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See how verdicts work3-bedroom semi-detached house · AL10 8DQ
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Homes like this are getting harder to find - well-built, well-proportioned, and ready for someone to bring back to life.
Owned by the same person for many years, this three-bedroom semi on Briars Close offers good space, a practical layout, and the chance to modernise at your own pace.
The living room sits at the front, wide and bright with plenty of wall space for larger furniture.
It’s easy to imagine this as the main family hub, whether that’s movie nights, quiet evenings, or somewhere for kids to spread out their toys without feeling cramped.
The kitchen and dining space at the back already work well together, with twin windows overlooking the garden and room for a proper table.
It’s functional as it stands but lends itself perfectly to a redesign - maybe an open-plan kitchen/diner or a sleek refit that brings light and flow through to the garden.
A downstairs cloakroom sits just off the hallway, making everyday life easier for families and guests alike.
There’s also an attached outbuilding, ideal as a utility or storage area, or a workspace with some updating - a flexible extra you don’t often get at this level.
Sleeping spaces feel balanced across the first floor.
The main bedroom offers enough room for a double bed, wardrobes and still space to move around, while the others lend themselves to family life, guests or home working without compromise.
The bathroom’s ready to use but would benefit from updating. It has a sensible layout, good natural light, and space for a full suite.
Replacing the current fittings would be straightforward, making it an easy first project once you move in.
The rear garden is well enclosed and a good size, offering space for outdoor dining, play, or simply sitting out in the sun. There’s a mix of lawn and paved areas, side access for convenience.
Own a car? There's plenty of on road parking for you and your visitors / guests.
Briars Close itself is a quiet cul-de-sac tucked just off Hatfield’s Garden Village area - a pocket of calm with a mix of long-term residents and family homes.
You’re within reach of local schools, open green spaces, and Hatfield House parkland, while the town centre and The Galleria offer shopping, cafés and everyday essentials.
For commuters, the A1(M) and A414 are both close by, and Hatfield station provides direct trains to King’s Cross, Moorgate, Cambridge, and the south via Thameslink.
It’s a solid, well-located home with real potential - one that already works, but could work brilliantly with the right touches and ideas.
| ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Council Tax: Band - C EPC Rating: D | GROUND FLOOR Living Room: Approx 13' 5" x 11' 11" (4.09m x 3.63m) Kitchen/Diner: Approx 13' 5" x 10' 9" (4.09m x 3.27m) | FIRST FLOOR Bedroom One: Approx 11' 6" x 10' 9" (3.51m x 3.28m) Bedroom Two: Approx 11' 11" x 6' 9" (3.63m x 2.06m) Bedroom Three: Approx 11' 6" x 6' 6" (3.51m x 1.97m) Shower Room: Approx 5' 2" x 4' 8" (1.57m x 1.42m) Separate Toilet: Approx 4' 8" x 2' 6" (1.42m x 0.76m) | OUTSIDE Outbuilding: Approx 15' 1" x 7' 10" (4.60m x 2.40m)
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