1-bedroom flat · YO24 4HS
Sold STCReduced £5k (−4%) on 29 JulListed 361 days
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About
A newly updated and re-decorated 1 bedroom second floor retirement apartment built by the highly regarded McCarthy and Stone, who specialise in modern living for the retired.
The property is for the over 60’s and has a serviced lift, attractive lawned communal gardens, both resident and visitor parking and is situated close to the shops and amenities along Front Street.
There is a House Manager to assist residents and communal facilities including a lounge, laundry room and guest bedroom available to visitors who may wish to stay overnight.
Once in the apartment itself, there is an entrance hallway with large store cupboard.
The spacious lounge/dining room has a window overlooking the front, a feature electric fire in a white surround and new carpet.
Glazed double doors open into the kitchen, which also overlooks the front and is newly fitted with a range of wall and base units with wooden worktops, an electric hob, overhead extractor, oven/grill and a fridge freezer.
The base units have been specially designed with pull-out shelves to enhance accessibility. There is also a double bedroom with fitted wardrobes and new carpets.
The bathroom/WC has a shower over the bath and tiled walls. The property has wall mounted electric heaters, double glazing and an energy performance rating (EPC) of C.
Fairfax Court is tucked away off York Road in Acomb only 1.4 miles west of York city centre.
The shops in the centre of Acomb are 0.3 miles west offering a wide range of handy local amenities including supermarkets, banks, pharmacies, doctor's surgery, bakers, and butchers.
There is a frequent bus service to and from the city centre and residents may also enjoy strolling through nearby West Bank Park which is located 0.4 miles east. Council tax Band B.
2025/2026 approximately £1,680. Lease details Lease length – 125 years from 01/06/2000 Ground Rent - £361.92 payable half yearly. Service charge - £1498.25 payable half yearly.
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A security deposit of at least one month’s rent is required. Rent is to be paid one month in advance. It is the tenant’s responsibility to insure any personal possessions.
Payment of all utilities including water rates or metered supply and Council Tax is the responsibility of the tenant in most cases. QYO250558/8
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