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See how verdicts work1-bedroom flat · YO26 4ZF
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About
Located within the ever-popular Westgate Apartments development, ideally positioned for both York city centre and the railway station, this beautifully presented first-floor apartment has been immaculately maintained and thoughtfully updated by the current owner.
Offering stylish, turnkey accommodation, it is sure to appeal to first-time buyers, professionals and investors alike.
Accessed via a secure communal entrance with concierge service, the apartment can be reached by either lift or stairs and opens into a welcoming entrance hall.
From here, the accommodation flows into a bright and spacious living and dining room, where a large window allows an abundance of natural light to fill the space.
Finished with attractive herringbone-style flooring and benefiting from bespoke built-in cabinetry, this room provides a comfortable and versatile living environment.
The contemporary kitchen is fitted with a range of modern wall and base units, offering excellent storage alongside integrated appliances and quality work surfaces.
The generous double bedroom provides ample space for a variety of furniture arrangements, while the accommodation is completed by a stylish three-piece bathroom fitted with modern fixtures and fittings.
Externally, the property benefits from an allocated parking space, a rare and valuable feature for such a central location.
Combining convenience, style and low-maintenance living, this superb apartment presents an excellent opportunity for a range of buyers and is expected to generate strong interest.
Early viewing is highly recommended.
Leasehold Length of lease- 975 years remaining Ground rent - £150 per annum Service Charge- £2,508 per annum Council Tax Band- C Anti-Money Laundering Compliance We are legally required to conduct Anti Money Laundering checks on all purchasers, sellers, and giftors.
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 and per giftor 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.
Value & comps
No previous sales on record.
Returns
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