Bloomsbury, Greater London, United Kingdom
48-49 Russell Square is a prominent Grade II listed Georgian office building occupying an attractive position on the south side of Russell Square in the heart of Bloomsbury. Dating back to 1803, the property combines period architectural character with refurbished office accommodation arranged over five floors, including a basement.
The building provides approximately 9,876 sq ft of office accommodation, with 2,820 sq ft currently marketed across several floors. Individual spaces range from approximately 154 sq ft to a maximum contiguous area of 1,098 sq ft. Recently refurbished to a high standard, the offices offer excellent floor-to-ceiling heights, natural light and a professional working environment.
The property is particularly suited to businesses seeking flexible office accommodation in a prestigious Central London location, with all-inclusive pricing options, bookable meeting facilities and a communal garden.
Situated opposite Russell Square, the building occupies a prominent position close to the corner of Montague Street and Bedford Place. The property benefits from a prime Bloomsbury address within London's Midtown business district, surrounded by established professional offices, educational institutions, cultural destinations and a wide range of local amenities.
Its central position provides convenient access to Holborn, King's Cross and Euston, making the building an attractive choice for businesses seeking well-connected office space in Central London.
Address: 48-49 Russell Square, London WC1B 4JP
Property Type: Grade II Listed Office Building
Submarket: Bloomsbury
Location Classification: Central Business District (CBD)
Building Classification: 3-Star Office
Total Net Internal Area: 9,876 sq ft
Available Office Accommodation: 2,820 sq ft
Available Spaces: 5
Smallest Available Space: 154 sq ft
Maximum Contiguous Space: 1,098 sq ft
Floors: 5, including basement
Typical Floor Area: 1,975 sq ft
Year Built: 1803
Construction: Masonry
Lifts: 1
Tenancy: Multi-let
Land Area: 0.14 acres (6,098 sq ft)
Plot Ratio: 1.62
Energy Performance Rating: D
Office accommodation is available at asking rents ranging from £100.61 to £109.29 per sq ft per annum, on a Fully Repairing and Insuring (FRI) basis for the spaces with published rental terms.
Available accommodation includes:
Ground Floor: 320 sq ft at £105.00 per sq ft.
First Floor: 328 sq ft, rent withheld.
Second Floor: 328 sq ft at £100.61 per sq ft.
Third Floor: 154–1,098 sq ft at £109.29 per sq ft.
Additional Third-Floor Space: 746 sq ft, rent withheld.
Flexible lease terms are available. All-inclusive pricing options are also advertised, covering rent, business rates, service charge, utilities and internet, with specific terms subject to confirmation.
The property was previously sold in September 2006 for £3,500,000, equivalent to approximately £354.39 per sq ft. The transaction was recorded as an owner-occupier purchase.
Recently refurbished office accommodation.
Grade II listed Georgian architecture.
Grade A office accommodation.
Excellent floor-to-ceiling heights and natural light.
Air conditioning and central heating.
Raised floor system.
Manned reception and professional front-of-house services.
Bookable meeting rooms and an impressive boardroom.
Communal garden providing outdoor breakout space.
Kitchen facilities and storage space.
24-hour building access.
Flexible lease terms.
All-inclusive pricing options covering rent, business rates, service charge, utilities and internet.
Russell Square Underground Station is approximately five minutes' walk away, while Holborn is around nine minutes away. Goodge Street and Tottenham Court Road stations are also within walking distance, with Euston and King's Cross mainline stations providing further national rail connections.
For further details or to make a booking, please contact Fraser Bond.
