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W8 6BH
Allen House, 8 Allen Street, Kensington, London, W8 6BH
Designed by Residence One, this exquisite three-bedroom penthouse spans an impressive 2,103 sq ft, offering refined elegance and seamless indoor-outdoor living. Positioned on the sixth floor, this west-facing residence is bathed in natural light, with two private terraces enhancing its remarkable sense of space.
The open-plan kitchen, living, and dining area is the heart of the home, opening onto a spacious 234 sq ft south-facing terrace via four sets of doors, creating a seamless transition between inside and out. The sleek and modern kitchen is fully equipped with top-of-the-line Gaggenau appliances, ensuring both style and functionality.
The principal bedroom suite is a sanctuary in itself, featuring a large en suite, dressing room, and a private 103 sq ft north-facing terrace. The second bedroom boasts built-in wardrobes and an en suite, while the third bedroom also benefits from bespoke storage and is served by a separate bathroom. Comfort cooling ensures a pleasant ambiance throughout, while oak linear flooring adds warmth and sophistication.
This is Penthouse One at Allen House—a rare blend of space, style, and craftsmanship in the heart of Kensington.
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Allen House is a rare and unique opportunity. The comprehensive return to splendour of this iconic Edwardian building comprises 45 beautifully appointed one, two, and three-bedroom lateral apartments, and two spectacular penthouses with skyline views across one of the world’s greatest capitals.
Allen House is an early Edwardian mansion building of architectural merit and importance in scale, positioned in this ever-sought-after location that is Kensington W8. The building will be comprehensively developed and refurbished to create 47 apartments that will see apartment interiors designed sympathetically to complement the Edwardian façade and the elegant lobby. Residents will have access to a large landscaped communal garden, a rare amenity in such a building.
Allen House has a scale and stature that is unmatched in buildings of its type, even in the prime location of Kensington. It also enjoys the rare advantage of a significant communal garden that will be beautifully landscaped to provide all residents with a private oasis.
• 24-hour concierge and security
• A number of apartments benefit from their own private balcony or terrace
• State-of-the-art gymnasium
• Fully-connected meeting room
• RBKC residents' parking permits for apartments
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*This apartment has been dressed and comes fully furnished within the price
Allen House is located on the east side of Allen Street just to the south of Kensington High Street, the main thoroughfare of this internationally recognised residential location in West London. Kensington provides a great mix of amenity including destination restaurants, specialist retailers while the area is book-ended by Holland Park and Kensington Gardens, all in walking distance. Transport connectivity is also comprehensive with Kensington High Street underground station 3 minutes away while access west out of London sees a car journey time to Heathrow of 40 minutes.
How the asking price has moved
Prices, costs and transport nearby
What homes within 400 m sold for since Nov 2023, by type. Source: HM Land Registry.
Most recent sales
| Address | Sold price | Date | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 STAFFORD TERRACE, W8 7BJ | £8,300,000 | Jul 2026 | Terraced |
| 5 ARGYLL ROAD, W8 7DB | £8,750,000 | May 2026 | Terraced |
| Flat 7, 44, 44 CHENISTON GARDENS, W8 6TH | £1,200,000 | May 2026 | Flat |
| 37 ABINGDON ROAD, W8 6AH | £7,700,000 | Apr 2026 | Terraced |
| Flat 86, IVERNA COURT, IVERNA GARDENS, W8 6TU | £1,999,000 | Apr 2026 | Flat |
| Flat 40, ABINGDON COURT, ABINGDON VILLAS, W8 6BT | £2,250,000 | Apr 2026 | Flat |
| 30 IVERNA GARDENS, W8 6TN | £2,250,000 | Mar 2026 | Flat |
| Flat 9, ABINGDON COURT, ABINGDON VILLAS, W8 6BS | £1,800,100 | Mar 2026 | Flat |
| 4 IVERNA COURT, W8 6TY | £2,200,000 | Feb 2026 | Flat |
| Flat 38, ABINGDON MANSIONS, PATER STREET, W8 6AB | £580,000 | Feb 2026 | Flat |
| 46 IVERNA COURT, W8 6TS | £2,275,000 | Jan 2026 | Flat |
| 13A ADAM EVE MEWS, W8 6UG | £1,748,000 | Jan 2026 | Terraced |
| 11B STAFFORD TERRACE, W8 7BJ | £2,500,000 | Jan 2026 | Flat |
| 26 PHILLIMORE WALK, W8 7SA | £1,750,000 | Nov 2025 | Terraced |
| Flat 40, ABINGDON MANSIONS, PATER STREET, W8 6AB | £980,000 | Sep 2025 | Flat |
How the average price of flats in Kensington and Chelsea has moved, compared with London overall.
Monthly asking rents for homes advertised within 400 m in the last 3 months, by bedrooms.
Based on the asking price of £7,920,000. Adjust the figures to match your own deposit and rate.
For illustration only — not a mortgage offer or financial advice. Actual repayments depend on your lender, credit profile and product fees.
The three closest stations to this home.
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High Street KensingtonCircle District240 m
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Earl's CourtDistrict Piccadilly860 m
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Notting Hill GateCentral Circle District1.1 km
Straight-line distance, not walking route.