1 bed flat for sale Acomb Road, York, North Yorkshire, YO24

1 bed 1 bath Flat

Retirement home Leasehold

Added on 16/09/2026

About this property

A newly updated and re-decorated one-bedroom second-floor retirement apartment built by the highly regarded McCarthy & Stone, specialists in quality retirement living. Exclusively for the over 60s, Fairfax Court offers a serviced lift, attractive communal gardens, resident and visitor parking, a House Manager, residents' lounge, laundry room and guest suite for visiting family and friends. The current owners speak warmly of the lifestyle their mother enjoyed here, describing Fairfax Court as a place where she made lasting friendships, gained greater independence and truly thrived.

Key features

Newly updated and redecorated one-bedroom second floor retirement apartment built by McCarthy & Stone, specialists in modern retirement living.
Exclusively for residents aged 60 and over, with a serviced lift providing easy access to all floors.
House Manager on-site to assist residents and ensure smooth day-to-day running of the development.
Attractive communal facilities including a residents’ lounge, laundry room, and guest suite for visiting family or friends.
Beautifully maintained communal gardens with resident and visitor parking available.
Spacious lounge/dining room with new carpet, feature electric fire, and front-facing window providing natural light.
Glazed double doors open to a newly fitted kitchen with modern units, wooden worktops, electric hob, oven/grill, extractor, and fridge freezer.
Double bedroom featuring fitted wardrobes and new carpet.
Bathroom/WC with shower over bath and fully tiled walls.
Situated just 1.4 miles from York city centre and 0.3 miles from Acomb shops, close to West Bank Park and regular bus routes, offering convenience and an active community lifestyle.

Floorplan

Location

Acomb Road, York, North Yorkshire, YO24

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Council tax band: B

Mortgage and stamp duty

Property price £120,000

£60k £180k

Deposit10% £12,000

£0 £120k

Interest rate 4.5%

0.5% 15%

Repayment period 25 years

5 years 40 years

A £108,000 mortgage. Most lenders would want a household income of about £24,000 to support it.

A guide only, for a capital repayment mortgage. The rate you are offered and what you can borrow depend on your circumstances and a full application with a lender or broker. Your home may be repossessed if you do not keep up repayments on your mortgage.