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See how verdicts work4-bedroom detached house · AL4 9HB
Listing removedReduced £50k (−6.3%) on 28 JunListed 168 days
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About
Set within a peaceful cul-de-sac in the sought-after Jersey Farm area of St Albans, this beautifully presented four-bedroom detached home offers the perfect blend of space, comfort and lifestyle for modern family living.
Life here is all about convenience and community.
Families are drawn to the area for its excellent choice of well-regarded schools, nearby parks and friendly neighbourhood feel, while the local shops, cafés, restaurants and bars at Jersey Farm and The Quadrant make everyday living easy.
For those who enjoy the outdoors, Jersey Farm Woodland Park and Heartwood Forest are both close by, offering fantastic walking routes, open green spaces and weekend adventures right on your doorstep.
St Albans city centre and the mainline station are also within easy reach, making commuting into London or enjoying everything the city has to offer wonderfully straightforward.
From the moment you step inside, the home feels bright, welcoming and ready to move into.
The ground floor has been thoughtfully arranged to suit both busy family life and relaxed entertaining, with spacious and versatile living areas throughout.
The generous lounge is filled with natural light and provides a comfortable space to unwind, while the separate dining area creates the ideal setting for family meals, celebrations or hosting friends.
The well-appointed kitchen combines practicality with contemporary styling and overlooks the garden, making it a lovely hub of the home.
Upstairs, the property continues to impress with four well-proportioned bedrooms, all designed to offer a calm and restful feel.
The principal bedroom benefits from fitted wardrobes, while the remaining rooms provide flexibility for children, guests or working from home.
A modern family bathroom completes the first floor accommodation.
Outside, the property occupies a generous corner plot with a beautifully maintained garden offering plenty of space for children to play, summer dining or simply relaxing in the sunshine.
The current owners have also adapted the garage into a useful home studio, although it could easily be returned to a traditional garage if preferred.
Combining generous living space, a peaceful setting and a fantastic location close to schools, green spaces and amenities, this is a wonderful opportunity to secure a family home in one of St Albans’ most desirable neighbourhoods.
Value & comps
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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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Detached + large garden = sub-division play. Pro tier unlocks the tier badge, plot size, uplift estimate, and regional land benchmark.
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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About 56, Harness Way, St. Albans
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