2-bedroom flat · AL8 7EA
Listing removedListed 49 days · slow let
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About
Available to rent - A bright and airy two bedroom first (top) floor apartment on the sought-after west side of Welwyn Garden City, in a small block of just four.
Well presented throughout, with double glazing and beautifully kept communal gardens.
The Firs is a quiet cul-de-sac with plenty of unrestricted parking, wide grass verges and lawns, plus a private brick-built storage shed - ideal for bikes.
The Knightsfield area sits on the edge of open Hertfordshire countryside.
Monk-s Walk School is a 3 minute walk, making this a strong option for families with children at secondary school or in the sixth form.
The Shoplands parade of shops is 10 minutes on foot, with regular buses into the town centre nearby.
Welwyn North and Welwyn Garden City mainline stations serve Kings Cross and Moorgate, and the A1(M) is quickly reached by car - yet the property itself is undisturbed by motorway noise.
Communal entrance hall - Security intercom access and a door to the rear gardens. Two apartments on the ground floor, two on the first.
Apartment entrance - Spacious lobby with a window to the rear and an external storage cupboard beside the front door. Living room - Bright and airy, with a large window to the front.
Kitchen - Modern and sleek, with a good range of wall and base units. Integrated oven, four ring gas hob with extractor over, and a dishwasher, Fridge/freezer and washing machine.
Splashbacks and a window. Bedroom one - A generous double with four fitted wardrobes and a dual aspect, with windows to the front and side.
Bedroom two - A single bedroom overlooking the rear garden - ideal as a child-s room, guest room or home office.
Bathroom - A good size, : Panel bath with shower over, wash hand basin and low level w/c. Fully tiled walls and floor, window, and radiator.
Communal gardens - Mostly laid to lawn, with drying areas for residents. Lawns to the front and side.
Parking - Private residents- car park on an unrestricted basis, with further unrestricted parking on Crossway and Knightsfield.
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You will then be contacted to arrange your viewing ** Deposit: 5 Weeks Rent or Deposit Free Option available 'Sorry, no students or 'Rent to 'Rent'' lets' 'Energy efficiency rating: 73, Band – C' Council Tax Band: C Reference: 010292 Please note, by submitting an enquiry regarding this property you agree that we may send your details to the landlord of this property so they may contact you in order to answer any questions, or arrange a convenient viewing time.
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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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