Getting on the property ladder is becoming increasingly difficult and getting a mortgage can seem like an impossible task.

Renting is a much more flexible option- and there are some affordable flats right here in York.

Here are the cheapest flats and studios to rent in York, according to Zoopla.

Longfield Terrace
£530 per month

York Press: Longfield Terrace (Photo: Zoopla, Churchills)Longfield Terrace (Photo: Zoopla, Churchills)

Want to live in an attractive period property?

This studio has a double bed and contemporary fittings and appliances- best of all, all additional bills are included in your rent.

However, it has a communal kitchen and lounge so keep this in mind before you enquire.

If you want to live here, a holding deposit of £122 and a deposit of £610 is required.

View Zoopla’s property listing to learn more.

Front Street, Acomb
£600 per month

York Press: A "retro" bedroom in the flat (Photo: Zoopla, Churchills)A "retro" bedroom in the flat (Photo: Zoopla, Churchills)

This two bed property is available to rent now.

It is fully furnished and has a “retro” aesthetic. It also has a “spacious” living room, with one double bedroom and one single.

A holding deposit (a maximum of 1 week's rent) and a regular deposit (a maximum deposit of 5 weeks' rent for annual rent below £50,000, or 6 weeks' rent for annual rental of £50,000 and above) are required.

To learn more, visit the Zoopla listing.

Abbots Mews, Marygate Lane
£625 per month

York Press: Marygate Lane property (Photo: Zoopla, Carter Jonas)Marygate Lane property (Photo: Zoopla, Carter Jonas)

New to Zoopla is this one bedroom studio.

The propert comprises of a modern kitchen, with an electric hob and oven.

he bedroom has a built in wardrobe and the shower room has a walk in shower.

A holding deposit of £144 and tenancy deposit of £720 will be required.

To learn more about this property, visit Zoopla.

Gillygate
£625 per month

York Press: A kitchen in the property (Photo: Zoopla, Ashtons)A kitchen in the property (Photo: Zoopla, Ashtons)

This unfurnished ground floor flat is ideally located near the city centre.

It also has an open plan lounge, with one bedroom and a shower room.

The kitchen is modern and fitted with an electric oven, washer/dryer and fridge/freezer.

Clarence Street
£650 per month

York Press: Clarence Street (Photo: Open Rent, Zoopla)Clarence Street (Photo: Open Rent, Zoopla)

Looking for a one bedroom studio to rent?

This one is fully furnished and ideal for students.

Best of all, there are no administration or agency fees- but you may be asked to pay a holding fee when you start your application.

This Zoopla property is available to rent from 6th August.

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