1 bed flat for sale

Acomb Road, York, North Yorkshire YO24

A newly updated and re-decorated one-bedroom second-floor retirement apartment built by the highly regarded McCarthy & Stone, specialists in quality retirement living. Exclusively for the over 60s, Fairfax Court offers a serviced lift, attractive communal gardens, resident and visitor parking, a House Manager, residents' lounge, laundry room and guest suite for visiting family and friends.

The current owners speak warmly of the lifestyle their mother enjoyed here, describing Fairfax Court as a place where she made lasting friendships, gained greater independence and truly thrived.

Ideally positioned on the second floor, the apartment enjoys a pleasant front-facing outlook, allowing residents to watch the world go by, while its location is close to the lift, house manager and laundry facilities offers exceptional convenience.

The apartment itself comprises an entrance hallway with a large storage cupboard, a spacious lounge/dining room with a feature electric fire set within a white surround and new carpeting, plus glazed double doors leading to the newly fitted kitchen. The kitchen features a range of wall and base units with wooden worktops, an electric hob with extractor, oven/grill and fridge freezer. The base units have been specially designed with pull-out shelves to enhance accessibility.

The double bedroom benefits from fitted wardrobes and new carpets, while the bathroom is fitted with a cream suite, shower over the bath and tiled walls.

The apartment has wall-mounted electric heating, double glazing and an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating of C.

Fairfax Court is tucked away off York Road in Acomb, just 1.4 miles west of York city centre. Acomb's bustling shopping centre is only 0.3 miles away and offers a wide range of local amenities including supermarkets, banks, pharmacies, a doctor's surgery, bakers and butchers. There is a frequent bus service to and from the city centre, while nearby West Bank Park, just 500 yards away, provides a lovely green space for leisurely walks.
Council tax

Band B 2026/2027 Approx. £1,766.
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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We endeavour to make our particulars accurate and reliable, however, they do not constitute or form part of an offer or any contract and none is to be relied upon as statements of representation or fact. The services, systems and appliances listed in this specification have not been tested by us and no guarantee as to their operating ability or efficiency is given. All photographs and measurements have been taken as a guide only and are not precise. Floor plans where included are not to scale and accuracy is not guaranteed. If you require clarification or further information on any points, please contact us, especially if you are traveling some distance to view. Potential purchasers: Fixtures and fittings other than those mentioned are to be agreed with the seller. Potential tenants: All properties are available for a minimum length of time, with the exception of short term accommodation. Please contact the branch for details. 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.

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