9 Albert Embankment
Luxury apartments for sale and rent in 9 Albert Embankment, SE1
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Developer: Berkeley Homes
Key Features:
- Twenty-four-hour concierge service
- On-site convenience store
- Secure underground car parking
9 Albert Embankment, London SE1
9 Albert Embankment, also known as Salamanca Square, was originally constructed in the 1960s and formerly served as the headquarters of Decca Records before being redeveloped by Berkeley Homes into a residential scheme comprising 203 apartments.
The development offers a mix of one, two and three-bedroom homes and duplex penthouses, each varying in internal configuration yet consistently finished with contemporary kitchens and modern bathrooms.
Many apartments benefit from direct Thames views towards Westminster, while upper-level units secure wider skyline perspectives.
Residents benefit from 24-hour concierge, lift access, and secure parking, reinforcing the building’s established and professionally managed profile.
Transport
Albert Embankment is in zone 1. Vauxhall Station provides Victoria line Underground services, National Rail connections, and a major bus interchange, while St George Wharf Pier offers Thames riverboat services east and west along the river. The location places residents within easy reach of Victoria, the City, and Canary Wharf, while the West End and Covent Garden are a short journey away.
Things to do
Albert Embankment is located close to Vauxhall, renowned for its energetic nightlife, and Westminster, an area defined by political landmarks and historic architecture. The area offers an established mix of bars, restaurants, gyms, and leisure facilities, supporting both owner-occupiers and investors seeking strong tenant demand in SE1. Notable nearby dining options include POTUS Bar & Restaurant and Chino Latino, alongside traditional pubs such as The Black Dog and The Rose.
Cultural institutions enrich the local lifestyle, with Tate Modern, Southbank Centre, National Theatre, and The Old Vic all within easy walking or cycling distance, making the area a hub for arts and performance.
Riverside open space is provided by Albert Embankment Gardens, and further green space can be found at Vauxhall Park.
Higher Education
The location is also convenient for higher education, with King's College London, London South Bank University, University of the Arts London, and University of Westminster all accessible via short transport links, reinforcing demand from students and academic professionals.
The area
Albert Embankment forms part of the south bank of the River Thames in Central London, stretching from Lambeth Bridge to Vauxhall Bridge. Positioned along the South Bank, the area sits within one of central London’s most active regeneration corridors. Like neighbouring Nine Elms, Albert Embankment has undergone significant residential redevelopment in recent years and continues to evolve as new schemes complete and further phases progress.
The riverfront is home to a series of established and emerging developments including Parliament View and Peninsula Heights, with additional projects under construction across the wider Vauxhall and Nine Elms district. Albert Embankment is increasingly regarded as one of central London’s most sought-after residential addresses, combining direct river frontage with proximity to Westminster and the South Bank cultural quarter.
