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See how verdicts work4-bedroom terraced house · AL5 5SJ
Sold STCListed 242 days
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About
Situated in a highly sought-after cul-de-sac, this beautifully renovated and extended four bedroom family home is ideally positioned within walking distance of Harpenden station, the vibrant town centre and several of the area’s most highly regarded schools.
Excellent local green spaces are also just moments away, making this a superb setting for family life.
The current owners have meticulously refurbished the property to an exceptional standard, creating a stylish and contemporary home ready to move straight into.
Upon entering, a generous hallway provides access to useful storage cupboards and a sleek downstairs WC.
The ground floor offers wonderfully balanced living space, enhanced by stunning herringbone wood flooring and an abundance of natural light.
The newly fitted kitchen, thoughtfully designed with modern cabinetry and quality finishes, flows seamlessly into the main living areas and out to the manicured rear garden — perfect for both everyday family living and entertaining.
The upper floors comprise four well-proportioned bedrooms, including an impressive loft conversion which creates a generous fourth bedroom complete with useful eaves storage.
The family bathroom suite has been refitted to a high specification, featuring a clean, elegant finish.
Externally, the landscaped rear garden has been carefully designed with a combination of patio and lawn, providing a private and low-maintenance space ideal for families and summer gatherings.
The property also benefits from a garage en bloc, offering valuable additional storage.
A rare opportunity to acquire a turnkey family home in one of Harpenden’s most desirable locations, combining quality, style and convenience in equal measure.
In the heart of Aldwickbury Crescent and just moments from Crabtree and High Beeches schools, The Cleave is a beautifully tucked away cul-de-sac accessed off Aldwickbury Crescent making it a peaceful family location less than a mile from the town centre.
Harpenden mainline station is also within a short stroll providing access in central London in around thirty minutes.
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Value & comps
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Returns
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