Flat 13, 21, New North Road, Islington, N1 6JB

Short let Set on the third floor of smart modern development, this immaculate two-bedroom, two-bathroom home in the heart of N1 is the perfect blend of style, comfort and location, with a south-west facing balcony, a large open plan living area and beautiful communal spaces.

The setting is exceptional; despite the peaceful, community-led setting, Old Street is just a short walk away, Angel is a quick hop across the peaceful Regent’s Canal, Shoreditch is strolling distance, as is the Barbican.

You’re also surrounded by fantastic pubs, independent stores, galleries, cultural institutions and green spaces, making it an ideal spot for anyone who loves the energy of London’s zone 1.

If you lived here... You’ll be keen to explore your fantastic new neighbourhood, but first, let’s take a look around this beautifully arranged home...

Set on the third floor, you’ve got nearly 800 square feet of thoughtfully designed space to enjoy.

Your open plan kitchen/living room is bursting with natural light, with teal decor providing warmth, and smart engineered flooring sweeping the length.

The kitchen area has glossy units and contemporary appliances, so hosting will be top of the list when you settle in. The bedrooms are just as smart, with more spotless decor.

One has a contemporary ensuite, while there’s another sleek bathroom off the spacious hallway.

The south-west facing balcony will be your favourite spot for relaxing on warm days with its striking skyline views - and the lofty height provides a touch of energy efficiency too.

As for beyond, you can wander in any direction and find world class entertainment...

The striking brutalist architecture of the Barbican, the world renowned Columbia Road and the historic Spitalfields Market are all short stroll, as is the City's Square Mile, making it a fantastic base for anyone wanting to replace a long commute with a breezy walk.

Public transport is predictably excellent, with Old Street station (Northern line and National Rail) a short distance away. There are some great bus routes, too, including the 55 into the West-End.

Kitchen / Dining / Reception Rooms (3.66 x 7.36 (12'0" x 24'1")) Bedroom 1 (3.25 x 3.33 (10'7" x 10'11")) Bedroom 2 (2.75 x 4.68 (9'0" x 15'4")) En-Suite (1.67 x 2.57 (5'5" x 8'5")) Bathroom (2.36 x 2.80 (7'8" x 9'2")) Balcony (3.25 x 3.33 (10'7" x 10'11")) What else?

- Catch a gig without the slog home at the recently refurbished Hoxton Square Bar & Kitchen. Look out for low key sets from big names, but it’s always fun watching an upcoming act.

You can be home within minutes of the encore, too. - New local?

You’ve got so many to choose from but the Red Lion and Macbeth are both legendary art pubs, with an eclectic crowd and charming surroundings.

Unlike the after-work commuters, you get to enjoy the more chilled vibe at the weekend.

- If keeping fit is on the agenda, you’ve got some great jogging and cycling routes nearby, as well as studios such as CrossFit and Hitio Gym.