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Kate Middleton’s Former Bachelorette Pad Hits the Market

The cozy London flat where the Duchess of Cambridge lived before marrying Prince William is listed for $2.5 million

By Haley Chouinard
Woman in blue coat smiling while standing outdoors near parked cars.
The apartment that Kate Middleton lived in before joining the royal family is up for sale. Photo: Samir Hussein/WireImage

Before she was cemented as the future queen of England, Kate Middleton was just a twentysomething woman living in a chic London flat with her sister, Pippa. Now Kate and Pippa’s bachelorette pad is up for sale.

The three-bedroom apartment in London’s Old Chelsea is listed for $2.5 million. The apartment was originally purchased by the Duchess of Cambridge’s parents, Michael and Carole Middleton, in 2002 for around $886,000, substantially less than they intended to resell it for. Spanning two floors, the flat has two baths in addition to its three bedrooms and features a double reception room and a small kitchen.

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The duchess now resides in a 20-bedroom apartment at Kensington Palace with her husband, Prince William, and their three children. Prince Harry and Meghan Markle were set to move in next door to William and Kate, but with their first child on the way the couple announced last month that they have opted for the quieter setting of a cottage at Windsor Castle. Pippa lives not far from Kensington with her hedge-fund millionaire husband, James Matthew, and their four-month-old son, Arthur.

The Middletons’ erstwhile London flat is listed with Robert French of Knight Frank.

Cozy living room with red sofa, patterned rug, framed artwork on walls, and a view into a sunlit dining area.
The living room, which the listing says gets beams of light throughout the day. Knight Frank

Cozy living room with a red sofa, patterned rug, TV, and large window with floral curtains and paintings on the walls.
Another angle of the living room, which features a petite fireplace. Knight Frank

Elegant dining room with a wooden table, vintage chairs, large mirror, bookshelves, and cozy living area in the background.
The living room opens onto a cozy dining space. Knight Frank

Elegant dining room with wooden table, vintage chairs, bookshelves, large mirror, and door opening to garden view.
The dining area leads to a small balcony. Knight Frank

Modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, black countertops, stainless steel appliances, and large window for natural light.
A charming kitchen features tons of natural light. Knight Frank

Bright hallway with white staircase, framed art on walls, and coat rack; carpeted floor and natural light from windows.
The apartment is spread over two floors. Knight Frank

Cozy bedroom with a double bed, floral curtains, a ceiling fan, and bedside lamps, featuring a light and airy decor.
One of the apartment’s three bedrooms. Knight Frank

Bedroom with white bedding, ceiling fan, window with curtains, built-in wardrobes, and neutral walls.
The master bedroom, which the listing says has “a picturesque view onto Justice Walk and over the chimney pots of Old Chelsea.” Knight Frank

cozy bedroom with white bedding, wooden chairs, soft lighting, and an open door leading to a tiled bathroom
The master bedroom has an en suite bathroom. Knight Frank

Modern bathroom with beige tiled walls, bathtub with glass screen, white sink vanity, and overhead lighting.
The spacious master bath. Knight Frank