East London Lifestyle Perfect for First Time Buyer at Berkeley’s Regent’s View

Spending most weekends taking in the sights and sounds of Bethnal Green, Broadway Market, and all this cosmopolitan East London area has to offer, first-time buyer Asli Y. was looking to put down roots to make the location a permanent home. The opportunity came when Asli was taking a walk along the Regent’s Canal and spotted the hoarding for Regent’s View, a development by the Berkeley Group with an iconic set of restored Victorian-era gasholders at its heart. After a visit to the sales and marketing suite, she reserved a one-bedroom apartment within the Westwood – a unique cylindrical building that echoes the original gasholders in design.

Asli Y., a Recruitment Manager for a luxury hotel, commented: “I’ve spent a lot of weekends visiting friends in the area and have always loved the atmosphere, so when I saw that Berkeley was building new homes here, I wanted to find out more.

“I knew the site was previously home to the historic gasholders and I think they’re a beautiful feature of the development and a fantastic example of preserving London’s history, so it felt like the right decision to buy my first home here and it’s something I’m proud to say is part of where I live.”

Riverside Heritage and East London Lifestyle

Set on the opposite side of the Regent’s Canal, residents of Regent’s View are a stone’s throw from Broadway Market, which is renowned for its bustling weekend market surrounded by artisanal shops, trendy cafés, trendy street food, and acclaimed dining, including Michelin-starred restaurants.

A short walk away is London Fields, with its leafy park, heated lido, artisan shops, galleries, and vibrant creative scene, and Victoria Park, which offers curated gardens, playgrounds, and outdoor sports facilities.

Asli added: “Living between Victoria Park and Broadway Market is something I’m genuinely grateful for. On a sunny day, the whole neighbourhood almost makes you feel like you’re on holiday. The area has so much character and offers an incredible mix of independent cafés, restaurants, markets and green spaces. I love how lively everything is; there’s always something happening.”

Modern Amenities, Transport Links, and Availability

Set to open in 2027, The Frameworks offers residents exclusive access to exceptional amenities including a rooftop bar, 24-hour concierge, creative studio, co-working space, lounge, private cinema and wellness facilities including a squash court, steam room, and sauna.

Asli commented: “Having a 24-hour concierge service is a real luxury. Every member of the team is friendly, professional, responsive and genuinely cares about helping residents. Their level of customer service has been exceptional and the people make a real difference to your day.”

Adding to the service from the onsite concierge team, purchasers at Regent’s View will also be assured of the quality and best-in-class specification provided within each home, with the Berkeley Group recently recognised as the leading developer for build quality by the resident review site Homeviews, part of Rightmove.

Drawing inspiration from its tranquil canal-side location, each apartment benefits from a soothing palette of neutral tones and an airy open-plan layout, complemented by luxurious touches with contemporary design choices that seamlessly flow from room to room.

Asli commented: “The Berkeley Group has an excellent reputation for delivering high-quality developments, which gave me confidence in my purchase. From the Customer Service Manager to the engineers and cleaning staff, everyone has been consistently attentive and quick to help. The level of customer service has made a significant difference to my experience of living at Regent’s View and has reinforced that I made the right decision in choosing it as my home.”

Well-connected and situated within London’s Zone 2, Regent’s View is within easy reach of Asli’s workplace in the heart of the city. Excellent transport links are a short walk away from Bethnal Green Underground station (Central line) and Cambridge Heath station (London Overground).

There are also multiple bus routes on the doorstep that connect across the city, with Asli regularly taking advantage of the easy commute. She commented: “The bus I take in the morning is only a three-minute walk and takes me almost directly to work. I also frequently use both Cambridge Heath and Bethnal Green stations, so whether I’m travelling to work or meeting friends across London, the transport links are excellent and one of the biggest advantages of living here.”

Set to fully complete in 2028, Regent’s View will open up a stretch of Regent’s Canal that has been inaccessible for over 150 years and create 1.75 acres of new public space, including a children’s play area and natural habitats for both people and wildlife to enjoy.

The Wright and Westwood Buildings have opened and welcomed new residents at the end of 2025.

Prices for one-bedroom apartments at Regent’s View start from £522,000, with two-bedroom apartments starting from £834,000, whilst a limited selection of First Time Buyer homes are available from £380,000 – eligibility applies.