Flat 70
DARWIN HOUSE, 1, SYLVESTER CLOSE, DERBY, CITY OF DERBY DE1 2BG
£925 pcm
Property details
Council tax band
A
Deprivation
Decile 1 (1,255 of 33,755)
Street crime
1145 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)
Key features
- Available Immediately - Fully, Part Or Unfurnished
- Top Floor - Corner Position
- Lift On Site
- Allocated Parking
- Integrated Appliance (Dishwasher & Washer/ Dryer) With Friday / Freezer
- Quiet Area Of The Building
- Viewings Available Immediately
- Amazing Location
- Council A Band
- EPC - B
Additional details
- Parking
- Communal
- Garden
- Yes
Description
Situated within the highly sought after Nightingale Quarter development, this beautifully presented third floor corner apartment offers modern living in a peaceful position, whilst benefiting from an allocated parking space and access to the development's attractive landscaped grounds.
Positioned in a quiet corner of the building and accessed via a secure communal entrance with lift access to all floors, the apartment enjoys a particularly private setting whilst remaining just moments from Derby City Centre.
Finished to an excellent standard throughout, the accommodation offers a bright and spacious open plan living area incorporating a contemporary high specification kitchen fitted with a range of modern units and integrated appliances. The kitchen benefits from an integrated washer/dryer, dishwasher, microwave, oven and hob, together with a freestanding fridge freezer.
The generous living and dining space provides an excellent area for both relaxing and entertaining, whilst the double bedroom benefits from a built-in wardrobe and large window allowing for plenty of natural light. Completing the accommodation is a stylish modern bathroom finished with quality fittings and a contemporary suite.
Nightingale Quarter is one of Derby's most exciting residential developments, ideally positioned within walking distance of Derby City Centre, Derby Railway Station, Pride Park and a wide range of shops, restaurants, cafés and leisure facilities. Excellent transport links provide convenient access to the A52, A38 and wider road network, making the property particularly attractive for commuters.
Offered with allocated parking and available for immediate occupation and available Fully/ Part Or Unfurnished.
Location - Located in Darwin House, the most recent completed development on the Nightingale Quarter. The property is perfectly located for the city centre, train station and commuter links. It is perfect for a single professional or couple.
Accommodation -
Kitchen/Dining/Living Area -
Kitchen Area - Modern, high specification, fitted kitchen with a range of wall and base units and drawers, oven with hob and extractor over, fitted microwave, integrated washer/dryer, and dishwasher, and a free standing fridge/freezer.
Living/Dining Area - Lovely open plan living area, with space for dining, laminate flooring, radiator, and large window letting in lots of natural light, with a fitted roller blind.
Master Bedroom - Double bedroom, fitted with neutral carpet, built in wardrobe, and large window with two openings, and a fitted roller blind.
Bathroom - Stunning three piece suite consisting of bath with shower over, wash basin with vanity unit with tiled splash back, low level flush WC. Chrome towel radiator and mirrored unit fitted to wall. Walls are a mix of tiles and plaster.
Outside - Allocated parking for one car, and set within beautiful communal landscape gardens.
Listed by
Duffield
Smartmove
Reference: 89506248
EPC ratings on this postcode
We don't have a matched EPC for this property yet. Below are efficiency scores and details for other addresses on this postcode.
| Address | Current | Potential | Floor area | Age band | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apartment 1, Darwin House, 1 Sylvester Close, DERBY | 83 | 83 | 39 m² | — | Flat |
| Apartment 10, Darwin House, 1 Sylvester Close, DERBY | 80 | 80 | 56 m² | — | Flat |
| Apartment 11, Darwin House, 1 Sylvester Close, DERBY | 81 | 81 | 39 m² | — | Flat |
| Apartment 12, Darwin House, 1 Sylvester Close, DERBY | 81 | 81 | 39 m² | — | Flat |
| Apartment 13, Darwin House, 1 Sylvester Close, DERBY | 81 | 81 | 39 m² | — | Flat |
| Apartment 14, Darwin House, 1 Sylvester Close, DERBY | 81 | 81 | 39 m² | — | Flat |
| Apartment 15, Darwin House, 1 Sylvester Close, DERBY | 81 | 81 | 39 m² | — | Flat |
| Apartment 16, Darwin House, 1 Sylvester Close, DERBY | 81 | 81 | 56 m² | — | Flat |
| Apartment 17, Darwin House, 1 Sylvester Close, DERBY | 85 | 85 | 39 m² | — | Flat |
| Apartment 18, Darwin House, 1 Sylvester Close, DERBY | 85 | 85 | 39 m² | — | Flat |
| Apartment 19, Darwin House, 1 Sylvester Close, DERBY | 85 | 85 | 39 m² | — | Flat |
| Apartment 2, Darwin House, 1 Sylvester Close, DERBY | 83 | 83 | 39 m² | — | Flat |
| Apartment 20, Darwin House, 1 Sylvester Close, DERBY | 85 | 85 | 39 m² | — | Flat |
| Apartment 21, Darwin House, 1 Sylvester Close, DERBY | 85 | 85 | 39 m² | — | Flat |
| Apartment 22, Darwin House, 1 Sylvester Close, DERBY | 85 | 85 | 39 m² | — | Flat |
Flood risk
Zone: 1
Risk: Low
Job (default Low)
Rental Range
Estimated market rent for Derby. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.
Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Derby.
LHA (30th percentile) floor for Derby: £449/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)
Location
Address
Sylvester Close
Nearby
Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).
| Type | Name | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bus stop | Trinity Street | 0.0 miles |
| Shop | Sandecor | 0.1 miles |
| Bus stop | Liversage Road | 0.1 miles |
| Shop | Unknown | 0.1 miles |
| Train station | Derby | 0.3 miles |
| Train station | Peartree | 1.3 miles |
| University | University of Derby | 1.9 miles |
| Hospital | Babington Hospital | 7.1 miles |
| Hospital | Ilkeston Community Hospital | 8.0 miles |
Street-level crime
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 411 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 142 |
| Public order | 134 |
| Drugs | 108 |
| Shoplifting | 78 |
| Other theft | 72 |
| Criminal damage and arson | 70 |
| Vehicle crime | 29 |
| Burglary | 25 |
| Possession of weapons | 18 |
| Robbery | 17 |
| Other crime | 16 |
| Bicycle theft | 13 |
| Theft from the person | 12 |
| Total incidents | 1145 |
Within 1 mile during Apr 2026. Source: data.police.uk (England & Wales).
Schools nearby
Nearest open schools with Ofsted ratings (England). Closed schools are not shown. Data from Get Information about Schools and Ofsted.
| Name | Type | Distance | Ofsted |
|---|---|---|---|
| St James' Church of England Aided Infant School | Primary | 0.2 miles | Good — 6 Dec 2018 |
| Castleward Spencer Academy | Primary | 0.2 miles | Outstanding — 18 Sep 2024 |
| Rosehill Infant and Nursery School | Primary | 0.3 miles | Good — 26 May 2020 |
| St James' Church of England Aided Junior School | Primary | 0.3 miles | Good — 24 Apr 2024 |
| Derby College | Other | 0.4 miles | — (No rating) |
Rental Comparables
Residential lets from OpenRent and Rightmove for the area (same bedroom count). Use to validate rent estimates. Student lets are excluded.
| Title | Rent | Beds | Distance | As seen on |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Nightingale Quarter, 1 Sylvester Close, Derby | £925/mo | 1 | 0 miles | Rightmove |
| 1 Bed Flat, Darwin House, DE1 | £950/mo | 1 | 0.01 miles | OpenRent |
| 1 Bed Flat, Dalton House, DE1 | £900/mo | 1 | 0.06 miles | OpenRent |
| 1 Bed Flat, Hartington Street, DE23 | £650/mo | 1 | 0.16 miles | OpenRent |
| Studio Flat, Oxford Street, DE1 | £550/mo | 1 | 0.17 miles | OpenRent |
| 1 Bed Flat, Hartington St, DE23 | £790/mo | 1 | 0.18 miles | OpenRent |
| 1 Bed Flat, Lombe House, DE1 | £950/mo | 1 | 0.19 miles | OpenRent |
| 1 Bed Flat, Hartington Street, DE23 | £650/mo | 1 | 0.19 miles | OpenRent |
| Studio Flat, Hartington Street, DE23 | £625/mo | 1 | 0.23 miles | OpenRent |
| Studio Flat, Hartington St, DE23 | £675/mo | 1 | 0.24 miles | OpenRent |
| Studio Flat, Arboretum St, DE23 | £680/mo | 1 | 0.24 miles | OpenRent |
| Studio Flat, Leopold Street, DE1 | £400/mo | 1 | 0.25 miles | OpenRent |
| 1 Bed Flat, Leopold St, DE1 | £600/mo | 1 | 0.25 miles | OpenRent |
| 1 Bed Flat, Arboretum St, DE23 | £650/mo | 1 | 0.26 miles | OpenRent |
| Studio Flat, Leopold St, DE1 | £700/mo | 1 | 0.28 miles | OpenRent |
Average rent: £713/mo (15 listings)
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