Highgate, Kendal · LA9

Yard 119, Highgate

Flat 8, Yard 119, Highgate, Kendal, LA9 4EN

£115,000 ↓ 8.0% Under offer

Originally listed at £125,000

Agent's summary

Welcome to Flat 8, Yard 119, Highgate - a well-presented one-bedroom apartment offering an easy-to-manage layout in the heart of Kendal town centre, with delightful views across to Kendal Castle and The Helm. Ideal as a permanent residence or a convenient lock-up-and-leave home, the property is perfectly positioned to enjoy everything Kendal has to offer, including a wide range of shops, cafés, bars and eateries, as well as excellent transport links via the M6 motorway and Oxenholme Lake District train station.

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From Hackney & Leigh Sales & Lettings

The home, in the agent’s words

  • Well presented flat
  • Easy to manage livng space
  • Views across to Kendal Castle and the Helme
  • One double bedroom
  • Shower Room
  • Town centre location
  • Permit parking can be found close by
  • Gas central heating
  • No upward chain
  • Superfast Broadband speed *
Read the full agent description

Welcome to Flat 8, Yard 119, Highgate - a well-presented one-bedroom apartment offering an easy-to-manage layout in the heart of Kendal town centre, with delightful views across to Kendal Castle and The Helm. Ideal as a permanent residence or a convenient lock-up-and-leave home, the property is perfectly positioned to enjoy everything Kendal has to offer, including a wide range of shops, cafés, bars and eateries, as well as excellent transport links via the M6 motorway and Oxenholme Lake District train station.

Accessed via a iron spiral staircase, the apartment opens into an entrance hall providing space for coats, housing the wall-mounted gas boiler and giving access to both the shower room and the main living area.

The shower room is fitted with a modern three-piece suite comprising; a WC, wash hand basin and corner shower cubicle. Complemented by tiled walls, a radiator, extractor fan and space for towels.

The open-plan living space is light and welcoming, featuring two windows with attractive views, one overlooking Kendal Castle and the other towards The Helm in Oxenholme. Exposed wooden beams, downlights and stairs leading to the mezzanine bedroom add charm and character.

The living area flows seamlessly into a compact yet functional kitchen, fitted with wall and base units, worktops incorporating a sink with drainer, an integrated oven with four-ring gas hob and splashback, a concealed extractor fan and an under-counter fridge and washing machine.

Stairs from the living area lead up to the mezzanine bedroom, which enjoys a balcony overlooking the living space below. The bedroom comfortably accommodates a double bed and offers space for essential bedroom furniture such as wardrobes, bedside tables and drawers. Exposed beams and a Velux roof light window enhance the sense of space and natural light.

On-street and permit parking are available nearby. Offered for sale with no upward chain, Flat 8, Yard 119 presents an excellent opportunity for buyers seeking a characterful, centrally located home in one of Kendal's most desirable areas. Contact us today for further details or to arrange a viewing.

Accommodation with approximate dimensions:

Third Floor

Entrance Hall

Shower Room

Living Room 17' 7" x 9' 3" (5.38m x 2.82m)

Kitchen 7' 6" x 6' 3" (02.31m x 1.93m)

First Floor 17' 5" x 16' 2" (05.33m x 04.95m)

Bedroom

Parking; On-Street Parking. Permit parking can be found close by.

Property Information;

Tenure; Leasehold - 999 years from 3rd June 1987
Service charge - £800 per annum

Council Tax; Westmoreland & Furness - Band A

Services; Mains gas, mains water, mains electricity and mains drainage.

Energy Performance Certificate; The full Energy Performance Certificate is available on our website and also at any of our offices.

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Situated just off Highgate being close to the centre of the town, the Brewery Arts Centre and all amenities. The property can be found by proceeding through an arched gateway next to Colman and Colman hairdressers, continue through into the courtyard and Flat 8 can be found towards the rear up the spiral stairs case.

Viewings; Strictly by appointment with Hackney & Leigh.

Anti-Money Laundering regulations; Please note that when an offer is accepted on a property, we must follow government legislation and carry out identification checks on all buyers under the Anti-Money Laundering Regulations (AML). We use a specialist third-party company to carry out these checks at a charge of £60.00 (inc. VAT) per individual or £50.00 (incl. vat) per individual, if more than one person is involved in the purchase (provided all individuals pay in one transaction). The charge is non-refundable, and you will be unable to proceed with the purchase of the property until these checks have been completed. In the event the property is being purchased in the name of a company, the charge will be £150 (incl. vat).

Disclaimer; All permits to view and particulars are issued on the understanding that negotiations are conducted through the agency of Messrs. Hackney & Leigh Ltd. Properties for sale by private treaty are offered subject to contract. No responsibility can be accepted for any loss or expense incurred in viewing or in the event of a property being sold, let, or withdrawn. Please contact us to confirm availability prior to travel. These particulars have been prepared for the guidance of intending buyers. No guarantee of their accuracy is given, nor do they form part of a contract. *Broadband speeds estimated and checked by https://checker.ofcom.org.uk/en-gb/broadband-coverage on 22/01/2026.

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Connected for everyday life

74%

of homes in the postcode can access 100+ Mbps broadband.

Available speed bands
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100+ Mbps
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300+ Mbps
74%
1,000+ Mbps
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Ofcom · Jan 2026 · postcode LA9 4EN · residential premises

Getting about

0.6 miles

to Kendal Rail Station

Approximate straight-line distance · DfT NaPTAN · 13 Sept 2026

Background air quality

Fine particles · PM₂.₅
5.1 µg/m³ · Above the WHO guideline · well within the UK legal limit
Nitrogen dioxide · NO₂
5.1 µg/m³ · Meets the WHO guideline

Annual background levels. For scale: the WHO 2021 guideline is 5 µg/m³ for PM₂.₅ and 10 for NO₂; the UK legal limit is 20 and 40. Lower is better; this is a 1 km model, not a reading at the door.

Defra · 2024 annual model · 1 km area

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