camden town property guide

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Camden Town PropertyThe essentials about living and buying property in Camden Town,

with local Camden Town estate agents Sandfords


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Camden Town History

If you're looking for history dating back hundredsof years, Camden Town isn't the place to start. It

didn't start to flourish as a centre of excellence

until 1791, when it was laid out as a residential

district. Before then it was a collection of open

fields and meadows.

Camden Town was actually styled to replicate a

residential estate in Chislehurst, Kent. It was the

vision of Charles Pratt, the 1st Earl of Camden, and

his plan to build a residential quarter was the

catalyst for urbanisation. Progress snowballed and

in 1850 the railway opened, followed by the

Regent's Canal in 1861.The Camden Town of today is very much a recent evolution. It was an area considered unfashionable

even as late as the mid 20th. As adjacent areas in the NW postcode grew in stature and cachet, so the

'ripple' effect began. The desirability rubbed off on Camden Town and a new breed of resident moved in,

drawn by its arts scene, edgy vibe and cosmopolitan mix.

Camden Town's past and present residents are suitably well connected to the arts, with Charles

Dickens, playwright Alan Bennett, Dylan Thomas, Chris Martin of Coldplay fame and Amy Winehouse all

names on the list.


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Camden Town Life

The melting pot of cultures and nationalities is summed up

in the song 'Camden Town'by Madness lead singer Suggs.

The line 'In Camden Town you can do anything you want to'

sums up the pervasive care-free ambience, although the

area has moved distinctly upmarket since the song was

released in the mid 1990s.

The opening of Camden Town's Underground station in

1907 really brought the area in from the social wilderness.

Camden Town always had a reputation for live music, and

the two big music halls - the Bedford and the Camden

Theatre, attracted large audiences and top-name stars.

Today, the entertainment scene is lead by The Roundhouse,

where a constantly-changing programme of music, arts and

performance acts wow the crowds.

Camden's famous markets remain popular with tourists and

residents alike, while a cruise up the canal through Camden

Lock is a favourite summer activity. Look out for the famous

TV-AM eggs cups from the 1980s - the building is now used

by music channel MTV.


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Top Attractions in Camden Town

1. Shopping in the markets- Camdens theatres markets have

been attracting visitors since the 1970s. Camden Lock, Buck

Street, the Stables, Camden Lock Village and the Electric

Ballroom are the locations for the stalls selling everything from

boutique homewares to biker boots.

2. Live music and performance venues - its possible toeschew the big venues like Wembley at the O2 Arena when

you live in Camden Town. The Roundhouse, the Jazz Caf and

The Electric Ballroom are all venues that attract A-list artists.

3. Foodie heaven - an amble on market days will reveal

several stalls selling street food, as well as some tucked-

away, niche restaurants waiting to be discovered. For fine

dining head to Ian Pengelleys cavernous Gilgameshrestaurant and bar.

4. Cemented in popular culture - Charles Dickens set the

pace by placing various characters and dramas in Camden

Town. Cult film Withnail and I was set in the community, as

was most of Mike Leighs film Happy-Go-Lucky. The area

has also been immortalised in songs by Morrissey, as well

as Suggs.


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Camden Town Property Profile

Look past the colourful stalls, and equally as colourful

residents, and you will find some wonderful property for

sale in Camden Town that reflects a number of styles and

historical periods.

There are some elegant Georgian terraces, which aresnapped up by professional workers seeking a more edgy

base in the capital. Note down Albert Street and Arlington

Road if Georgian style is top of your list.

Some of the best Victorian properties are set on Camden

Road, Gloucester Crescent and Camden Square - the latter

was once home to Amy Winehouse. Keep your eyes open

for unusual loft and warehouse conversions, especiallyaround the lock. These flats for sale in Camden Town

include The Henson Building - a former warehouse used to

store Jim Henson's puppets. It's now a highly-coveted

residential scheme.


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What our Estate Agents love about Camden Town

A 24/7 lifestyle - The Evening Standard

once reported that Camden Town wasn't

for those who wanted a peaceful life. Alive

seven days a week, the area appeals to

those who work hard, play hard.

New build opportunities - not over

precious about its landscape and local

vernacular, Camden Town witnesses some

spectacular new build developments, with

architecturally-unusual flats for sale and to

rent in NW1.

Media savvy - Camden Town isn't a place for

embassies and afternoon tea. It has become a centre

for media and creative types, especially since MTV

moved into the former TV-AM studios, and Associated

Press Television News took up residency in The

Interchange - a former gin warehouse.


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Buying or Renting Property in Camden Town

Property for sale in Camden Town is rising in

value. Being so close to Primrose Hill and

Regent's Park, it was inevitable that the

house-buying overspill would find its way to

Camden. Flats for sale in Camden Town still

represent relative value-for-money but the

period houses for sale in Camden Town are

nudging and surpassing the 1 million mark.

There are a number of investment and

development opportunities in Camden Town.

Some of the larger Georgian and Edwardian

properties have as many as 14 bedrooms, so

can be turned into upmarket apartmentswith thought and conviction. There is a

strong rental market in the neighbourhood.

Flats to rent in Camden Town are often

sought by young professionals whose

lifestyle suits the buzzing community.

Our Camden Town estate agents are reporting

that the area has become more popular since the

development of the nearby King's Cross area, so

expect demand to outstrip supply as the property

market picks up pace.


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Properties for Saleandto Rent in Camden Town

Some of our top featured properties for Sale and to Rent in Camden Town:

For an updated and complete list ofproperties for saleor to rentin Camden Town, please visitwww.sandfords.com

1 bedroom flat for sale in South Villas, CamdenTown, London, NW1

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Contact Us

For more information on Camden Town and properties available for sale or to rent in the area, don

t hesitate to contact or visit our estate agents office in nearby Primrose Hill.

Sandfords Primrose Hill

107 Regents Park Road

Primrose Hill,

London NW1 8UR

T +44 (0)20 7722 7997

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