Property Description

5 Southampton Place - Grade II Listed Office Space for Rent, Bloomsbury, London WC1A 2DA

5 Southampton Place is a Grade II listed office building in the heart of Bloomsbury, within London’s Midtown business district. Dating from 1789, this characterful terraced property provides approximately 4,216 sq ft of office accommodation across five levels, combining historic architectural character with a range of modern workplace facilities.

The building offers a central London business address, with flexible office space configurations and convenient access to Holborn and other major Midtown transport connections.

Location

Situated on Southampton Place, close to the junction with Barter Street, the property occupies a prominent position in Bloomsbury, an established commercial and professional district within London’s Midtown. The area benefits from its proximity to Holborn, the West End and the City, alongside a range of cultural, educational and business institutions.

Property Details

• Property Address: 5 Southampton Place, London WC1A 2DA
• Property Type: Grade II Listed Office Building
• Total Floor Area: 4,216 sq ft NIA
• Available Accommodation: Up to 4,216 sq ft, subject to confirmation of availability
• Maximum Contiguous Space: 4,216 sq ft
• Smallest Recorded Space: 50 sq ft
• Number of Floors: Five levels, including basement, according to the building description
• Typical Floor Area: Approximately 803 sq ft
• Year Built: 1789
• Construction: Masonry
• Tenancy: Multi-let
• Energy Performance Rating: E
• Land Area: Approximately 0.04 acres

Availability clarification: The accommodation schedule lists five floors with a combined advertised availability of up to 4,216 sq ft. However, the occupancy information records The Boutique Workplace Company as occupying the entire 4,216 sq ft, with the building shown as 100% leased and no vacant space. Current availability and the status of the advertised suites should therefore be confirmed before marketing or arranging a viewing.

Rent

The asking rent is withheld. An indicative market rental estimate is £42–£51 per sq ft per annum on an FRI basis, subject to confirmation of the landlord's current terms.

Sale Details

The property was included in an investment portfolio transaction in March 2020, with a reported portfolio price of £236,479,987 across 26 properties and a reported yield of 3.48%. This figure relates to the wider portfolio and should not be interpreted as the individual sale price of 5 Southampton Place.

Amenities & Features

• Grade II listed period architecture
• 24-hour building access
• Air conditioning
• Fibre-optic internet connectivity
• Raised floor system
• Lift access
• Kitchen facilities
• Bicycle storage
• Controlled access and security system
• On-site property management
• Courtyard
• Wet sprinkler system

Leasing Highlights

• Central Bloomsbury location within the London Midtown commercial district
• Historic terraced building dating from 1789
• Flexible office accommodation arranged across multiple floors
• Close proximity to Holborn Underground Station
• Convenient access to the West End, City and surrounding business districts

Connectivity & Transport

Holborn Underground Station is approximately a three-minute walk away, providing access to the Central and Piccadilly lines. Tottenham Court Road and Covent Garden stations are also within approximately nine minutes on foot, while Farringdon provides wider rail and Elizabeth line connections.
For further details or to make a booking, please contact Fraser Bond.

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