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About
**chain free** An immaculately presented first floor one-bedroom apartment, Marnham House offers stylish, low-maintenance living in a convenient Long Chaulden setting, with a smart open-plan layout, private garden space and move-in-ready presentation.
The accommodation begins with a welcoming hallway leading into a superb kitchen/living room measuring approximately 21'8 x 13'11.
This bright, sociable space combines a comfortable lounge, dining area and contemporary fitted kitchen with sleek cabinetry, integrated appliances, breakfast bar seating and excellent storage.
Large windows create an inviting feel, while the tasteful décor gives the home a polished finish throughout.
The double bedroom measures approximately 12'7 x 10'10 and has been beautifully styled, offering fitted storage and space for furniture.
The bathroom is well presented, with a modern suite, bath with shower over, vanity storage and neutral tiling.
The floor plan shows approximately 537 sq ft, making this a practical first home, downsizing option or investment purchase.
Outside, the property enjoys an attractive private garden, designed for easy upkeep with artificial lawn, patio seating, fencing and a substantial garden shed, ideal for storage, bikes or hobby use.
Parking is visible within the development, adding convenience. The flat can also be sold fully furnished by separate negotiation, making it a highly appealing turnkey opportunity.
Long Chaulden is a popular residential area of Hemel Hempstead, appreciated for convenience, green surroundings and access to the wider town.
Local shops, parks and bus routes are nearby, with Hemel Hempstead town centre offering The Marlowes, supermarkets and leisure facilities.
Boxmoor, Gadebridge Park and the surrounding countryside provide outdoor options, while Hemel Hempstead station offers rail links towards London Euston.
Road connections via the A41, M1 and M25 place St Albans, Watford, London and the wider Home Counties within easy reach
Value & comps
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Returns
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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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