2-bedroom flat · LE2 8TS
Listing removedListed 92 days · slow let
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About
Platform Housing is delighted to offer this two bedroom first/mid-floor flat coming up for rent in Leicester.
Located just of Wigston Lane in Aylestone, a popular residential area south-west of Leicester City centre with;- • Good bus links into Leicester city centre with stops near Francis Court • Nearby local shops, schools, GP services and community facilities • Easy access to Aylestone Meadows, the River Soar corridor and green spaces which are popular for walking and cycling • Reasonable access to Leicester railway station.
Preference given to those who have a local connection to the area administered by the Leicester City Council.
This home is suitable for a household of up to a maximum of three people with preference for those we can assess as having a two bedroom need.
Set within communal grounds there is shared access into the three storey building. Stairs take you to the upper floors, there is no lift.
This unfurnished home briefly consists of a:- • Kitchen • Lounge • Bathroom • Two bedrooms • Gas central heating • Energy performance certificate rating is B • Leicester Council Tax band is A Please note all properties are unfurnished and Platform Housing Group does not cover your contents as part of the tenancy agreement.
You will be required to pay one month’s rent/service charges of £553.30 on the tenancy start date. Details will be confirmed should you go on to be offered this property.
The preferred method of payment ongoing is via Direct Debit and we accept and Universal Credit.
If you are accepted and do become a Platform Housing Group tenant, you will be offered a starter tenancy.
If there have been no breaches or issues within the first year of your tenancy you will be considered for a lifetime assured tenancy.
Please be aware Universal Credit / Housing related benefits will only pay for the property you are living in and you will need to give notice on your current tenancy.
If you are successful in being offered this property you will be contacted by the Lettings Officer and you will need to complete an application form.
At this stage the Lettings Officer will confirm the rent and service charges. If you are currently renting you will be required to give notice on your current home.
You will only need to give Notice if you have been informed that you are being considered/offered a property. If you have any further questions, please contact your landlord.
Customers will be contacted in order of expressing their interest in the property. If you do not hear from us, it means you have not been successful on this occasion.
Please continue to express your interest in properties that are suitable for your needs. Projected to be ready to let in the first week of August.
Pets are considered in accordance with the Tenancy Management Policy. Pets may be considered with restrictions. For example, permission may be considered for a dog/cat.
Please visit the Platform Housing Group website for some frequently asked questions.
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