The Cottonworks

The Cottonworks, developed by St William, a part of the esteemed Berkeley Group, is a completed, boutique new build development located in the highly connected Zone 2 area of Finsbury Park, London N7 7QG. This exclusive development is composed of just 22 private, high-specification apartments, predominantly configured as one and two-bedroom units, providing a focused residential community. While the development is now complete and all new build properties have been sold by the developer, the current market features select opportunities for resale apartments. Historically, new flats in the development were launched with prices starting from £595,000. Recent resale data from similar units within the broader "Cottonworks House" building indicates sale prices ranging from approximately £471,364 for two-bedroom leasehold flats to £851,326 for three-bedroom leasehold flats, offering a tangible pricing context for current purchasers.

Property Details

The apartments at The Cottonworks feature a design that draws inspiration from the area’s Victorian architecture, with a mellow brick façade, while the interiors offer a contemporary specification. Homes include bespoke handleless kitchen units, equipped with integrated BOSCH appliances, stone worktops, and a full-height Silestone splashback. The living areas feature timber-effect plank flooring, while bedrooms are carpeted, with the master bedrooms benefiting from fitted wardrobes. For comfort, properties include underfloor heating in the fully tiled bathrooms and a mechanical ventilation heat recovery system. Select two-bedroom apartments have been noted to span approximately 815 sq ft, offering spacious layouts, and many units provide private winter gardens or balconies for dedicated outdoor space.

Location Benefits

The development’s prime selling point is its connectivity. The Cottonworks is situated approximately 0.5 miles, or a seven-minute walk, from the major interchange at Finsbury Park Station. This station provides access to the Victoria and Piccadilly London Underground lines, as well as National Rail services. Specific, rapid journey times include King's Cross St Pancras in only 6 minutes and an approximate journey time of one hour to Heathrow Terminals via the Piccadilly Line. The National Rail services offer direct trains to regional destinations such as Cambridge and Brighton. The area is also served by the 24-hour weekend tube service.

Local amenities are extensive, catering to lifestyle, leisure, and practical needs. Within a short walk, residents can access Finsbury Park, which provides 110 acres of public open space, including an athletics track and courts for basketball and tennis. The Parkland Walk and Woodberry Wetlands offer further green space and scenic routes. Local social amenities include the Sobell Leisure Centre (a six-minute walk), The Faltering Fullback pub, and the independent Park Theatre. The development is also within walking distance of Islington’s Upper Street, known for its extensive selection of restaurants and bars. Excellent and Good-rated local schools are a short walk away, and London Metropolitan University is easily accessible.

Practical Information

The developer, St William, is a member of the Berkeley Group, which has been consistently ranked highly for build quality, including being named the UK's number one homebuilder for build quality by HomeViews, achieving a score of 4.15 out of 5. This track record indicates a commitment to delivering high-quality new build homes. As this is a completed development, interested buyers must source properties through the resale market. Current viewing arrangements and the availability of specific one, two, or three-bedroom apartments are subject to individual resale listings. Potential buyers should also confirm service charge costs and current lease information with the selling agent.