327-329 Upper Street Islington London N1 2XQ

When you’re choosing an estate agent in Islington, you want two things: local knowledge you can trust, and a team that runs the process properly. Chestertons Islington supports clients across NW1 area, with practical advice and clear communication from first conversation to completion.
Islington is famed for its eclectic mix of elegant Georgian and Victorian townhouses, contemporary apartments, and bustling high streets like Upper Street, filled with shops, restaurants, and theatres. Whether you’re looking for a family home near Canonbury, a stylish flat in Angel, or an investment opportunity in this highly sought-after area, our estate agents provide end-to-end support on your property journey. Our experienced local team understands the detail behind each part of the area, helping homeowners, landlords, buyers and tenants make informed decisions with confidence. Whether you’re selling a family home, letting an apartment, buying in the area, or looking for a rental, we’ll guide you through the detail: presentation and marketing, viewings, feedback, negotiation and progression. Calm, thorough, and focused on the outcome you’re working towards.
With experienced managers, thousands of five star reviews and a service rated excellent by 96% of customers, we combine established expertise with a personal and approachable service.
If you’d like an initial conversation, we can provide a clear valuation and a straightforward plan, with no pressure.
Chestertons has been recognised as Estate Agency of the Year 2026 at the RESI Awards and Estate Agency of the Year at the Negotiator Awards in 2024 and 2025.
Islington has a thriving social scene. In addition to the many pubs and bars in the area, there are top comedy venues and a vintage cinema to keep residents entertained.
Zilouf Bar and restaurant comes highly recommended for its sublime cocktail collection. Its owners previously worked for the distinguished Ottolenghi NOPI restaurant and their expertise shines through in their drinks.
There are a number of state schools in the area. Primary schools include St Mary’s and Thornhill primary schools. There are also a number of same-sex secondary schools. For boys there’s a choice of St Aloysius RC School for Boys or the Central Foundation School. For girls, there’s the Elizabeth Garret Anderson School for Girls.
There’s a number of underground, mainline and over ground stations providing excellent service to Islington’s residents. Stations include:
Angel – Northern line
Caledonian Road – London Overground
Highbury & Islington – London Overground and Victoria Line
Old Street –Northern Line and National Rail services to Hertfordshire.
Compared to other areas, Islington is lacking in green spaces and instead has a number of small community gardens dotted around. For something a bit different, the New River Walk Park has a historic stretch of water; a man made aqueduct dating from 1613, and a beautiful selection of trees.
Islington has an increasing range of independent restaurants taking their inspiration from across the world. The variety of shops in the area is steadily growing, with a mixture of high street and independent boutique brands opening in the area.
Workshop is an Italian clothes shop. Its menswear collection is now produced in London however they still operate a factory in Turin. They have a wide collection of quality cashmere products as well as a stylish women’s range.
Islington offers an eclectic array of independent shops, trendy bars, restaurants, pubs, cinema’s, cultural venues and a host of places to visit for great vibes whether during the day or at night.
Islington is a truly magnificent place to live, work and socialise for the young, old and everyone in between.