Summary - CHURCH SQUARE MANSIONS FLAT 42 CHURCH SQUARE HARROGATE HG1 4SS
2 bed 2 bath Apartment
Park-facing two-bedroom home with private lift and allocated parking, ideal for over-55s.
- Private lift entrance directly into the apartment
- Large reception room and principal bedroom with Stray views
- Two bedrooms, en-suite and separate shower room
- Study/office with sky window adds flexible space
- Allocated basement parking space (resident car park included)
- Long lease (999 years) and fast broadband
- Electric night storage heating; potentially higher running costs
- Quarterly service charge approx £931.74; budget for annual increases
This light-filled penthouse apartment occupies the second (top) floor of Church Square Mansions and offers private lift access directly into the reception hall — a genuine convenience for anyone seeking easy, step-free entry. The large sitting room and principal bedroom enjoy direct views over the adjacent Stray, bringing a leafy, parkland aspect into the living space. The layout includes a fitted kitchen, a useful study/office with a sky window, two bedrooms, an en-suite bathroom and a separate shower room, arranged over a comfortable 864 sq ft.
Designed for those aged 55 and over, the development provides well-maintained communal gardens, resident facilities and an allocated basement parking space. The long lease (original 999 years) and fast local broadband add practical appeal for downsizers who want a low-hassle base in central Harrogate, within easy walking distance of shops, cafes and transport links.
There are a few material points to note. Heating is by electric night storage heaters, which can be costly compared with gas or modern electric systems. Internal decor is dated in places (1980s fittings and styling) and may suit buyers willing to update finishes. The property is leasehold: current service charges are £931.74 per quarter (approximately £3,726.96 per year) plus a quarterly ground rent of £97.50 and car park charges; these sums increase annually and should be budgeted for.
In summary, this apartment is a comfortable, well-located retirement home with park views, private lift access and allocated parking. It will suit purchasers seeking an easy-care, characterful residence close to Harrogate town centre who are comfortable with leasehold running costs and minor modernisation.
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