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See how verdicts work5-bedroom semi-detached house · AL3 5EW
Listing removedReduced £50k (−4.2%) on 9 JulListed 248 days
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About
An attractive five-bedroom Edwardian bay-fronted semi-detached home, ideally positioned in a prime central location just moments from the vibrant City centre and within easy reach of the train station.
The property is entered via a covered porch and part-glazed front door into a welcoming entrance hall, with stairs rising to the first floor and doors to the principal rooms.
To the front, a bright bay-fronted lounge provides a charming reception space, complete with a cosy log burner, picture rails and elegant coving.
The stylish fitted kitchen offers a comprehensive range of wall and base units with stone and wooden worktops, integrated appliances, space for a range cooker, and wood-effect flooring running seamlessly through the space.
To the rear, an impressive family room is flooded with natural light from a part-vaulted ceiling with Velux windows and a roof lantern, alongside further windows and double doors opening onto the garden.
This sociable space flows into the dining room, which features an attractive fireplace with fitted cupboards and shelving, continued wood flooring, and a door back to the hallway.
The first floor offers three double bedrooms and a family bathroom with roll-top bath, basin and WC. The principal bedroom enjoys a bay window, fireplace and built-in storage.
The second floor provides two further double bedrooms, one with an en suite shower room, plus useful storage and there is access to a boarded loft space.
Outside, a brick wall and gate open onto a pathway bordered by planting.
The private rear garden features a patio, lawn, flower beds, a wooden summer house, and a gate providing pedestrian access onto Stapley Road.
Located within a conservation area in the heart of the city centre, close to excellent schools, parks and amenities, this elegant home combines period character with spacious, versatile accommodation over three floors.
Accommodation Ground Floor Porch Entrance Hall Lounge (4.62m x 3.51m (15'2 x 11'6)) Kitchen (4.67m x 2.95m (15'4 x 9'8)) Family Room (3.05m x 6.48m (10' x 21'3)) Dining Area (3.66m x 3.33m (12' x 10'11)) First Floor Landing Bedroom One (4.72m x 3.56m (15'6 x 11'8)) Bedroom Two (4.78m x 3.05m (15'8 x 10')) Bedroom Three (3.73m x 3.30m (12'3 x 10'10)) Bathroom Second Floor Landing Bedroom Four (3.78m x 3.63m (12'5 x 11'11)) Ensuite Bedroom Five (2.21m x 4.62m (7'3 x 15'2)) Outside Front Garden Rear Garden
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About 8, Upton Avenue, St. Albans
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