1 bedroom flat to rent

*For those in need, hardship or distress*

Presenting a 1 bedroom, Grade II listed, first floor flat in Heslington. The Property is available through the Heslington Almshouse Charity, specifically for those currently in need, hardship or distress. All applications will be considered by the Trustees, with the property being offered to the most appropriate applicant. No decision will be made until after the Trustees have held a meeting to discuss the applications.

Please note, as the Property is an Almshouse, occupation will be permitted by a Letter of Appointment with no fixed term rather than an Assured Shorthold Tenancy. Any individual appointed will be a beneficiary of the Charity and not a tenant. There is a weekly maintenance contribution (not a rent) payable, of £125/week (£541.67pcm).

No pets allowed due to the nature of the property.

The accommodation comprises:

• One bedroom
• One bathroom
• Sitting room
• Kitchen
• Unfurnished
• Good sized garden
• No parking

This unfurnished, first floor flat briefly comprises a (steep) access staircase, a lounge, kitchen, bathroom, one bedroom, and a good sized garden. The occupier will be responsible for maintaining the garden, paying all utility and council tax bills, and internal decoration. No pets are allowed. There is no parking provided.

The Property benefits from gas central heating, mains water and mains electricity supply.

The application process will be as follows:

• Viewings will be by appointment only on Tuesday 14th May 2024.
• Application forms to be submitted to the clerk of the Charity (Gillian Wilsher, Carter Jonas) by 1 pm Friday 17th May 2024.
• All applications will be considered by the Trustees at a meeting following the viewing day.
• Occupation of the Property will be offered to the most appropriate applicant in accordance with the Heslington Almshouse Charity scheme for those in need, hardship or distress.