Summary - Shakespeare Road, Guiseley, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS20 LS20 9BR
2 bed 1 bath Apartment
Ready-to-move living with on-site management and communal facilities for over‑60s.
Chain-free ground-floor retirement apartment for over‑60s
Principal bedroom with fitted wardrobes and en‑suite shower
Well-equipped fitted kitchen and included furniture
Separate guest WC and useful hallway storage cupboards
Attractive communal gardens, courtyard, and residents' parking
On-site manager, communal facilities, lifts and CCTV secure entry
Leasehold: ~105 years remaining, ground rent £490 per year
Local area: above-average crime and higher area deprivation indicators
This ground-floor, two-bedroom retirement apartment on Shakespeare Road is offered chain-free and designed for over‑60s living. Located in a well-managed, purpose-built development in central Guiseley, the flat combines independent living with on-site support and communal facilities including a lounge, laundry, spa room and hair salon. Fitted furniture and a well-equipped kitchen reduce immediate moving costs and make the apartment ready to occupy.
The principal bedroom benefits from built-in wardrobes and an en‑suite with a walk‑in shower for easier access. The apartment sits within attractive, low‑maintenance communal gardens and has allocated off‑street parking. Access is straightforward from the ground floor, and the building features lifts, CCTV and secure entry for extra peace of mind.
Practical details to note: the property is leasehold (approximately 105 years remaining) with an annual ground rent of £490 and affordable council tax (Band C). Local area indicators show above‑average crime and higher area deprivation measures, which prospective buyers should consider alongside the convenience of central Guiseley amenities.
Overall this apartment suits someone seeking a low‑maintenance, community‑focused retirement home with on-site management and social facilities. There is potential value for a buyer wanting immediate occupancy without major refurbishment, though verify heating specification and service charges as some listing information differs on heating type.
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