St. Josephs, Howard Road, Walkley, Sheffield

GUIDE PRICE £325,000-£350,000 ** OVER 1,400 SQUARE FEET ** Tucked away in the heart of Walkley, part of the Birkendale Conservation Area, is this two double bedroom, two bath/shower room duplex apartment located within a Grade II listed, former school conversion. Dating back to 1889 and developed in 2006, retaining original features and charm, this attractive period school house is now occupied with five individual, unique properties. This private, gated development benefits from allocated parking, gas central heating, the original windows, high ceilings and generously proportioned accommodation.

Tastefully decorated throughout, the well presented living accommodation briefly comprises: enter through a porch with access into a downstairs WC. A door then opens into the kitchen which has Parquet flooring and a range of wall, base and drawer units with contrasting worktops which incorporate the sink and drainer. Integrated appliances including an electric oven, a four ring hob, washing machine and dishwasher. There is a large opening into the living area. This impressive space has a useful under stairs storage cupboard, partially panelled walls, plantation shutters on some windows and wood flooring, while the focal point is the feature fireplace.

A staircase rises to the first floor which has barrel vaulted ceilings and two bedrooms. The principal bedroom is a spacious double to the front aspect with large fitted sliding wardrobes and an en suite shower room which is fully tiled and has a WC and wash basin. Double bedroom two is to the rear and has fitted sliding wardrobes, fitted chest of drawers and an en suite bathroom which is fully tiled with a white three piece suite including bath, WC and wash basin.

Outside - This gated development has a rear courtyard which creates a private outdoor space with communal storeroom and allocated parking for two vehicles.

Location - Walkley is an incredibly popular district to the North West of Sheffield City Centre with easy access to Crookes, Broomhill, Hillsborough, and is in the right area to get quickly to the various hospitals and the main university campuses. With a local Asda supermarket on nearby South Road, some great local independent shops at Walkley and Crookesmoor, and being situated on a good bus route, there are some excellent local amenities. It's also a convenient position for access to the M1 motorway network and the glorious outdoor space of the Peak District.

Material Information - The property is Leasehold with a term of 200 years running from the 1st October 2005.
The property is currently Council Tax Band C.

Valuer - Chris Spooner