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Summary Offered chain free, this well-presented four bedroom semi-detached house is located in the popular Park Street Village area of St Albans, providing generous living space, excellent storage and attractive gardens.
Description Offered chain free, this well-presented four bedroom semi-detached house is located in the popular Park Street Village area of St Albans, providing generous living space, excellent storage and attractive gardens.
The property welcomes you with a large entrance hall, creating a bright and spacious first impression and providing access to the main living areas.
The lounge is a comfortable and inviting space, featuring doors opening directly onto the rear garden, allowing for plenty of natural light and easy indoor-outdoor living.
There is also a separate dining room, ideal for family meals or entertaining.
The kitchen offers practical workspace and direct access to the garden, making it convenient for everyday living and outdoor dining. The home also benefits from excellent storage throughout.
Upstairs, the property comprises four well-proportioned bedrooms and a family bathroom featuring a stylish free-standing bath, while a downstairs WC adds further convenience.
Externally, the home enjoys both a front garden and an attractive rear garden. There is also potential to create off-road parking (STPP) to the front of the property.
Situated in the desirable Park Street Village, just two minutes walk to Park Street Station the home benefits from a village atmosphere while remaining within easy reach of St Albans city centre, local amenities, and transport links.
Hall Kitchen 12' 6" max x 12' 2" max ( 3.81m max x 3.71m max ) Living Room 14' 1" max x 12' 6" max ( 4.29m max x 3.81m max ) Dining Room 12' 2" max x 10' 2" max ( 3.71m max x 3.10m max ) Wc Bedroom One 11' 10" max x 9' 2" max ( 3.61m max x 2.79m max ) Bedroom Two 12' 2" max x 9' 6" max ( 3.71m max x 2.90m max ) Bedroom Three 12' 6" max x 7' 7" max ( 3.81m max x 2.31m max ) Bedroom Four 8' 6" max x 6' 3" max ( 2.59m max x 1.91m max ) Bathroom 7' 7" max x 4' 11" max ( 2.31m max x 1.50m max ) 1.
Money laundering regulations - Intending purchasers will be asked to produce identification documentation at a later stage and we would ask for your co-operation in order that there will be no delay in agreeing the sale.
2: These particulars do not constitute part or all of an offer or contract. 3: The measurements indicated are supplied for guidance only and as such must be considered incorrect.
4: Potential buyers are advised to recheck the measurements before committing to any expense.
5: Connells has not tested any apparatus, equipment, fixtures, fittings or services and it is the buyers interests to check the working condition of any appliances.
6: Connells has not sought to verify the legal title of the property and the buyers must obtain verification from their solicitor.
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About 198, Watling Street, St. Albans
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