Northwood says ..
A spacious, bright and sunny south-facing second floor retirement flat forming part of this exclusive development built by Bovis Homes this city centre location offers an easy level walk to the shopping facilities of St. Albans.
Property Oracle says ..
This one-bedroom retirement flat in St Albans, Hertfordshire, presents a suitable option for those seeking comfortable and convenient city living. Located on Hatfield Road, close to the city centre and St Albans City train station, it offers easy access to transportation, shopping, and amenities. The property itself is part of a larger development with well-maintained communal gardens, offering residents access to outdoor space without the responsibilities of individual garden maintenance. The interior is presented in reasonable order, with a functional kitchen and bathroom. Although décor appears somewhat dated, it is clean and shows no major defects. The property’s size is typical for a one-bedroom flat in the area and the price point aligns with other similar properties in the development and immediate vicinity. The lack of private outdoor space may be a deterrent to some buyers; however, this factor may be offset by its central location and access to communal gardens. Overall, the property offers a convenient, accessible, and comfortable living space, particularly suitable for those seeking retirement accommodation. This will therefore appeal to buyers seeking a convenient city-centre location in a well-maintained retirement complex.
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
- 7
- Location
- 8
- Land
- 2
- Bedrooms
- 1
- Bathrooms
- 1
- Sqft (est)
- 527.43
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Metrics Year-on-Year
- Average area value
- 488,600.00 £Decreased by 6.01 %
- Est sale value
- 331,753.47 £Increased by 9.01 %
- Average area rental value
- 1,814.00 £/moIncreased by 6.02 %
- Est letting value
- 1,054.86 £/moIncreased by 100.00 %
- 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 |
| 16 Clifton Street | £ 735,000 | 0.11 KM |
| 18 Clifton Street | £ 200,000 | 0.11 KM |
| 24 Clifton Street | £ 690,000 | 0.11 KM |