The Hastings, Lancaster | A Bright Apartment with Views Towards the Bay

The Location

The Hastings sits within the Greaves area of South Lancaster, a position that continues to attract a wide range of buyers thanks to its convenience and connectivity. Set just off the main A6, this is a location where getting around is straightforward, whether you’re heading into the city centre, commuting further afield or travelling towards the universities. Regular bus routes run close by, making day-to-day travel easy, while the nearby Spar and local amenities mean everyday essentials are always within reach.

What makes this setting particularly appealing is its proximity to key employers and facilities. The Royal Lancaster Infirmary, University of Cumbria, and city centre are just short walks away, and Lancaster University is easily accessible via bus and bicycle routes, making this property especially attractive to medical professionals and academics. In addition to its practical position, the area is close to Greaves Park and has a settled, residential feel, with a mix of homeowners and tenants creating a balanced neighbourhood that works equally well for first-time buyers, professionals and investors.

The Property

Set within a characterful building, this first-floor apartment immediately stands out for its corner position and the amount of natural light it draws in. The large windows are a real feature, flooding the rooms with light, bringing an openness to the main living spaces and framing far-reaching views stretching towards Morecambe Bay and, on clearer days, the Lakeland Hills.

The living room offers a comfortable and flexible space, with plenty of room for both seating and dining, creating a space that works just as well for quiet evenings as it does for having friends over. The kitchen sits just off the living room and is fitted with cream shaker-style units, offering a practical layout with good worktop space and storage.

Both bedrooms are well-proportioned doubles, giving flexibility for how the space is used, whether as sleeping accommodation, a home office or a guest room. The original coloured three-piece bathroom suite remains well maintained and functional.

Storage has been carefully considered, with a useful cupboard off the hallway providing space for coats, cleaning items and general day-to-day storage. The overall feel is clean and ready to move into, with recent redecoration in neutral tones allowing a buyer to settle in straight away.

Material Information

• No Chain

• Council Tax Band: B

• Tenure: Leasehold (964 years remaining)

• Service Charge: £150 per month

• Ground Rent: £0

• Heating: Electric with immersion heater and hot water cylinder (installed June 2023)

• EPC Rating: C

• On-street parking available

• Five designated visitor parking spaces

Key Features

• A bright corner apartment where natural light fills the living spaces throughout the day

• Elevated views stretching out towards Morecambe Bay and the distant Lakeland Hills

• A living room that comfortably balances space for relaxing and dining

• Two double bedrooms offering flexibility for working from home or hosting guests

• Neutral, recently refreshed interiors which are ready to move into

• A practical kitchen layout with classic shaker-style units and good storage

• A well-connected location ideal for hospital staff, university links and city access

• A home that suits both owner-occupiers and investors looking for a reliable setting

Parking - On street

Five designated visitor parking spaces.