1-bedroom flat · AL1 5BW
For saleListed 97 days
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Summary Enjoy the very best of retirement living at Cotsmoor, an exclusive over-55s development perfectly positioned opposite the beautiful Clarence Park and just a leisurely stroll from the heart of the historic city of St Albans.
Description Combining independence with peace of mind, this sought-after development offers a wonderful sense of community in an enviable location.
This bright and beautifully presented one-bedroom apartment has been thoughtfully designed to maximise comfort and practicality.
The spacious living room provides the perfect setting to relax or entertain, while the fitted kitchen offers everything needed for day-to-day living.
A generous double bedroom, modern shower room, excellent storage and emergency pull-cord system complete a home that is both comfortable and reassuring.
Life at Cotsmoor is about so much more than the apartment itself.
Residents enjoy a warm and welcoming community, with a stylish communal lounge hosting regular social events, coffee mornings and gatherings, creating the perfect opportunity to meet neighbours and make lasting friendships.
Outside, the beautifully landscaped gardens provide peaceful spaces to unwind, while residents' parking adds further convenience.
Whether you're looking to downsize, enjoy a more relaxed pace of life or simply become part of a friendly and established community, Cotsmoor offers the perfect blend of comfort, security and convenience.
This is retirement living at its finest, allowing you to spend more time enjoying everything St Albans has to offer while benefiting from the reassurance of a well-managed, warden-assisted development.
Location Step outside and you'll discover one of St Albans' most desirable settings.
Clarence Park, with its charming café, bowling green, tennis courts and picturesque walking routes, is quite literally on your doorstep.
The city's thriving centre is also within easy reach, offering an exceptional selection of independent boutiques, cafés, restaurants and supermarkets, along with the mainline station providing fast and direct links into London St Pancras.
Ground Rent £50 per year (Ask agent about the review period) Annual Service Charge £4177.2 Lease details are currently being compiled. For further information please contact the branch.
Please note additional fees could be incurred for items such as leasehold packs. 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.
Value & comps
No previous sales on record.
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.
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About 28, Cotsmoor, Granville Road, St. Albans
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