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Sold STCListed 136 days
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About
This exceptional development represents a rare opportunity to own a brand new apartment in one of the UK's most desirable commuter cities.
Comprising 63 contemporary apartments, the development is perfectly positioned just 1 minute from St Albans Abbey train station, offering unparalleled connectivity to London in just 18 minutes.
Developed by an experienced developer with over 30 years of combined experience in the real estate sector, this development delivers sustainable, high-quality homes designed for modern living.
Plot LG01 (RESERVED) is a one bedroom lower ground floor apartment with 662 sq ft of accommodation and an outdoor courtyard.
In addition to the large living/kitchen/dining area there is the added benefit of a utility / study room. Ideal for singles, couples, or buy-to-let investors!
Anticipated Completion: Q4 2026 / Q1 2027 Call us now for more information!
Located in the sought-after cathedral city of St Albans, this development combines excellent transport links with an outstanding lifestyle.
St Albans Abbey Station is just one minute away, while St Albans City Station offers direct Thameslink services to London St Pancras in under 20 minutes.
The city is renowned for its historic charm, vibrant high street, excellent restaurants, cafés, green spaces and strong sense of community.
With its blend of heritage, convenience and connectivity, St Albans remains one of the UK's most desirable commuter locations
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.
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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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