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<\/a>Beaufort Park<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n Where:\u00a0 <\/strong>Colindale, NW9<\/p>\n On-site amenities: <\/strong>Fully equipped spa, hair dressing salon, Tesco Express, three restaurants, a coffee shop and a park.<\/p>\n Starting price: <\/strong>\u00a3344,950<\/p>\n Average rental yield: 4-5%<\/strong><\/p>\n Who wants to live there:<\/strong> Young professionals on the first or second rung of the career ladder are drawn to Beaufort Park<\/a>. \u00a0The development offers affordable luxury yet is just a short commute into the City or West End. \u00a0The flats are spacious and the development itself is friendly with a strong sense of community. \u00a0It\u2019s also a good option for anyone who is security conscious as the flats are well guarded and have the latest technology for residents\u2019 peace of mind.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Marine Wharf<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n Where: <\/strong>Surrey Quays, SE16<\/p>\n On-site amenities: <\/strong>24-hour concierge, fitness and leisure suite, Tesco Express, park<\/p>\n Starting price: <\/strong>\u00a3570,000<\/p>\n Average rental yield: <\/strong>3-5%<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n The Landmark<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n Where<\/strong>: Canary Wharf, E14<\/p>\n On-site amenities: <\/strong>24-hour concierge, on-site security, underground parking, private gym, on-site shops cafes and restaurants<\/p>\n Starting price: <\/strong>\u00a3450,000<\/p>\n Average rental yield: <\/strong>3-5%<\/p>\n Who wants to live there: <\/strong>Professional singles and couples who work in Canary Wharf<\/a>.\u00a0 The average tenant here works hard and socialises locally in the evenings.\u00a0 They\u2019re too busy for a long commute and at the end of the tenancy, landlords often find the manual still inside the oven as it\u2019s never been used.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Cityscape<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n Where: Spitalfields, E1<\/p>\n On-site amenities: <\/strong>24-hour concierge, residents only gym and top floor roof terrace<\/p>\n Starting price: <\/strong>\u00a3740,000<\/p>\n Average rental yield: <\/strong>3-5%<\/p>\n Who wants to live there: <\/strong>Given its proximity to the City<\/a>, it has a surprisingly diverse tenant mix.\u00a0 Obviously there are lots of City professionals living there but also a number of tech entrepreneurs, fashion designers and those in the creative industry.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n New Capital Quay<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n Where: <\/strong>Greenwich, SE10<\/p>\n On-site amenities: <\/strong>Concierge, on-site restaurants, bars shops and Waitrose with complimentary delivery on any orders over \u00a350.\u00a0 A new art gallery is also proposed.<\/p>\n Starting price: <\/strong>\u00a3399,999<\/p>\n Average rental yield: <\/strong>5-8%<\/p>\n Who wants to live there: <\/strong>Professionals working in Canary Wharf who want to escape London at the weekends.\u00a0 The development also has a wide range of ages: from students up to retired downsizers.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n 21 Wapping Lane<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n Where: <\/strong>Wapping, E1<\/p>\n On-site amenities: <\/strong>24-hour concierge, residents only gym, spa, screening room, shops.<\/p>\n Starting price: <\/strong>\u00a3430,000<\/p>\n Average rental yield: <\/strong>3-5%<\/p>\n Who wants to live there: <\/strong>This development\u2019s close proximity to the City draws in lots of professionals.\u00a0 The area has a number of owner occupiers, though, which creates a strong sense of community.\u00a0 Many of the area\u2019s residents are native Londoners who have moved there from other parts of the capital.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Dickens Yard<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n Where: <\/strong>Ealing, W5<\/p>\n On-site amenities: <\/strong>24-hour concierge, swimming pool, residents spa and fitness suite.<\/p>\n Starting price: <\/strong>\u00a3669,950<\/p>\n Average rental yield: <\/strong>4-6%<\/p>\n Who wants to live there: <\/strong>There are a number of corporate lets here with many major corporations getting in now in advance of the new Crossrail station opening in 2018.\u00a0 Dickens Yard mainly attracts a young crowd with ages ranging from \u00a0mid-20s up to those in their 40s.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n 3 Merchants Square<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n Where: <\/strong>Paddington, W2<\/p>\n On-site amenities: <\/strong>24-hour concierge, nursery, cinema, residents only gym, meeting area, coffee shops, restaurants, upmarket shops plus regular events held in the square such as food markets, Christmas fairs and outdoor cinema screenings.<\/p>\n Starting price: <\/strong>\u00a3610,000<\/p>\n Average rental yield: <\/strong>2.5-4%<\/p>\n Who wants to live there: <\/strong>Thanks to its proximity to the Heathrow Express, many high-powered executives who have to travel for work seek apartments here, as do very posh international students.\u00a0 Even members of foreign royalty live here.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n The Knightsbridge<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n Where: <\/strong>Knightsbridge, SW7<\/p>\n On-site amenities: <\/strong>The amenities here are akin to a five-star hotel.\u00a0 24-hour concierge, valet parking, zen gardens, business centre with complimentary refreshments, fitness centre, 20-metre swimming pool and Kinesis spa.<\/p>\n Starting price: <\/strong>Rarely available but one unit is currently on the market for \u00a33.85m<\/p>\n Average rental yield: <\/strong>2-3%<\/p>\n Who wants to live there: <\/strong>If you are one of the privileged few to call The Knightsbridge home, then you have \u2013 as they say \u2013 arrived. This predecessor to One Hyde Park which is arguably more discreet, boasts a who\u2019s who of industry, royalty and private wealth amongst its residents.\u00a0 Many residents are from overseas and are very security conscious.\u00a0 This will probably be one of several homes they own around the world so they value the fact that the setup is on par with a very luxurious hotel but the apartments offer considerably more space than a hotel room.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Imperial Wharf<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n Where:<\/strong> Fulham, SW6<\/p>\n On-site amenities:<\/strong> 24 hours concierge, a choice of restaurants, coffee bars, upscale boutiques, Tesco Express, two nurseries, a children\u2019s indoor play centre, and residents only gym.<\/p>\n<\/a>
\nWho wants to live there:\u00a0<\/strong>Surrey Quays has great transport links and is only one stop on the Jubilee Line or a short ferry ride to Canary Wharf.\u00a0 Many of those living here like the fact that they\u2019re close to work but not on top of it.\u00a0 The good schools in the area are also attracting families to this development.<\/p>\n<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a>