Properties of the week: impressive city flats

1. Tobacco Warehouse, Stanley Dock

Liverpool

A “New York-style” loft apartment with galleried floors, exposed brickwork and original iron columns. The building is a fine example of Victorian industrial architecture: dating to 1901, it is the largest brick-built warehouse in the world. Main suite, 1 further bed, family bath, open-plan kitchen/dining/living room, studio.

£390,000; Fine & Country

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2. Redcliffe Parade West, Redcliffe

Bristol

A stylish flat in this colourful Georgian-fronted building with lovely views over Bristol harbourside and set close to the Old City, offering easy access for a walk around Queen Square, a bite at St Nicholas Market, or a quick drink on King Street. The increasingly popular Wapping Wharf development is also within easy reach. 1 bed, family bath, open-plan kitchen/dining/living room, patio.

£365,000; Boardwalk Property

3. The Empire, Grand Parade, Bath

Somerset

Built in 1901, this Grade II building is located on the banks of the River Avon, close to Bath Abbey. Residents enjoy access to a fitness suite, billiard room, cinema room, garden and a range of other facilities including a private dining room. Main suite, 1 further bed, shower room, kitchen/breakfast room, recep, lift, parking.

£595,000; The Apartment Company

4. Collingham Gardens, Earl’s Court, SW5

London

A first-floor flat in an elegant Victorian terrace built in the 1880s and designed by Ernest George, with communal gardens by Harold Peto. The property is bright and spacious with a period fireplace and natural wood flooring. The South Kensington and Chelsea areas are both within easy reach. 2 beds, family bath, open-plan kitchen/dining/living room, garden.

£995,000; Savills

5. The Penthouse, Exeter

Devon

A penthouse flat boasting magnificent views over the River Exe and the surrounding town. It’s conveniently situated close to the Exeter Quayside and its shops, bars and restaurants. 2 beds, family bath, open-plan kitchen/dining/living room, roof terrace.

£595,000; Knight Frank

6. The Chambers, Chapel Walks

Manchester

A striking Victorian building close to Selfridges and The Ivy. Main suite, 1 further bed, family bath, open-plan kitchen/dining/living room, lift.

£325,000; SPS

7. The Isokon Building, Hampstead, NW3

London

A ground-floor flat in this Grade I masterpiece of modernist architecture designed by the engineer Wells Coates. Famous former residents include Agatha Christie, Walter Gropius and the architect Marcel Breuer. Hampstead Heath is a short walk away. 1 bed, family bath, kitchen, open-plan living/dining room, garden.

£595,000; The Modern House

8. Avro, Binns Place, Ancoats

Manchester

A flat overlooking the canal in the popular Ancoats area, close to all the amenities of the city centre. Built in 1825, this Grade II* building was once home to A.V. Roe & Co, Britain’s first aeroplane manufacturer, which built the Lancaster and Vulcan bombers. Main suite, 1 further bed, family bath, open-plan kitchen/dining/living room, communal garden, parking.

£800,000; Savills