Penthouse Apartment, 61, Icona 2, York City Centre

Listed 9 Apr 2026 · price reduced 28 Aug 2026 · York
An exceptional two-bedroom duplex penthouse featuring an expansive roof terrace, set within an iconic building just moments from the city centre and offering excellent access to the station
Description
616 Westgate is located in one of the most desirable areas of the historic city of York, offering easy access to riverside walks, the train station, and the city centre.
This prestigious development offers a perfect blend of functionality and luxury, featuring a concierge service, secure parking, lifts, a video entry system, CCTV, and underground bicycle storage.
This impressive duplex apartment is arranged over two floors and extends to over 1450 sq. ft. Upon entering, you are welcomed into a spacious entrance hall, setting the tone for the size throughout.
At the heart of this apartment is a stunning open-plan kitchen, dining, and living area with floor-to-ceiling windows that flood the space with natural light and offer beautiful views of the River Ouse, Minster and Museum Gardens. The kitchen is finished to a good standard with premium appliances and granite worktops, flowing seamlessly into the generous living area — perfect for both everyday living and entertaining.
The principal bedroom is exceptionally spacious, enjoying an abundance of natural light and river views, and is complemented by fitted wardrobes and a good sized en suite bathroom. There is a large second double bedroom, house bathroom and a useful third room which would make an ideal study, office or large storage area.
Externally the property benefits large balcony overlooking the river, museum gardens and Minster.
Location
Westgate Apartments is a sought-after development nestled between the River Ouse and the memorial gardens, just outside the historic walls of York centre, which provides the ultimate contemporary living experience.
The apartment building is perfectly positioned just outside the city’s historic walls and is close to York Theatre Royal, the Art Gallery, York Minster, Bettys Tea Rooms and the famous Shambles along with a range of local cafes, shops, restaurants, public houses, supermarkets and further landmark attractions.
Located beside the River Ouse is York City Rowing Club (about 0.2 mile), York Pilates Space and The Perky Peacock, a cosy café in a medieval tower. Further along is Rowntree Park (about one mile) with café, playground, tennis and basketball courts.
Across the River is the Museum Gardens, the library, the award winning The Star Inn the City by Andrew Pern and the Michelin-starred restaurant, Roots, by Tommy Banks. In addition, there is Skosh by Neil Bentinck which also boasts a Michelin-star, positioned on popular Micklegate, which is about half a mile from Westgate Apartments and has a number of independent shops, pubs, cafes and hairdressers.
Square Footage: 1,456 sq ft Leasehold with approximately 974 years remaining.
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Median sold prices in YO26 over the last 12 months: semi-detached £305k · terraced £250k · detached £485k · flat £171k.
| Address | Type | Sold | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 109 Westgate Apartments, Leeman Road York YO26 4ZF | Flat Leasehold | 23 Sept 2026 | £142,500 |
| 407 Westgate Apartments, Leeman Road York YO26 4ZP | Flat Leasehold | 2 Jul 2026 | £350,000 |
| 520 Westgate Apartments, Leeman Road York YO26 4ZP | Flat Leasehold | 15 Jun 2026 | £930,000 |
| Apartment 1.10a, Westgate Apartments, Leeman Road York YO26 4ZF | Flat Leasehold | 12 Jun 2026 | £290,000 |
| 512 Westgate Apartments, Leeman Road York YO26 4ZP | Flat Leasehold | 24 Mar 2026 | £325,000 |
| 310 Westgate Apartments, Leeman Road York YO26 4ZF | Flat Leasehold | 19 Dec 2025 | £380,000 |
| 507 Westgate Apartments, Leeman Road York YO26 4ZP | Flat Leasehold | 28 Mar 2025 | £352,266 |
| 318 Westgate Apartments, Leeman Road York YO26 4ZF | Flat Leasehold | 22 Nov 2024 | £347,500 |
| 110 Leeman Road York YO26 4WT | Flat Leasehold | 12 Apr 2024 | £190,000 |
| 106 Leeman Road York YO26 4WT | Flat Leasehold | 27 Mar 2024 | £197,000 |
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Listed by Savills, York on Rightmove (original listing). First listed 9 Apr 2026; details checked 7 Nov 2026. Latest change: reduced on 28/08/2026.
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