Northwood says ..
A bright and spacious first floor retirement flat forming part of this exclusive and popular development, built by Bovis Homes, within an easy level walk of the shopping facilities in the city centre.
Property Oracle says ..
This one-bedroom retirement flat in St Albans’ Beaumonds development presents a reasonable proposition for prospective buyers within its target demographic. The property’s central location in St Albans is a major plus point, offering easy access to shops, amenities, and excellent transport links. The proximity of highly-rated schools such as Alban City and Loreto College would be appealing to families or those considering the property as an investment. St Albans City train station is less than a kilometer away offering convenient transport links to London and beyond. The communal gardens provide some welcome outdoor space.
However, potential buyers need to be aware that the interior décor appears somewhat dated and could benefit from a refresh. While clean, the overall style and fixtures, including the pink carpeting, would likely require updating to modern tastes. The images do not show any evidence of significant damage or deterioration but the overall condition is in-line with its pricing. The lack of private outdoor space is another factor that might influence buyer decisions. Ultimately, the property’s value is likely to depend on the buyer’s priorities and preferences. Comparable nearby properties are listed at a similar price range, which supports the asking price as being broadly in line with the market, but not particularly excellent value. The absence of square footage data limits a more precise valuation analysis.
Therefore, we give this property 6 / 10. *Disclaimer: This is our option and does constitute a recommendation or financial advice. Do your own research. *
- Price
- 7
- Condition
- 6
- Location
- 8
- Land
- 4
- Bedrooms
- 1
- Bathrooms
- 1
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Metrics Year-on-Year
- Average area value
- 488,600.00 £Decreased by 6.01 %
- Average area rental value
- 1,814.00 £/moIncreased by 6.02 %
- Est rental Yield
- 4.46 %Increased by 12.91 %
- Crime Rate
- 9.00 %Unchanged by 0.00 %
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Nearby Schools
| Name | Type | Ofsted | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alban City School | Free Schools | Good | 0.19 KM |
| Maple Primary School | Community School | Good | 0.27 KM |
| St Albans High School For Girls | Other Independent School | 0.39 KM | |
| Loreto College | Academy Converter | Outstanding | 0.40 KM |
| Sa6 St Albans Family Centre | Children's Centre | 0.43 KM |
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Nearby Streets
| Name | Average Price | Average Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Peter's Road | £ 550,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Jubilee Square | £ 200,833 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Elm Lawn Close | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Cattle Walk | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| St Bernard's Road | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
Nearby Transport
| Name | NLC | TLC | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Albans City | 1548 | SAC | 0.70 KM |
| St Albans Abbey | 1562 | SAA | 1.45 KM |
| Park Street | 1561 | PKT | 3.24 KM |
| How Wood (Hertfordshire) | 1563 | HWW | 4.20 KM |
| Bricket Wood | 1560 | BWO | 6.09 KM |
Nearby Listings
| Address | Price | Type | Score | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beaumonds, St Albans, AL1 | £ 210,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| Beaumonds, St Albans, AL1 | £ 275,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| Hatfield Road, St. Albans | £ 220,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| Beaumonds, St Albans, AL1 | £ 200,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| Hatfield Road, St. Albans, Hertfordshire | £ 190,000 | BUY | 5 / 10 | 0.01 KM |
Nearby Properties
| Address | Price | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| 13a St Peters Road | £ 200,000 | 0.08 KM |
| 29 Clifton Street | £ 805,000 | 0.11 KM |
| 18 Clifton Street | £ 200,000 | 0.11 KM |
| 16 Clifton Street | £ 735,000 | 0.11 KM |
| 2 Clifton Street | £ 600,000 | 0.11 KM |