Summary - 5 Waterfront House, Clementhorpe YO23 1PL
1 bed 1 bath Ground Flat
Ground-floor city apartment with stunning river views and gated parking.
Riverside location with Juliet balcony views over the Ouse
Set directly on the River Ouse, this ground-floor one-bedroom apartment delivers clear riverside appeal and easy access to York city centre. Both the living room and bedroom benefit from Juliet balconies and scenic views across the water and Skeldergate Bridge — a strong visual draw for renters or a compact city-base owner.
The layout provides a bright living room, separate fitted kitchen with integrated appliances, a generous double bedroom and a bathroom with shower over bath. The property is vacant and chain-free, with secure gated allocated parking and a communal bike store — practical assets for both tenants and owner-occupiers. The 999-year lease from 1999 (circa 973 years remaining) makes this a long leasehold holding; current service charge is £1,724.20 per annum and there is no ground rent.
Buyers should note material negatives clearly: the area is flagged as high flood risk and the building was constructed circa 1900–1929 with solid brick walls likely without cavity insulation. Heating is by electric storage heaters and main fuel is electricity, which may increase running costs compared with gas-heated properties. Crime statistics for the immediate area are recorded as very high — relevant for lettings and insurance considerations.
For investors, the combination of riverside location, city-centre proximity and a proven rental track record suggests continuing demand, though premiums for flood insurance and potential upgrade costs (insulation, heating) should be factored into purchase and refurbishment budgets. For an owner-occupier seeking a compact riverside city base, this offers convenience and views but will likely require energy-efficiency improvements to reduce running costs.
1 bedroom apartment for sale in Clementhorpe, York, YO23 — £250,000 • 1 bed • 1 bath • 518 ft²
2 bedroom apartment for sale in Clementhorpe, York, YO23 — £450,000 • 2 bed • 2 bath • 898 ft²
3 bedroom town house for sale in Browney Croft, Fishergate, York YO10 4BX, YO10 — £395,000 • 3 bed • 2 bath • 1204 ft²
2 bedroom apartment for sale in Marlborough Grove, York, YO10 4AX, YO10 — £450,000 • 2 bed • 2 bath • 970 ft²
3 bedroom town house for sale in Postern House, Postern Close, York, YO23 — £685,000 • 3 bed • 2 bath • 1497 ft²
1 bedroom apartment for sale in Navigation Road, York, YO1 — £225,000 • 1 bed • 1 bath • 486 ft²
