Bloomsbury apartment where Bob Marley lived hits the market for £1.65 million

An apartment once belonging to Bob Marley located in a Victorian mansion block in Bloomsbury has hit the market for £1.65 million.

Originally home to the Jamaican reggae musician, the four-bedroom, entrance floor flat at Ridgmount Gardens in central London, offers a stunning view of the pristine residents’ garden, not to mention a coveted Blue Plaque on the house.

The property was home of Marley in 1972 when he first came to London to try and launch his career outside of Jamaica. 

After being invited by Johnny Cash to support his UK tour, Marley and his band the Wailers played gigs around the capital to try and land a big record deal. Eventually they met Chris Blackwell, owner of independent Island Records which led to international success and fame for the reggae stars. 

An apartment once belonging to Bob Marley located in a Victorian mansion block in Bloomsbury has hit the market for £1.65 million. The bright and modern apartment features a spacious living area featuring bay windows and wooden flooring 

The four-bedroom, entrance floor flat at Ridgmount Gardens in central London offers a stunning view of the pristine residents' garden from each of the double bedrooms. Pictured, the master bedroom at Ridgmount Gardens, which has a neutral colour scheme

The four-bedroom, entrance floor flat at Ridgmount Gardens in central London offers a stunning view of the pristine residents’ garden from each of the double bedrooms. Pictured, the master bedroom at Ridgmount Gardens, which has a neutral colour scheme 

The flat features minimalist decor with a white colour scheme and large bay window which channel additional light into the space. Pictured, the home office at Ridgmount Gardens

The flat features minimalist decor with a white colour scheme and large bay window which channel additional light into the space. Pictured, the home office at Ridgmount Gardens

The home includes two family bathrooms with monochrome flooring, white wall tiling and original Victorian features such as a wood burning fire place

The home includes two family bathrooms with monochrome flooring, white wall tiling and original Victorian features such as a wood burning fire place 

In 2006 for Black History Month, the blue cultural heritage plaque for Marley was unveiled at Ridgmount Gardens by The Nubian Jak Community Trust and mayor Ken Livingstone, celebrating it as the first London home of the ‘singer, lyricist and Rastafarian icon’.  

Built in the 1890s, the Victorian mansion block benefits from beautifully kept gardens, a tranquil setting, and original features including period fireplaces and windows.

A large entrance area leads onto the flexible living and sleeping accommodation of this bright and well-proportioned apartment. 

The high ceilings, stylish wooden flooring, and neutral palette of the spacious reception/dining room are indicative of the entire apartment, while a large bay window adds extra dimension and channels additional light into the space.

The property was home of Marley in 1972 when he first came to London to try and launch his career outside of Jamaica. After being invited by Johnny Cash to support his UK tour, Marley and his band the Wailers played gigs around the capital to try and land a big record deal. He is pictured performing at Crystal Palace Bowl in 1980

The property was home of Marley in 1972 when he first came to London to try and launch his career outside of Jamaica. After being invited by Johnny Cash to support his UK tour, Marley and his band the Wailers played gigs around the capital to try and land a big record deal. He is pictured performing at Crystal Palace Bowl in 1980

Built in the 1890s, the Victorian mansion block in Bloomsbury, central London, benefits from beautifully kept gardens, a tranquil setting, and original features including period fireplaces and windows

Built in the 1890s, the Victorian mansion block in Bloomsbury, central London, benefits from beautifully kept gardens, a tranquil setting, and original features including period fireplaces and windows 

Each of the four double bedrooms is light, open, and well-proportioned with large original windows providing an abundance of natural light and views out onto the communal gardens

Each of the four double bedrooms is light, open, and well-proportioned with large original windows providing an abundance of natural light and views out onto the communal gardens

The high ceilings, stylish wooden flooring, and neutral palette of the spacious reception/dining room are indicative of the entire apartment

The high ceilings, stylish wooden flooring, and neutral palette of the spacious reception/dining room are indicative of the entire apartment

Each of the four double bedrooms is light, open, and well-proportioned with large original windows providing an abundance of natural light and views out onto the communal gardens. 

These are served by two family bathrooms. A period fireplace takes centre stage in one bedroom and bathroom.

The apartment also benefits from access to a communal residents’ garden as well as the right to apply for access to Bedford Square Gardens. Ridgmount Gardens is meticulously well-maintained with a resident porter.

Located on the west side of London’s historic neighbourhood of Bloomsbury, and very close to Tottenham Court Road and Fitzrovia, Ridgmount Gardens enjoys a tranquil location amongst the hubbub of the West End. 

While residing in a relative oasis of calm, the surrounding area of Bloomsbury provides a host of amenities to enjoy. 

A large entrance area leads onto the flexible living and sleeping accommodation of this bright and well-proportioned apartment.

A large entrance area leads onto the flexible living and sleeping accommodation of this bright and well-proportioned apartment.

The apartment also benefits from access to a communal resident's garden as well as the right to apply for access to Bedford Square Gardens. Ridgmount Gardens is well-maintained with a resident porter

The apartment also benefits from access to a communal resident’s garden as well as the right to apply for access to Bedford Square Gardens. Ridgmount Gardens is well-maintained with a resident porter

Located on the west side of London's historic neighbourhood of Bloomsbury, and very close to Tottenham Court Road and Fitzrovia, Ridgmount Gardens enjoys a tranquil location amongst the hubbub of the West End.

Located on the west side of London’s historic neighbourhood of Bloomsbury, and very close to Tottenham Court Road and Fitzrovia, Ridgmount Gardens enjoys a tranquil location amongst the hubbub of the West End.

These include the Brunswick shopping centre with an eclectic mix of high street brands and restaurants, while theatres and museums, parks, and other notable London attractions are all in close proximity. 

For easy transport links, Goodge Street Station is the closest, while Tottenham Court Road, Warren Street, Euston, Kings Cross, and Russell Square are all within walking distance.

Alison Battrick of the Dexters Marylebone office says: ‘This well presented apartment is a fantastic example of why Ridgmount Gardens has built such a reputation as one of Bloomsbury’s premier properties. 

‘The spacious and flexible living space is made even more attractive by the communal gardens and greenery. 

‘Ridgemount Gardens has a great history, once home to the reggae superstar Bob Marley, and now has a cultural blue plaque, making it a highly desirable home.’ The apartment has come to the market with Dexters.