Characterful one-bedroom flat with lift access and long lease, chain free.
Grade II listed building with period stone facade
A bright, upper-floor one-bedroom apartment in a Grade II listed building, offered with no onward chain and a long lease (975 years). The flat combines period exterior character with up-to-date interior finishes: a separate double bedroom, contemporary bathroom and a fitted kitchen. Lift access makes the upper-floor position practical for everyday living.
The property is sold as a share of freehold, giving greater control over management compared with a standard leasehold. Service charges average £1,650 per year; council tax is low. Heating is electric with a boiler and radiators; windows have secondary glazing. The apartment’s size is average at around 526 sq ft — well suited to a single professional or a first-time buyer seeking city-centre convenience or an investor targeting strong rental demand in a student/cosmopolitan area.
Buyers should note the material drawbacks plainly. The building’s listed status means alterations may be restricted and can complicate repairs or refurbishment. The neighbourhood records higher-than-average crime levels, and the building’s heritage nature may lead to specialist maintenance and potentially higher costs. Secondary glazing and electric heating suggest some ongoing running cost considerations compared with modern systems.
Overall, this is a compact, characterful city-centre residence that suits someone valuing location, period features and hands-on ownership via share of freehold — provided they accept listed-building constraints and the area’s urban realities.