1-bedroom flat · AL1 2AW
Sold STCListed 220 days
Opportunity summary
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About
Set on the ground floor and offered with no onward chain, this well-proportioned apartment presents an excellent opportunity for first-time buyers, downsizers or investors alike.
The property offers beautifully balanced accommodation enhanced by impressive high ceilings, creating a wonderful sense of space and light throughout.
The generous living room provides an inviting setting for both relaxation and entertaining, with ample room for dining and direct access to the private outside space.
The separate kitchen is thoughtfully arranged for practical everyday living, while the spacious double bedroom offers comfortable proportions and flexibility for additional storage or workspace.
A well-appointed bathroom and welcoming hallway complete the internal layout. Further benefits include allocated parking, adding convenience and peace of mind.
Combining characterful proportions with modern practicality, this ground floor apartment delivers easy, low-maintenance living in a highly appealing format.
Prospect Road is located at the bottom of Holywell Hill, close to Verulamium Park and within walking distance of St Albans’ extensive range of amenities.
Abbey Flyer Station is close by, providing train services to Watford Junction, with onward connections to London Euston and St Albans City Station, with direct services to St Pancras, is also within walking distance.
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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.
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