Shire Oak Road, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS6

A DELIGHTFUL TWO BED FIRST FLOOR APARTMENT forming part of historic ‘Redhill’, a Grade II listed Arts & Crafts residence situated on a pretty tree lined cul-de-sac in central Headingley. Leasehold for a term of 999 years from 1978. Service Charge: £1803 for 2025. Ground Rent: NIL. Council Tax Band C.

GENERAL
Noted for its special architectural and historic interest, Grade II listed ‘Redhill’ was built circa 1900, designed by Bedford and Kitson and regarded as one of their finest Arts and Crafts houses. The building was sympathetically converted into 6 apartments in the late 1970’s. Accessed via a welcoming communal staircase, this apartment is located on the first floor and retains many original features – internal panelled doors, fireplaces and windows to the front elevation. Briefly comprises: a private entrance hall with a stained glass panel door, a south-facing lounge with a period fireplace/surround, a separate kitchen, a guest WC, a modern bathroom with separate shower cubicle and two bedrooms – the main bedroom is especially spacious and features a wall of fitted wardrobes and a period fireplace/surround. The property has neutral décor and floor coverings throughout, benefits from gas central heating and a single garage (en bloc), plus use of the communal gardens. With the vibrant amenities of Headingley just a short stroll away, and with the advantage of NO ONWARD CHAIN, this is a wonderful opportunity to purchase in a very desirable Headingley location. EARLY VIEWING IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.

AREA
Headingley is a vibrant suburb of north Leeds, located approximately 3 miles out of the city centre. Shire Oak Road is just a short stroll to the amenities on Otley Road, offering a wide range of shops, supermarkets, restaurants, bars, schools and leisure facilities. Transport links are within walking distance, with bus routes into ‘town and beyond’ easily accessible. Burley Park & Headingley train stations are approx. 15-20 minutes’ walk away, and the open spaces of Meanwood Park, Meanwood Valley Trail, Beckett Park and Woodhouse Ridge are all on the doorstep.

GROUND FLOOR
COMMUNAL ENTRANCE HALL
With stairs to the upper floors, this is a welcoming communal entrance space. with original wall panelling.

FIRST FLOOR
PRIVATE ENTRANCE HALL
Having an original front door with a charming feature stained glass panel, together with original wall panelling. Gives access to all rooms.

RECEPTION ROOM
Located at the front of the property and having a carpeted floor and an original fireplace/surround. Original wood framed windows with leaded glass panes.

KITCHEN
Having a comprehensive range of attractive wall and base units to both sides, with complementary work surfaces and splash tiling above. Integrated electric oven and hob, plumbing for a dishwasher and floor space for an upright fridge/freezer. This room features the original wood frame window with leaded glass.

BEDROOM ONE (DOUBLE)
A generous main bedroom with an oriel bay window, a carpeted floor, fitted wardrobes and two walk in closets set within the bay. There is an original fireplace (currently boarded over) and wood surround.

BEDROOM TWO (SINGLE)
This room has a carpeted floor and will accommodate a single bed, although it would also make a very comfortable home office. This room has a uPVC double glazed window.

GUEST WC
Comprising a low level WC and washbasin/vanity unit. This room benefits from a uPVC window fitted with privacy glass.

BATHROOM
Comprising a panelled bath with splash tiling above, a separate shower cubicle with a plumbed shower and a pedestal washbasin. There is a cupboard with plumbing for a washing machine, and this is where the wall mounted gas central heating boiler is located. This room benefits from a uPVC window fitted with privacy glass.

OUTSIDE
Set behind electric gates, within well maintained communal gardens, there is a long driveway that leads to the rear of the building which is where the communal entrance for this apartment is located. This property benefits from a single garage (en bloc). There is also unrestricted on street parking readily available on Shire Oak Road.

MATERIAL INFORMATION:
TENURE
Leasehold for a term of 999 years from 1978.

SERVICE CHARGE
Our seller advises this is £1803 for 2025, collected monthly at £150.25 per calendar month.

GROUND RENT
NIL.

BROADBAND/MOBILE SIGNAL & COVERAGE
BROADBAND is available in this area / MOBILE SIGNAL & COVERAGE is available in this area.

FLOOD RISK & PLANNING PERMISSION
FLOOD RISK – not known to be an issue / PLANNING PERMISSION – none in the immediate area.

COUNCIL TAX BAND C