Knighton Park Road, Stoneygate, LE2

Some apartments just feel that little bit better put together.

This one in Knighton Court has the space, the setting and the sort of extras that make day-to-day living feel easy. It’s a beautifully presented one-bedroom apartment in Stoneygate, with a share of freehold, a garage, secure entrance, communal parking and grounds that are clearly looked after properly. Not only that but heating and hot-water is also included within the service charge.

Inside, the layout works really well. You come in through the secure communal entrance and up to the apartment itself, where the private hallway leads into a dining area with enough room for a proper table. Not one of those “technically you could squeeze a tiny bistro set in the corner” situations, an actual dining space. It gives the apartment a much more homely feel and keeps the living room free to be used as it should be.

The lounge sits towards the rear and is a real highlight. The bay window, side window and balcony door bring in loads of natural light, giving the room a bright, airy feel. There’s also access out to a small balcony area, which is a lovely bonus, especially if you like the idea of opening the doors on a warmer day and letting the outside in.

The kitchen is smart, modern and very well kept, with a good range of wall and base units, fitted appliances and a side window looking out towards the front gardens. There’s also useful additional cupboard space, currently housing the fridge, which helps keep the main kitchen area clean and practical.

The bedroom is a generous double with built-in wardrobes, so you’re not losing half the room to freestanding furniture. It also looks out towards the communal outside space, keeping that calm, tucked-away feel. The bathroom is equally well presented, with tiled walls, tiled flooring, bath with shower over, WC, wash hand basin and an opaque side window.

Outside, Knighton Court really helps sell the lifestyle. The communal grounds are attractive and well maintained, there’s residents’ and visitor parking, plus the added benefit of a single garage, something that is becoming harder to find with apartments in locations like this.

And then there’s the location. Stoneygate gives you that quieter, more established feel, while still keeping you close to the bits of Leicester people actually want to be near. Queens Road is nearby for cafés, restaurants and independent shops, Victoria Park is within easy reach, and Leicester city centre, the University of Leicester and the train station are all conveniently accessible.

For a first-time buyer, downsizer, professional or someone wanting a smart Leicester base in a genuinely strong location, this is a very tidy option.