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

Building management have been friendly and responded in a timely manner.

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We knew people that lived in the building so knew it already.

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Sophie (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Equipment Works, E17

Dec 2025

This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.

Great place to live

Sophie (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Equipment Works, E17

Dec 2025

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

It’s great to be so near the high street, lots of shops nearby. Parking is limited and being in a 2 car household incurs extra parking charges locally

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

With incredible speed. Resolved one issue and pending parts being received for another one. Stuart was really helpful

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N/A, we’re happy with the tenancy and location. Parking could be improved in the local area though

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EL (Tenant)

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Equipment Works, E17

Nov 2025

This is rated 4.00 out of 5.00.

The Well House good maintenance service

EL (Tenant)

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Equipment Works, E17

Nov 2025

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Close proximity to nearby pubs & restaurants. Super convenient hub which enable travel around the city.

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

Great team especially Stuart who fixed the heater at my apartment which saved a lot problem in cold winter.

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Good maintenance service saved me a lot of headaches.

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Nimfa E (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Blackhorse Mills, E17

Nov 2025

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This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.

Strategic location , SAFE and EFFICIENT Management TEAM

Nimfa E (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Blackhorse Mills, E17

Nov 2025

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The location is great, shops and public transport (buses&train ) is 1 min away, great strategic!. my kids are safe , amenities are well provided, admin staffs and receptions are approachable, friendly, kind , respond quickly when we have concerns in the building.

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Quick respond of your concerns, they dealt it immediately.

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This building have it ALL. Friendly staff and tenants you’ve encountered, you feel SAFE always. Clean environment. GREEN SPACE everywhere you enjoyed.

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Rosalyn (Tenant)

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Blackhorse Mills, E17

Nov 2025

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This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.

Blackhorse Rocks

Rosalyn (Tenant)

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Blackhorse Mills, E17

Nov 2025

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

This development is a great place to live. The location is convenient to EVERYWHERE! Staff are friendly and efficient and I have always felt well looked after.

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Very well - always helpful and sorted in time !!!!

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I knew everything that I needed to know before I moved in!

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