Studio Flats In London

As homeowners on both sides of the Atlantic watch to see if their property’s value takes a dive, two prime areas of real estate where the super-rich choose to live have seen price increases, showing there is still money in the system, albeit for a niche market.
Real estate watchers will know that top end London prices rose sharply in the last three years, but less well reported has been how New York’s Manhattan has fared. While London prices could fall this year, Manhattan could see rises.
Suprising given that New York real estate prices dropped by four per cent in 2007, and yet, like London, pockets of an area that is seeing property price reductions can see good inflation for existing homeowners hoping their property portfolio will continue to perform well.
In fact, when looking at the real estate markets for the two leading financial centres of New York and London, there seems to be a breakaway section of the property market that behaves differently from other areas in the city where the super rich don’t favour, and are small enclaves.
Monaco, a financial centre as it is a tax haven, and only a square mile in sze, is another enclave of the wealthy that sees property behave quite differently from neighbouring areas on the French Riveria such as Nice and St. Tropez.
‘We often hear politicians comment that the rich are getting richer’, comments a UK based property company who sells property in Monaco, ‘And not only are the rich getting richer they have a micro economic property bubble in Manhattan, London and Monaco where the number of properties being sold and their prices are completely independent, and seperate from the rest of Europe and the U.S.’
Monaco property prices rose by over fifteen per cent in 2007, and in Manhattan seventeen per cent – but astonishingly properties in Monaco priced at 10 million Euros and above (around US$ 15 million) acheived a price hike of over twenty five per cent.
Part of Monaco’s price increases in recent years, and for the medium term future too, is that new housing being built is for locals, and a strong new supply of openly available apartments is unlikely to happen for a decade – and with strong demand and little supply it suggests further price rises are likely for 2008.
British citizens have moved to Monaco in high numbers in recent years and as UK taxes show no sign of falling this large group is expected to swell further in 2008.
Previously a relatively small group of Monaco residents, the number of British people living in Monaco has doubled in the last two years since 2005, with some 3000 now claiming residency in Monaco.
Time will tell if London and Manhattan’s top properties also continue to rise in the year ahead, pushing the markets for the super rich still further away from other real estate trends.

Property values are on the rope in the US, UK and many other countries – and as house values slip there is little homeowners can do as their investment keeps sliding – but wait and hope that their economies recover, and boost buyers confidence enough to get the property markets going again.
But there are some areas where the property bubble just hasn’t burst yet, and they’re such niche markets that they might just withstand current economic woes seen elsewhere.
Real estate watchers will know that top end London prices rose sharply in the last three years, but less well reported has been how New York’s Manhattan has fared. While London prices are falling in many boroughs, one or two are still showing slight increases on their 2007 values, but overall London prices are expected to dip this year.
And while New York real estate prices could drop too this year, Manhattan could see gains in property prices.
Suprising given that New York real estate prices dropped by four per cent in 2007, and yet, like London, pockets of an area that is seeing property price reductions can see good inflation for existing homeowners hoping their property portfolio will continue to perform well.
In fact, when looking at the real estate markets for the two leading financial centres of New York and London, there seems to be a breakaway section of the property market that behaves differently from other areas in the city where the super rich don’t favour, and are small enclaves.
Monaco, a financial centre as it is a tax haven, and only a square mile in sze, is another enclave of the wealthy that sees property behave quite differently from neighbouring areas on the French Riveria such as Nice, Cannes and St. Tropez.
‘We often hear politicians comment that the rich are getting richer’, comments a UK based property company who sells property in Monaco, ‘And not only are the rich getting richer they have a micro economic property bubble in Manhattan, London and Monaco where the number of properties being sold and their prices are completely independent, and seperate from the rest of Europe and the U.S.’
Monaco property prices rose by over fifteen per cent in 2007, and in Manhattan seventeen per cent – but astonishingly apartments in Monaco priced at 10 million Euros and above (around US$ 15 million) acheived a price hike of over twenty five per cent.
Part of Monaco’s price increases in recent years, and for the medium term future too, is that new housing being built is for locals, and a strong new supply of openly available apartments is unlikely to happen for a decade – and with strong demand and little supply it suggests further price rises are likely for 2008.
British citizens have moved to Monaco in high numbers in recent years and as UK taxes show no sign of falling this large group is expected to swell further in 2008.
Previously a relatively small group of Monaco residents, the number of British people living in Monaco has doubled in the last two years since 2005, with some 3000 now claiming residency in Monaco.
Time will tell if London and Manhattan’s top properties also continue to rise in the year ahead, pushing the markets for the super rich still further away from other real estate trends, and creating enclaves that belong to the wealthy.

Near the beautiful Thames River lie a variety of furnished apartments that will rent by the day, week, or month. The Romney House offers 1, 2 and 3 luxury bedroom apartments in a distinctly distinguished building within easy walking distance of Victoria station, Westminster Abbey, Houses of Parliament and the Thames River. Looking for something more contemporary in the heart of Victoria? New Palace Place has a selection of new luxury apartments located in Westminster. Here you will find one of London’s greatest landmarks, Big Ben. St. James’ Park underground the shops and amenities of Victoria are within easy walking distance. For those on a budget, Park House provides a selection of refinished one bedroom apartments within walking distance of Hyde Park, Kensington Palace and Knightsbridge. With all the money you will save on lodgings, you can afford to shop at the nearby Harrods and other internationally known shops.

Would you like a room with a view? St. George Wharf offers one and two bedroom apartments created with the view in mind. Recipient of several prestigious awards, St. George Wharf offers a breathtaking view of the Thames river as well as some of London’s best landmarks. You will gaze upon the majesty of Big Ben and the modern marvel of the Millennium Wheel. St. George’s Wharf is a grand example of modern architecture, both inside and out. The West End Quay offers one and two bedroom studio apartments in a contemporary setting near the Grand Union canal. The nearby Paddington station provides service every 15 minutes with the Heathrow express. A 24 hour concierge will provide you with all the local tips as well as provide you with an added sense of security.

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For those traveling on a shoestring budget, look for apartments that rent out individual rooms sharing a common living and kitchen area. London Rooms rents out flats by the evening or by the week. They provide cheap, comfortable apartments that are 12 minutes away from London by the C2C train. Single travelers or students may opt to rent individual rooms sharing a common room and kitchen. Whatever your travel budget, there is an apartment option that is right for you.

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London Apartments

Do you fancy a romantic break in London where you can do some shopping, enjoy the lights, take in a show and enjoy some of the fabulous restaurants that London has to offer with that special person in your life?

If you have the time to spare to come to London, you can rent a lovely studio apartment just off Trafalgar Square at a very reasonable price. You will be able to enjoy the privacy and intimacy of your own apartment where you will have your own fully equipped kitchen to prepare snacks and your own private bathroom. Your apartment will be your own pied-a-terre for the duration of your stay.

Close by is Embankment Station on London underground’s where you can take the tube on the District, Circle, Northern and Bakerloo lines. You will only be a minute’s walk from the River Thames where you can stroll along the Embankment and across the Jubilee Bridge to the South Bank. Along the South Bank there are a host of restaurants and places of interest to explore. The Festival Hall itself is home to a fantastic programme of music throughout the year.

Oxford Street and Regent Street are only 15 minutes walk away with their bright lights and amazing array of shops as well as the fabulous London theatres. You can go and watch a show, enjoy a musical and have a thoroughly wonderful time. Soho and Covent Garden are also within walking distance.

The London Eye is a “must do” for visitors to London. Enjoy its slow rotation whilst looking out over one of the most stunning skylines in the world.

Why not enjoy a romantic dinner for two on one of the well appointed Thames riverboat cruisers? The river is beautifully illuminated at night and you can enjoy good food and wonderful views as you sail along the river and take in its fabulous views.

If you would like a romantic getaway with your loved one in 2009, then London has everything to ensure you have a great trip.

Are you feeling fed up with the long dreary winter and desperate to start to enjoy Spring? Do you want to get away from it all and enjoy some culture? Maybe a stay in the city of London will help you beat those winter blues and recharge your batteries in one of the most vibrant cities in the world. You can enjoy the many events staged at the Barbican and visiting the West End for shopping and theatre trips.

Independent travellers to London are often surprised at how easy it is to rent a fully furnished apartment for a short break in London. Apartments are available from periods of just 1 night upwards!

You can stay just 150 metres from the Barbican centre in a simple studio apartment with its own fully equipped kitchen and bathroom for well under a hundred pounds a night. Included in the price are linen, towels, broadband internet access, TV, HiFi, direct phone, in-room safe. You will have the flexibility of being able to prepare your own snacks and meals whilst enjoying your own private home from home in London.

The Barbican is Europe’s largest multi-arts and conference venue and presents a huge range of art, music, theatre, dance and educational events. It is also home to the world-renowned London Symphony Orchestra.

Offering an unparalleled programme of film festivals, the Barbican shows a whole host of movies from an eclectic mix of independent directors from around the world.

There are many superb concerts or events at the Barbican Centre. Leading musicians and soloists from all over the world in both classical and contemporary music perform regularly at the Barbican. In classical music, world-famous artists such as Cecilia Bartoli, Simon Rattle, the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra, Evgeny Kissin, Maxim Vengerov, Alfred Brendel, Bernard Haitink, Mstislav Rostropovich, Midori, Amsterdam Concertgebouw Orchestra, Yo-Yo Ma have been enjoyed by visitors to the centre in recent times. In contemporary music the best artists in jazz, country, folk, world, roots, rock, soul and contemporary classical music from around the world are proud to perform there.

The restaurants at the Barbican Centre are popular with visitors and serve an excellent selection of meals, both at lunchtime and in the evenings.

The Barbican is also the perfect location for business travellers to the City of London. Corporate executives on assignment in London enjoy living in the hub of the business and artistic centre of the city. Partners are often happy to come along and enjoy the arts, as well as having the opportunity to hop on the tube at nearby Barbican Station and travel in to the West End for shopping. Everyday life in London offers so much to the visitor with its pubs, olde English backstreets and amazing array of shops and quality restaurants.

One of London’s greatest landmarks within walking distance is the fabulous St Paul’s Cathedral. You can climb to the top and enjoy magnificent birds eye views of one of the most amazing cities in the world.

If you are a lover of Shakespeare you can visit the remarkable Globe Theatre nearby at Southwark which also offers an impressive calendar of events throughout the year which include theatrical performances and lovely concerts.

You can stroll along to St Katherine’s Dock and watch the fascinating comings and goings at the fabulous marina full of sailing boats whilst enjoying a meal in one of the many waterside restaurants.

Engineering enthusiasts love to visit Tower Bridge and watch as this fabulous old Victorian icon opens to allow tall ships to pass through on their way up the Thames. Again, you can enjoy stunning views along the river from its walkways. In recent years, it has become an impressive London venue and it is now even possible to get married on Tower Bridge!

Whatever your taste, a stay in the Barbican area of London will offer you excellent entertainment and sightseeing opportunities. As well as the arts and culture, you can enjoy fantastic shopping in Oxford Street and Regent Street with the West End just a short distance away on the tube.

Do you ever come to London working on project assignments? Or do you send teams of staff to the UK for training etc? Are you often looking for a cost-effective accommodation solution? You may find that renting a centrally located serviced apartment will be the best idea to consider.

Serviced apartments are usually located just a short distance away from the London underground, as well as the many restaurants, bars and nightlife of the city. Serviced accommodation offers the best of both worlds – most serviced apartments are larger than the average hotel room and they all have a separate kitchen and bathroom. In your apartment, you will have plenty of space to work and entertain friends or clients. Most serviced apartments offer broadband internet access for occupants. You will be able to enjoy hotel services such as cleaning whilst enjoying the privacy and freedom of your own apartment, your own base in London. Most serviced apartments are available from one night upwards.

Just off London’s famous Trafalgar Square you can enjoy staying at Citadines which has a large breakfast area where you can enjoy coffee and croissants in the morning. Embankment and Charing Cross stations are close by. You will be near the West End of London with Regent Street and Piccadilly just 15 minutes walk away. You will be able to enjoy walking down the busy bustling streets and browsing in the shops and take in a West End theatre show, being just steps away from theatreland where you can enjoy London’s vibrant nightlife.

The contemporary accommodation available is superb, much of which nestles behind the magnificent traditional facades of old Victorian buildings in areas such as Knightsbridge, South Kensington and Clerkenwell.

For the corporate traveller, London has a lot to offer. See www.gocityapartments.com  for details of over 1,000 London serviced apartments from budget studios to luxury penthouses.

Before you make your reservation, there are a number of points you need to consider.

1. Select the area you require. Would you like to stay close to where you are working to minimise journey time? Or would you like to live in an area with bustling nightlife and restaurants nearby for your relaxation? Do you need to be very close to the London Underground?

2. What size accommodation do you need? Do you need space in your apartment to entertain clients or will you be using your apartment solely for eating/sleeping? You need to decide whether to rent a studio, one bedroom or possibly two or three bedroom apartment. A studio apartment may well be suitable for you if you are simply looking for accommodation in which to live, sleep and eat. If you wish to entertain clients or friends in your apartment then a one bedroom apartment will be a better option. For the international family in London on assignment there are currently some very good deals for 2+ bedroom accommodation.

3. Luxury or economy? There is such a wide range of furnished accommodation available. Behind the majestic Victorian facades of many London streets, there are the most superbly appointed contemporary apartments with every last luxury. Flatscreen TVs, state of the art sound systems, concierge services are but a few of the facilities available at the top of the range of the market. At the lower end of the market, accommodation is more basic but nevertheless all serviced apartments come with a fully fitted kitchen/kitchenette and bathroom, as well as TV, linen and towels.. Prices can vary enormously but in these “credit crunch” days you can get some excellent deals, especially if you are staying for a period of more than a month.

4. Optional extras. There are many optional extras available at some of the locations including on-site gyms, restaurants, breakfast rooms serving coffee and croissants, business centres, food delivery services. Many apartments offer free broadband internet access.

5. How long for? Amazingly, in many locations you can rent an apartment for one night upwards!

6. Use a good agent. There are a number of agents in London who offer very efficient booking services with a wide range of property available in the key areas of the capital. A good agent will ensure that you are offered the best property for your requirements at the best price.

For corporate employees in London on project assignments, serviced apartments offer the best of both worlds. You will benefit from spacious accommodation, as well as having a separate fully equipped kitchen where you can prepare your own meals and a bathroom. Even in a studio apartment, you will have ample space to work and entertain friends or clients and well as broadband internet access. Serviced apartments offer you the chance to enjoy the services you would expect from a hotel whilst enjoying the privacy and freedom offered by having your own apartment, your own home from home in London.

In central locations, most service apartments are just a stone’s throw away from London Underground stations and a host of restaurants, bars and the nightlife of the city.

At the Citadines just off London’s famous Trafalgar Square there is a large breakfast area next to the foyer where you can enjoy coffee and croissants in the morning. Embankment and Charing Cross stations are just a short walk away. You will be close to the West End with Regent Street and Piccadilly just 15 minutes walk. In this area, busy bustling streets are lined with shops and you will be just a few steps away from theatreland where you can enjoy London’s vibrant nightlife. You can rent a studio apartment for any length of time from one night upwards.

For the international family, there is superb contemporary accommodation available behind the magnificent traditional facades of old Victorian buildings in areas such as Knightsbridge and Clerkenwell. These provides provide a home from home for businessmen and their families on assignment to London.

For the business traveller, there are many options available. See www.gocityapartments.com  for details of over 1,000 London serviced apartments from budget studios to luxury penthouses.