Description
Elegant Apartment in Historic Villa Designed by Alfréd Hajós
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For sale: a bright and spacious 116 m² apartment located on the first floor of a detached heritage villa on Thököly út, in Budapest’s elegant District XIV (Zugló) - one of the city’s most desirable and fast developing residential areas.
The villa, originally built in the 1890s and redesigned in 1924 by Alfréd Hajós - Hungary’s first Olympic champion and one of the country’s most renowned architects - is a listed architectural landmark. Properties in such villas are exceptionally rare and represent both historical value and long-term investment stability.
This bright and airy apartment features a well-balanced, functional layout and a welcoming classical atmosphere:
- Size: 116 m²
- Floor: 1st floor in a detached historic villa by Alfréd Hajós
- Spacious living room with French balcony
- Large bedroom with French balcony
- Big kitchen and dining area
- Two spacious bathrooms
- High ceilings and original parquet flooring in excellent condition
- Built-in wardrobes and air conditioning
- Good livable condition, easy to upgrade into a luxury residence
- 30 m² storage space in the building
The apartment’s generous proportions and flexible layout allow for conversion into a luxury family home, premium rental property, or representative residence.
Prime Location - Central Yet Peaceful
Situated in Zugló’s villa district, this property combines the tranquility of green surroundings with excellent central accessibility.
- City Park (Városliget), Heroes’ Square, and Andrássy Avenue (UNESCO World Heritage Site) are only minutes away.
- Surrounded by restaurants, cafés, and convenience shops, ensuring a comfortable lifestyle.
- Stefánia Palace – Honvéd Cultural Centre nearby hosts concerts, cultural and diplomatic events.
- Puskás Aréna and Recsei Shopping Center are within a 13-minute walk.
- Close to Millenáris Ice Rink (Millenáris Jégpálya) and Gyakorló Ice Hall (Gyakorló Jégcsarnok) - popular year-round sports facilities.
- Italian and Swiss Embassies are just a few minutes away, contributing to the area’s prestige and security. Several other embassies and consulates are also located nearby.
- Surrounded by major universities - including ELTE (Eötvös Loránd University), Óbuda University, and Budapest Metropolitan University - attracting professionals, academics, and international students.
- Excellent public transport (Metro M2, Tram 1, Buses 7 & 173
Why Invest in This Property
- Architectural Prestige & Heritage Value
Located in a listed villa redesigned by Alfréd Hajós, this property offers a unique combination of architectural heritage and timeless prestige - a highly scarce segment of Budapest’s market.
- Capital Growth & Neighborhood Development
The Zugló district benefits from the ongoing Liget Budapest Project, Europe’s largest cultural and green urban redevelopment. Property values here continue to appreciate steadily due to infrastructure renewal and growing demand.
- Rental and Resale Demand
The area’s embassies, universities, and corporate offices ensure consistent demand for high-end rentals. Spacious heritage apartments with balconies and storage are rare and liquid assets on the Budapest market.
- Lifestyle & Accessibility
The apartment offers the best of both worlds: a peaceful green environment and quick access to downtown Budapest. The presence of embassies, cultural institutions, and cafés creates a safe, vibrant, and elegant neighborhood atmosphere.
This apartment is a rare opportunity to acquire a large classical residence in a prestigious historic villa designed by one of Hungary’s most iconic architects.
Combining heritage charm, modern comfort, and strong investment fundamentals, it offers excellent potential for capital appreciation, high-end rental income, or personal use in one of Budapest’s most elegant and secure neighborhoods.
Interested in this property?For further details or a private consultation, please don’t hesitate to contact us:
William McKenna Consultants – Budapest
Christofer Pecoraro
36 30 472 3319
info@william-mckenna.com
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