2-bedroom flat · YO1 8BE
For saleReduced £25k (−6.7%) on 14 OctListed 248 days
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About
A superb top floor apartment forming part of an exclusive conversion of just four homes within this Grade II listed Georgian building, dating back to the 1830s.
Overlooking the ever popular Kings Square and just moments from the historic Shambles, the apartment enjoys a truly exceptional city centre position.
Currently used as a second home and successful short term let managed by Stays York, the property offers both a wonderful private retreat and an attractive investment opportunity.
Accessed via a shared entrance from Church Street, the development benefits from well presented communal areas leading up to the apartment on the top floor.
Internally, a private entrance hall provides access to a useful study area and a large storage cupboard.
The main living space is an impressive open plan lounge, kitchen and dining room, filled with natural light from multiple windows and enjoying fabulous views across the city towards the Minster.
The kitchen is fitted with a range of stylish units with wood worktops, tiled splashbacks and integrated appliances including an electric hob, oven, fridge freezer and slimline dishwasher.
The lounge area is centred around a charming cast iron stove, adding warmth and character to the room. The master bedroom overlooks Kings Square and benefits from a walk in wardrobe.
There is also a second double bedroom and a stylish bathroom fitted with a modern suite.
The apartment retains attractive period features including sash windows and benefits from electric underfloor heating throughout.
A rare opportunity to acquire a beautifully positioned and characterful apartment in the very heart of York, ideal as a second home, holiday let or city centre residence.
Leasehold Length of lease- 289 years remaining Ground rent - £300 per annum Service Charge- £4,534.17 per annum Council Tax Band- D Anti-Money Laundering Compliance We are legally required to conduct Anti Money Laundering checks on all purchasers and sellers.
These checks become mandatory when a seller accepts a purchaser's offer on a property. Anti-Money Laundering checks are valid for 6 months from the date they are completed.
If your purchase does not proceed and you make an offer on another property more than 6 months later, or if your checks are more than 6 months old when making a new offer, you will need to complete and pay for new checks.
We use a partner supplier MoveButler, to carry out these checks on our behalf.
They will contact you directly once your offer has been accepted (subject to contract) to complete the electronic verification process securely.
There is a non-refundable charge of £30 + VAT per purchaser for these checks.
This fee must be paid before we can issue a memorandum of sale to solicitors and is non-refundable under any circumstances.
Ashtons receive a portion of this fee from Movebutler as compensation for facilitating these checks and our administrative role in the compliance process.
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