It is one of the wealthiest streets in the world and you could get your hands on one of the sought-after properties… if you have a spare £6.9million in the bank.
But that’s a relative bargain for homes found on The Bishops Avenue, in Hampstead, north London.
Dubbed ‘Billionaires Row’, properties on one of Britain’s most expensive streets can cost up to £15million for a penthouse, while mansions sell for up to £50million.
Famous former residents of the tree-lined road include Saudi Princes, Bernie Ecclestone, Ringo Starr, Joan Collins and billionaire steel magnate Lakshmi Mittal.
The 66-house street is now home to 20 jaw-dropping apartments in a Buxmead development, and remarkable pictures show one extravagant three-bedroom apartment on sale for nearly £7million.
The Bishops Avenue is now home to 20 jaw-dropping apartments in a Buxmead development, and remarkable photos show one extravagant three-bedroom apartment (pictured) on sale for nearly £7million
Facilities at the Buxmead development include a bar (left) and office spaces (right). Famous former residents of the tree-lined road include Saudi Princes, Bernie Ecclestone, Ringo Starr, Joan Collins and billionaire steel magnate Lakshmi Mittal
Pictured: The front of the modern renovation. Anil Varma, Managing Director of the Buxmead developers Harrison Varma, said: ‘Buxmead has been created to offer effortless living, exemplary services and outstanding facilities in an exclusive London location’
The Bishop Avenue (pictured) is now dubbed ‘Billionaires Row’ but it was previously branded ‘Millionaire Row’ until it saw more wealthier oversea buyers
The 75 foot indoor swimming pool (pictured) at the Buxmead development is as glamorous as you would expect for a street dubbed ‘Billionaires Row’
Residents also have access to incredible leisure facilities such as a professional cinema room (pictured) with plumped leather sofas and popcorn on tap
The apartment is uniquely designed and features elements such as marbled flooring, opulent light fittings, and sleek, open living spaces, all fitted with the latest tech.
Residents also have access to incredible leisure facilities such as a professional cinema room with plumped leather sofas and popcorn on tap, indoor swimming pool and spa, concierge service, beauty salon and a private dining room.
Set within 2.5 acres of gated landscaped grounds with ‘top class’ security from the same company who provided similar services to the Israeli Embassy, there is also an impressive games room and residents’ lounge and bar.
Anil Varma, Managing Director of the Buxmead developers Harrison Varma, said: ‘Buxmead has been created to offer effortless living, exemplary services and outstanding facilities in an exclusive London location.
‘Residents can take advantage of the array of amenities and facilities, which are effectively an extension of their apartment. If they wish to hold a party, an event or a conference, they can do so in our extensive facilities and keep their private space, private.
‘This recent innovation to luxury living is ideal for those who want all the benefits of a 20,000 square foot house but without the hassle and unnecessary expense.
‘When equating the generous proportions of each apartment with the 16,000 square foot of amenities, residents are paying less than £500 per sq. ft. for this privilege.’
Famous former residents of the tree-lined road include Bernie Ecclestone (left) and Ringo Starr (right)
The shared facilities mean owners have more usable space in their apartments. Pictured: The welcoming area
There is also an impressive games room and residents’ lounge (pictured) and bar available to those who join the wealthiest on Billionaire Row
A lavish spa room (pictured left) is also available for owners of the luxurious walnut apartment (pictured right)
The complex on The Bishops Avenue, which runs between Hampstead Heath and East Finchley, will offer a spa (pictured)
The three-bedroom apartment (main bedroom pictured) is uniquely designed and features elements such as marbled flooring, opulent light fittings, and sleek, open living spaces, all fitted with the latest tech
Canadian pop star Justin Bieber (right) was one recent celebrity who lived on the famous street as he rented a 15-bedroom property (left) for £108,333 a month, or almost £1.3million a year, it was reported in October 2016
In 2008 one of the most prestigious addresses, Toprak Mansion (pictured), sold for £50million
Canadian pop star Justin Bieber was one recent celebrity who lived on the famous street as he rented a 15-bedroom property for £108,333 a month, or almost £1.3million a year, it was reported in October 2016.
During the first Gulf war the Saudi royal family bought 10 of the street’s 66 mansions but sold them in 2013 for £80 million to make way for the modern development.
Steel industrialist Lakshmi Mittal, called the street home before he sold his £40million property in 2008.
The Bishops Avenue, which runs between Hampstead Heath and East Finchley, attracts wealthy buyers thanks to its large houses and extensive gardens, which gives it a rural atmosphere despite its relatively central location.
But many of the houses were left abandoned by their super-wealthy owners so the recently built apartment complex aims to put the Avenue back on the map for buyers.
The sky-high prices were one clue to why so many of the houses are empty, as the homes were too expensive for nearly all Londoners.
This meant they ended up being bought by overseas royals and celebrities who maintained their main residence elsewhere. Yet the more ‘affordable’ premises aim to change this.
The grand Silverwood house (pictured) on The Bishops Avenue sold for £22,000,000 in 2009
Steel industrialist, Lakshmi Mittal (left), called the street home before he sold his £40million property in 2008 and actress Joan Collins (right) also lived on the street
The development has a modern feel running throughout the property – including in the dining area (pictured) and living room (pictured)
Pictured: The welcoming entrance at the Buxmead Development on The Bishops Avenue, also know as ‘Billionaires Row’
The dining area (pictured) – which can also be used as a boardroom – is amongst the facilities offered to owners at the Buxmead Development
A world-class gym (pictured) can be used by homeowners and is featured beside the pool area and spa
The three-bedroom apartment offers a uniquely styled bathroom (pictured) with modern technology and luxurious facilities
A large games room (pictured) is also available in the complex. It is shared by owners of the 20 apartments
Many of the houses on the street are inspired by the designs of ancient Greece and Rome, while others draw inspiration for traditional English country estates. But these apartments (pictured) are modern and fresh
This indoor pool could be yours for £6.9million – or if you splash out more cash, you could own a penthouse for £15million
Every room of the luxurious three-bed apartment offers high-tech facilities – included in this modern bathroom (pictured)
The tree-lined street connects the north side of Hampstead Heath at Kenwood to East Finchley and the street is named after Bishops Wood which runs through the avenue.
It was historically owned by the Bishop of London until the Church of England sold most of the land in the 20th Century.
Many of the houses are inspired by the designs of ancient Greece and Rome, while others draw inspiration for traditional English country estates.
In the 1980s average property prices exceeded the £1million mark but in 2006 the smallest houses were selling for £5million.
In 2008 one of the most prestigious addresses, Toprak Mansion, sold for £50million.
The road is also mentioned in Elton John’s 1988 reworking of Give Peace A Chance, ‘Why not talk about Bishop’s Avenue,’ and ‘I’ve got a lovely house on Bishop’s Avenue.’
Many of the houses are inspired by the designs of ancient Greece and Rome, while others draw inspiration for traditional English country estates (pictured)
A stocked bar (pictured) that can be used by all home owners is also found in the complex on The Bishops Avenue
Pictured: The luxurious pool area is amongst the facilities at the Buxmead development on the Billionaires Row in London
The development showcases modern luxury apartment (pictured) living on one of Britain’s most expensive streets
What other houses cost around £7million?
Wentworth Woodhouse, Rotherham, South Yorkshire
Wentworth Woodhouse, Rotherham, South Yorkshire. One of Europe’s largest stately homes was sold for £7million
One of Europe’s largest stately homes was sold for £7million. The Grade-1 listed Wentworth Woodhouse has 300 rooms and was bought by the Wentworth Woodhouse Preservation Trust in 2016.
Templecombe House, Henley-on-Thames
The trust opened the mansion and 82-acre estate to the public. The house is believed to be the largest private house in the UK, with 250,000 sq ft (23,000 sq m) of floor space.
Templecombe House, Henley-on-Thames
This home was sought after as it neighboured Park Place – a mansion which featured in the remake of St Trinian’s in 2007.
Park Place cost £140 million in 2011, but its neighbour, Templecombe House, was on the market at a fraction of the price, for £7 million in October 2017.
It boasts two reception rooms, four bedrooms and an indoor pool. It also has one-bedroom Victorian gate lodge, a hard tennis court and views towards the Thames.
Redlap House in south Devon
Redlap House in south Devon. This grand home was once owned by the Governor of Dartmouth in the 18th century
This grand home was once owned by the Governor of Dartmouth in the 18th century.
Former home of Martin Amis, Regent’s Park, was on the market for £7.5 million in May 2017
It has seven bedrooms, four reception rooms and its own indoor pool overlooking the sea.
Martin Lamb, the estate agent who was in charge of selling the house, said: ‘In 30 years, this is the only house I have sold with its own private beach. This is the best house I have sold. It is like the South of France but in Devon.’
The house was up for sale in December 2013 for £7.5 million.
Former home of Martin Amis, Regent’s Park
The former home of celebrated British author Martin Amis was on the market for £7.5 million in May 2017. Amis penned Money (1984) and London Fields (1989).
In this living room plenty of space is offered and it is uniquely designed for that specific apartment
Each exclusive and uniquely designed room (pictured) features elements such as marbled flooring, opulent light fittings, and sleek, open living spaces, all fitted with the latest tech
A spa (pictured) is available near the pool area so once you’re through with your swim you can relax easily
The brand new exceptional property boasts several state-of-the-art features including a private bar for owners (pictured)
The three-bedroom apartment will allow the owner access to all the shared facilities – including your own cinema (pictured)
Office space (pictured) is readily available for whoever decided to buy this property – on the market for £6.9million