Brick Lane is just around the corner from this surprisingly serene East London flat, on the market for £895,000.

The one-bedroom duplex is a mix of old world and new, befitting its location on Cheshire Street linking Whitechapel and Shoreditch. The street hosts part of the Brick Lane Market on Sundays, popular with artists, sellers, and tourists, putting residents right at the heart of the action. And though it’s in the thick of it, it’s surprisingly hidden: firstly, it’s accessed via a private street entrance behind a subtle grey façade.

Heading indoors, living accommodation is split across several levels, culminating with a personal roof terrace, complete with built-in heaters for year-round use, plus seating and a hob for cooking. This bird’s-eye vantage point offers views across London towards the city, as well as the throng of the street below.

Back indoors, rooms feature painted raftered ceilings and a characterful brick fireplace in the living room. Painted wide plank floorboards amplify south-facing light, while the kitchen embraces the area’s Quaker roots with Shaker-style cabinets and a deep butler sink.

The second floor is dedicated entirely to the bedroom, with floor-to-ceiling glazing that opens directly to the terrace, plus a plethora of built-in storage and an en-suite bathroom.

Of course, location is the ultimate selling point at this London bolt-hole. The Rochelle Canteen and boutique stores of Arnold Circus are a short walk away, as is Columbia Road and its famous flower market, and there are bars, restaurants, and stores all on the doorstep. The Modern House is selling the East London property; take a closer look in the gallery.

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