“Am Urban” - Grimmstraße 15a
Kreuzberg
Nestled in the heart of the ever-popular Graefekiez, this truly unique apartment forms part of the remarkable conversion of the former Urban Hospital, originally dating back to 1890. Completed in 2012, the transformation has preserved the character of these listed buildings while creating an exceptional residential setting. Surrounded by beautifully landscaped grounds, the development offers a peaceful retreat for professionals and families alike, all within one of Berlin’s most vibrant and sought-after neighborhoods.
The apartment itself has a house feeling, with entrances to both the front and rear, as well as separate terrace areas and access to shared gardens, that create an effortless indoor-outdoor flow. Extending to approximately 222.9 m², the residence features a bespoke-designed interior with impressive ceiling heights to 5.80 meters, allowing for generous main living spaces and striking mezzanine levels. The result is a home perfectly suited to both everyday living and entertaining, with private bedroom retreats and an abundance of beautifully retained period features throughout.
Details
• Exceptional setting in the perfectly balanced Graefekiez, offering a rare sense of seclusion while remaining at the heart of Berlin life
• Part of the renowned “Am Urban” development, originally constructed as a hospital between 1887 and 1890
• Thoughtfully converted into condominiums and completed in 2012
• Set within listed buildings, preserving historic character alongside high-quality modern finishes
• Beautifully landscaped communal gardens with children’s play areas and generous green space, creating a peaceful retreat from the city
• Dual front and rear access, enhancing the feel of a private house
• 222.9 m² of internal living space, ideally suited to family life or professional use
• Currently arranged as 5 principal rooms (4 Bedrooms), complemented by 4 additional mezzanine areas with excellent ceiling height for practical everyday use
• Rooms with mezzanine spaces benefit from ceiling heights of approximately 4.60m providing ample headroom in the Mezzanine areas
• 3 separate private terraces with direct access to the private, and communal gardens
• Impressive main living and kitchen area with approximately 5.80 m ceiling height
• Stylish open-plan kitchen area
• Two bathrooms, including a principal en-suite with shower and a separate family bathroom with bathtub
• Wealth of retained original period features, including intricate brickwork, stone stair detailing, cornicing, decorative plasterwork, exposed ceiling brickwork and an original cart-rail feature to the living room floor
• Underfloor heating throughout, set beneath high-quality oak flooring
• Triple-glazed timber-framed windows to the living/kitchen area, with timber-framed double-glazed windows to the bedrooms
• Heating and hot water supplied via the district heating network
• Additional loft storage space
The Neighbourhood
Set in one of Kreuzberg’s most desirable micro-locations, Graefekiez is loved for its rare balance of neighborhood charm and vibrant city energy. Centered around handsome Altbau streets and just moments from the leafy banks of the Landwehrkanal, the area has an unmistakably relaxed yet cosmopolitan character, with waterside walks, cycling routes and café terraces all contributing to its enduring appeal.
The neighborhood is especially known for its independent food and shopping scene: local favorites such as Le Bon, Fourty Years Kitchen and Cocolo Ramen X-Berg sit alongside a wide mix of cafés, restaurants and small-scale design-led shops, while boutiques such as Moeon reflect the area’s creative, curated spirit.
The Graefekiez also remains exceptionally well connected. Südstern U- Bahn is close at hand, offering direct access to the U7, whilst equidistant, Schönleinstrasse provides access to the U8, meaning access to the whole city is at your doorstep
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