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For saleReduced 16 Sept 2026
£235,000Offers over

Peter Lane, York, North Yorkshire, YO1 8SU

2bedrooms
2bathrooms
Apartmenttype
860sq ft
Leaseholdtenure

Listed 28 Jul 2026 · price reduced 16 Sept 2026 · York

How the price compares

This home£235,000£273 per sq ft
Median 2 bed in YO1£300k30 homes listed · £385 per sq ft
Difference-22%below the area median

Key features

  • Second floor apartment
  • Large open-plan kitchen, living and dining room
  • Two bedrooms, two bathrooms
  • Lift
  • Within the heart of the city
  • An ideal residence, lock up and leave, or as an investment property.
  • EPC Rating = B

About this home

A prime city centre residence perfect for lock-and-leave living or as an investment opportunity.

Description

Popeshead Court offers convenience along with modern open plan living, two double bedrooms and is ideally positioned in a tucked away location right in the centre of the city.

This second floor flat is reached by via a staircase or lift. The entrance hallway with store cupboard leads to a generous sitting/dining room with a well fitted kitchen incorporating integrated cooker, fridge, freezer and dishwasher.

The principal bedroom benefits from built in wardrobes and an en suite shower room, while the second bedroom is served by a fully tiled family bathroom.

Location

Popes Head Court occupies a central position in the heart of the city. The historic city walls encompass a dynamic and charming centre, with an array of independent shops, national brands, restaurants, coffee bars and other amenities. Notably, there is York Theatre Royal, City Screen, The Opera House, the Art Gallery, Bettys Tea Rooms and the famous Shambles.

The Museum Gardens lie to the north west, set in the magnificent surroundings of the ruins of St Mary’s Abbey.

In addition to some superb pubs and bars , there are many fine eateries in the city centre including The Star Inn the City (Andrew Pern), Roots (Tommy Banks), Skosh (Neil Bentnick).

York railway station is about half a mile away and offers regular services to major cities including Manchester, Edinburgh and London with some journeys taking less than two hours to Kings Cross. The A64 ring road is about three miles from the city centre giving access to Leeds, the A1(M) and the wider motorway.

The city offers a diverse range of primary and secondary schools including Scarcroft Primary School (Academy), All Saints RC School (Academy) and Millthorpe School (Academy). Nationally renowned Independent schools include The Mount, St Peter's (Guy Fawkes alma mater) and Bootham.

Please note all distances and travel times are approximate.

Square Footage: 860 sq ft Leasehold with approximately 977 years remaining.

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Property details

Property type
Apartment
Size
860 sq ft / 80 sq m
Council tax band
TBC
Tenure
Leasehold
Lease remaining
977 years left
Ground rent
£150 per year (Ask agent about the review period)
Service charge
£3,722 per year
Garden
Yes

Floorplan

Floorplan

Location

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  • York Station0.5 mi
  • Poppleton Station3.0 mi

What nearby homes sold for

Median sold prices in YO1 over the last 12 months: flat £230k · terraced £475k · semi-detached £495k.

AddressTypeSoldPrice
Flat 1, Popes Head Court, Peter Lane
York YO1 8SU
Flat
Leasehold
26 Feb 2026£239,950
Flat 11, Popes Head Court, Peter Lane
York YO1 8SU
Flat
Leasehold
19 Dec 2025£250,000
Apartment 6, Spurriergate House, Peter Lane
York YO1 8SZ
Flat
Leasehold
29 Sept 2025£225,000
Apartment 2, Spurriergate House, Peter Lane
York YO1 8SZ
Flat
Leasehold
29 Sept 2025£250,000
Flat 17, Popes Head Court, Peter Lane
York YO1 8SU
Flat
Leasehold
28 Mar 2025£145,000
Flat 21, Popes Head Court, Peter Lane
York YO1 8SU
Flat
Leasehold
19 Dec 2024£290,000
Flat 24, Popes Head Court, Peter Lane
York YO1 8SU
Flat
Leasehold
30 Oct 2024£175,000

Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2026. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. All sales in YO1

Buying costs

Monthly repayment£1,176£23,500 deposit · £211,500 loan
Stamp Duty£2,200England rates

Estimates only, using rates in force from April 2025. Check GOV.UK, Revenue Scotland or the Welsh Revenue Authority and speak to a mortgage adviser before you offer.

Listed by Savills, York on Rightmove (original listing). First listed 28 Jul 2026; details checked 7 Nov 2026. Latest change: reduced on 16/09/2026.

Agent disclaimer

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