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See how verdicts work1-bedroom flat · AL1 1NX
For saleReduced £10.5k (−4%) on 22 OctListed 133 days
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About
This delightful chain free one-bedroom top floor apartment is located in the heart of St Albans, offering a perfect blend of comfort and convenience.
The spacious living and dining area is filled with natural light, creating a welcoming atmosphere.
The well-appointed kitchen provides ample storage with modern integrated Bosch appliances and washing machine, ideal for everyday living.
The generously sized bedroom offers a peaceful retreat, while the contemporary bathroom is sleek and stylish.
One of the standout features of this property is the communal garden, offering a lovely outdoor space to relax or entertain.
Further features the property benefits from include upgraded double glazed sash style windows and modern boiler with digital thermostat controls.
Situated in a desirable location, this apartment is within easy reach of St Albans city centre, local shops, cafes, and excellent transport links, including St Albans train station, making it perfect for commuters.
Accommodation Communal Entrance Hall Private Front Door Hallway Kitchen (2.97m x 2.92m (9'9 x 9'7)) Lounge/Dining Room (3.91m x 4.01m (12'10 x 13'2)) Bedroom (2.59m x 4.17m (8'6 x 13'8)) Bathroom External Communal Garden Lease Details Service Charge - £1,555.24 Pa Ground Rent - £100Pa Lease Term - 96 Years Remaining
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Properties like this can earn 2–3x BTL yields when converted to HMO, with retrofit costs around £10k/room. Sign in to see the full tier, yield projection, and cost breakdown.
Commercial properties like this can earn 30-50% higher yields when converted to residential under Class MA / Q / P / PA, with prior approval costing ~GBP 96/unit. Sign in to see the recommended route, yield uplift, and cost breakdown.
BRRR-suited properties can recycle 80-100% of investor capital on refi, leaving a high-yielding rental with most of the money out. Sign in to see the refurb cost stack, ARV projection, and refinance maths.
Detached + large garden = sub-division play. Pro tier unlocks the tier badge, plot size, uplift estimate, and regional land benchmark.
Short-lease flats trade at deep discount, but extending under the 1993 Act often costs far less than the discount. Pro tier unlocks the tier badge, premium breakdown, long-lease ARV and arbitrage maths.
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