Summary - THE PENTHOUSE, BIBA HOUSE, ST SAVIOURS PLACE YO1 7PJ
2 bed 2 bath Apartment
Spacious two-bedroom penthouse with parking, concierge and long lease in York city centre.
Two double bedrooms, each with ensuite bathroom
Open-plan living/dining/kitchen with large floor-to-ceiling windows
Secure allocated off-street parking space and basement storage cage
Concierge service and lift to all floors for added convenience
Long lease (circa 990 years) — leasehold ownership
Service charge high at approx. £4,706 per year; ground rent £350 pa
Council Tax Band F — noted as expensive for buyers
Local area records higher-than-average crime; timber-frame, low insulation assumed
Set within the converted Biba House on St Saviourgate, this two-bedroom penthouse apartment delivers city-centre living with contemporary finishes and practical comforts. The open-plan living, large windows and integrated kitchen create a bright, sociable heart to the home, while two ensuite bedrooms suit sharers or a small family wanting private facilities.
Practical benefits include a secure allocated parking space, basement storage cage, lift access and a concierge service. The property comes with a very long lease (circa 990 years), mains gas heating and an EPC rating of C — a straightforward, low-maintenance layout for everyday urban life.
Notable costs and local factors are presented plainly: the service charge is high (approx. £4,706pa) and ground rent £350pa, and the property is in Council Tax band F. The immediate area records a higher crime rate than average, and parts of the building fabric are timber-frame with assumed low insulation, which may affect future running costs or improvement plans.
This apartment will appeal to city professionals, downsizers seeking central convenience, or investors looking for a well-located, turnkey apartment near York Minster and transport links. Viewings are recommended to appreciate the light, room proportions and the advantages of in-building amenities before weighing the ongoing service and tax costs.
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