2-bedroom flat · AL1 3YJ
For saleReduced £7.5k (−2.1%) on 6 OctListed 138 days
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Summary In the very heart of St Albans, moments from the cathedral, the markets, Verulamium Park and the mainline station, this bright two-bedroom apartment combines city-centre living with a 999-year lease, an EPC rating of B and resident parking.
London St Pancras is just 20 minutes away by train.
Description Set right in the centre of St Albans - one of Hertfordshire's most sought-after cities - this bright and stylish two-bedroom apartment offers an enviable lifestyle just steps from independent shops, restaurants, the twice-weekly market and the historic cathedral quarter.
The beautiful green expanse of Verulamium Park is also close at hand - ideal for weekend strolls, or simply a refreshing escape on a lunch break.
The heart of the home is a generous open-plan kitchen, dining and living space filled with natural light, where contemporary fittings and engineered wood floors create a warm, sociable setting for both relaxed evenings and entertaining.
There are two well-proportioned bedrooms along with a contemporary bathroom, all finished to a good standard throughout.
Practical advantages set this apartment apart: A 999-year lease (from 2020) for genuine long-term peace of mind, an EPC rating of B for low running costs, and the convenience of resident parking - a rare find in the city centre.
Commuters are exceptionally well served, with St Albans City station just 0.7 miles away and fast, frequent Thameslink trains reaching London St Pancras International in as little as 20 minutes.
Whether you're a first-time buyer, a London professional, or looking for a smart investment, this is city living at its most convenient. Ground Rent £250 per annum, Service Charge £1348 per annum.
Lounge/Kitchen 18' 6" max x 13' 1" max ( 5.64m max x 3.99m max ) Bedroom 1 11' 4" max x 10' 7" max ( 3.45m max x 3.23m max ) Bedroom 2 8' 6" x 6' 2" max ( 2.59m x 1.88m max ) Bathroom We currently hold lease details as displayed above, should you require 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.
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General: While we endeavour to make our sales particulars fair, accurate and reliable, they are only a general guide to the property and, accordingly, if there is any point which is of particular importance to you, please contact the office and we will be pleased to check the position for you, especially if you are contemplating travelling some distance to view the property.
3. The measurements indicated are supplied for guidance only and as such must be considered incorrect. 4.
Services: Please note we have not tested the services or any of the equipment or appliances in this property, accordingly we strongly advise prospective buyers to commission their own survey or service reports before finalising their offer to purchase.
5. These particulars are issued in good faith but do not constitute representations of fact or form part of any offer or contract.
The matters referred to in these particulars should be independently verified by prospective buyers or tenants.
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