$22.5 Million Kensington Townhouse Was One of First With an Elevator

Famous names like Freddie Mercury and David and Victoria Beckham have long been associated with Kensington, one of London’s most affluent areas. Known for its grand Victorian mansions and elegant townhouses, the neighborhood recently saw one such property sell for $32 million. Now, another residence—this one with even greater historical significance—has come not too far from the gates to Kensington Palace.

The stately townhouse on Kensington Court was built between 1883…