Summary - Flat 1, 20 York Place, LEEDS LS1 2EX
1 bed 1 bath Apartment
Large, renovated one-bed with character in the heart of Leeds.
- Spacious open-plan living/kitchen, high ceilings, abundant natural light
- Generous one-bedroom layout (approx. 614 sq ft)
- Newly renovated with contemporary kitchen and shower room
- Grade II listed — consent may be required for alterations
- Leasehold: approx. 245 years remaining; ground rent £190
- Electric room heaters (no gas central heating) may raise running costs
- Council Tax band D; city-centre location with excellent connectivity
- Located in a student-heavy area with very high local crime levels
This bright one-bedroom apartment sits on the first floor of a small Grade II listed conversion in Leeds city centre, directly overlooking York Place. The open-plan living and kitchen area is unusually generous for a one-bed (approx. 614 sq ft), with high ceilings, large sash-style windows and contemporary finishes — ideal for entertaining or open-plan living. The property is presented newly renovated and available with no onward chain.
Practical running costs are straightforward: electric heating via room heaters and a moderate council tax (band D). The long lease (circa 245 years remaining) and modest ground rent (£190) offer tenure security. The flat is well placed for city amenities, transport links and nearby universities, making it suitable for a first-time buyer or investor seeking a central, low-maintenance home.
Buyers should note the Grade II listed status may restrict alterations and could make some alterations more complex or costly. The property is in a cosmopolitan, student-heavy neighbourhood with very high local crime levels reported — an important consideration for buyers prioritising security. Heating is electric room heaters rather than central gas, which may affect running costs for some buyers.
Overall this is a spacious, stylish city-centre apartment that balances period character with modern fittings. It will suit someone wanting a low-maintenance, centrally located home or an investor targeting strong city-centre demand, provided they accept listed-building constraints and the urban context.
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