What are the best new developments in North London? We asked the residents. HomeViews reviewers come from verified owners and tenants so you can trust what they say. We take a look at the ten highest-rated new developments in North London, including apartments to rent and for sale.
Living in North London
The impressive residents’ dining room at Vantage Point in North London
North London is home to some of the capital’s most sought-after neighbourhoods. Angel, Hampstead, Camden, Kentish Town, Hackney, Highbury all have their own very unique charms but they also all have that same stylish, bohemian North London feel to them…well-heeled, but with an edge; refined and suave but still characterful and colourful.
Some of London’s finest new build homes can be found in North London. These include two award-winning developments from Way of Life in The Sessile and The Gessner, as well as hugely popular rental development Vantage Point from Essential Living.
Highest-rated new homes developments in North London
Why not take a look at what North London has to offer when it comes to new builds? Our list below should provide the ideal place to start your search for that ideal new home. Remember that as well as outstanding new build properties, North London also offers outstanding historic homes in the form of Georgian, Victorian and Edwardian terraces and townhouses to equal the finest examples in West and South West London.
*PLEASE NOTE these rankings take into account how recently reviews have been submitted, so may not match the overall star ratings shown. More recent reviews are given a greater weighting to reflect current building performance.
Taking top spot in Nort London Way of Life’s The Sessile is a collection of studio, one, two and three bed apartments located in the heart of Tottenham Hale. Amenities include a sizeable gym, yoga studio and spaces to work throughout The Sessile to support your working week, evenings and weekends alike. Furthermore, a private dining room and a 24/7 concierge are also available.
Another Tottenham Hale Way of Life development, the Gessner, take second place. The scheme offers 164 apartments to rent, including a mix of studio, one, two and three-bedroom apartments. In addition, the development offers a range of amenities, including a gym, smart parcel lockers, free super-fast Wi-Fi and a 24-hour on-site team. Furthermore, residents can enjoy rooftop garden views, cosy lounges and an on-site café.
Vantage Point is a Build to Rent development by Essential Living, offering 118 apartments – studios, one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments. All Vantage Point residents get access to a range of features and amenities. These include a 24-hour on-site team, a roof terrace, games room and exercise room.
In addition, the development is above Archway London Underground station in the North London Borough of Islington. Residents are also close to Upper Street, Emirates Stadium and Highgate Village.
Fourth in our North London list is Windlass Apartments, with its selection of 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments available to rent. Windlass Apartments offer great onsite amenities including super fast Wifi, resident’s lounge, spaces to work and 24/7 gym are all included in the rent. It’s also situated just 5 minutes walk from Tottenham Hale’s stations.
Author King’s Cross is a brand new, Build-To-Rent development in King’s Cross, one of London’s most connected locations. It offers a collection of 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments, furnished and unfurnished, with flexible tenancies to suit your lifestyle. In addition, there are a range of lifestyle amenities including a resident’s lounge, fitness centre, co-working […] Read reviews and details of Author, N1C
In sixth, Anthology Hoxton Press is a selection of studio, one, two, and three-bedroom homes. It comprises two landmark buildings, Mono and Duo, as well as a community café and landscaped gardens. Nestled between Shoreditch Park and the Regents Canal, Hoxton Press celebrates the heritage left by the sites former occupiers, The Mullord Brothers Printing Press.
Taking seventh place in the North London list is Arundel Square, a United House Development located in Islington. It offers 147 apartments and residents have access to a range of amenities, for example: a concierge, bike storage, parking and gardens. The development is conveniently situated just a few minutes walk from both Highbury and Islington station and Caledonian Road & Barnsbury station.
Sliding into ninth place is a new development that has already found a lot of love from reviewers. New River View is located in Winchmore Hill and offers 2 bedroom apartments. Winchmore Hill has a village-like ambience with all the benefits of city living. The development is within walking distance of Winchmore Station and residential cycle storage is also available.
Next up in 10th, The Tapestry Building offers one, two- and three-bedroom apartments, townhouses and penthouses. Residents can make use of an on-site gym, a concierge and parking. Also, it’s just a 10-minute walk from London King’s Cross station. Similarly, St Pancras is also only a 10-minute walk.
In 11th, The Makers is a Londonewcastle and London Borough of Hackney development located in Hoxton. It offers 175 apartments over 28 floors and these range from studio and one-bedroom apartments to three-bedroom apartments. The development is conveniently situated a 7-minute walk to Old Street station, which is served by the Northern line and national rail services.
In 12th, and situated in King’s Cross, the Plimsoll Building offers a collection of two- and three-bedroom apartments. It has views over Gasholder Park, Regent’s Canal and the city beyond. The interiors are a combination of the finest materials and sleek contemporary appliances.
Ashburton Gate is a residential development with a unique location next to Arsenal’s Emirates Stadium, and a short walk from Islington’s popular Upper Street. Residents benefit from excellent transport links via Arsenal Road tube and the Drayton Park Overground, both close to the complex. The development was built by Galliard Homes. Read reviews and details of Ashburton Gate, N5
Located next to Seven Sisters tube station, and a stroll away from bustling shops and cafés in the vibrant borough of Haringey. Apex Gardens offers light and spacious well-designed apartments with stunning views across the city, which can be seen from any one of four roof terraces, ideal for families, friends or if you just […] Read reviews and details of Apex Gardens, N15
Queensland Terrace is situated in North London, just seconds from the front door of the Emirates stadium, home of Arsenal football team. It is well placed for commuters, with excellent transport links via Holloway Road’s Piccadilly line and Drayton Park’s National Rail services. Read reviews and details of Queensland Terrace, N7
Fenman House is a collection of 51 one, two and three-bedroom apartments. These homes feature floor-to-ceiling windows, which offer views over the green spaces and the London skyline. Residents can enjoy the sanctuary of a roof garden and a dedicated concierge service. Likewise, there are a range of bars, restaurants and the cultural scene of […] Read reviews and details of Fenman House, N1C
Anthology Hale Works is an exclusive development in the heart of one of North London’s most diverse communities. It includes selection of Studios, 1, 2 and 3-bedroom homes as well as commercial spaces on the ground floor. Hale Village already has a range of local amenities on site, including a café, gym, supermarket, and GP surgery. […] Read reviews and details of Hale Works, N17
ArtHouse was the first collection of private homes built at King’s Cross. The collection features 114 apartments in total, ranging from one to three-bedrooms. As well as landscape gardens and views of regents canal, residents can make the most of a 24hour concierge. Moreover, the collection is pet friendly and has retail onsite. Read reviews and details of ArtHouse, N1C
Highbury Square, N5 is a unique development built from the historic Highbury Stadium, home to Arsenal Football Club from 1913-2006. Although officially referred to as Arsenal Stadium, the ground was more commonly known to fans as Highbury. Developed by Frasers Property, the scheme now comprises 711 studio, one, two and three-bedroom apartments. These were built […] Read reviews and details of Highbury Square, N5
Hampstead Manor is in a prime setting, just minutes from the centre of Hampstead Village. Additionally, it offers a selection of 156 homes set over 13 buildings. The units range from contemporary apartments to expertly converted Grade II listed heritage properties. Read reviews and details of Hampstead Manor, NW3
What is North London famous for?
Historic houses alongside Primrose Hill park in North London
London Zoo can be found to the north of Regent’s Park, and is the world’s oldest scientific zoo. Alongside Regent’s Park, other notable green spaces in the area include Primrose Hill park and Hampstead Heath. Madame Tussauds, the British Library, The Emirates Stadium and many other significant visitor attractions can also be found in North London.
House prices in North London
The average price of a property in North London is currently around £797,000 according to current figures from Rightmove (July 2024). The average price for a North London flat is £599,000 and for terraced houses £974,000.
Discover more about the area in our North London Area Guide, or focus on popular North London areas like Colindale.
Welcome to North London, home to some of the most popular postcodes in the capital. This place fuses charming village centres with architectural gems and fashionable high streets, so it’s easy to see why half of London’s eight million-strong population have laid down roots Read more about North London
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