3-bedroom terraced house · AL2 1RJ
Sold STCListed 107 days
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About
Aubrey & Finn are delighted to bring to the market this charming three-bedroom, bay-fronted mid-terrace period property, ideally situated on the sought-after High Street in London Colney.
Conveniently located within walking distance of local shops, pubs, and Cotlandswick Leisure Centre, the property also offers excellent transport links, with St Albans City railway station just a short drive away and easy access to the M1 and M25 motorways.
Recently refurbished in part, including rewiring, this attractive home is ideal for first-time buyers, families, and downsizers alike.
The accommodation briefly comprises a welcoming bay-fronted lounge with a feature fireplace, a separate dining room, a well-maintained kitchen, a lean-to providing access to the garden, and a recently redecorated family bathroom on the ground floor.
To the first floor are two generous double bedrooms.
The principal bedroom benefits from built-in wardrobes and leads through to a recently fully renovated third bedroom/dressing room complete with bespoke fitted wardrobes.
Externally, the property offers a low-maintenance paved front garden enclosed by a brick wall.
To the rear is a south-west-facing garden with a paved seating area, ideal for entertaining, and the remainder laid to lawn. Pathways provide both front and rear access.
# Verified Material Information ## Costs and tenure Tenure: Freehold Council tax band: D EPC rating: D ## The building Mid-terrace house, standard construction Accessibility adaptations: None ## Services Mains electricity Mains water Mains foul drainage Mains surface water drainage Mains gas central heating Heating features: Double glazing Broadband: FTTP (Fibre to the Premises) Mobile coverage: O2 good, Vodafone good, Three good, EE good Parking: None ## Risks and restrictions Not a listed building Not in a conservation area No tree preservation order Title register restrictions (HD142343): - The walls between this house and the neighbouring properties at 136 and 138 High Street are 'party walls'.
This means they are shared, and there are legal rules about how the owner and the neighbours can carry out work on them.
- There is a standard rule that the current owner cannot sell or transfer the property without the consent of their lender, Barclays Bank UK PLC.
This is a normal part of having a mortgage and will be resolved as part of the sale process. No environmental risks recorded All information is provided without warranty.
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Note to Purchasers In order to meet our legal obligations, any purchaser who has an offer accepted on a property marketed by us will be required to complete a digital identification check.
We use a specialist third-party service to carry out this process. There will be a non-refundable charge of £50 (inc. VAT) per person, per purchase, for this service.
Buyers will also be required to provide full proof of funds and the source of those funds. Full details of acceptable documentation will be provided upon receipt of your offer.
We may recommend additional services to our clients, including financial services and solicitors. We may receive a referral fee for these introductions, typically between £0 and £200.
Disclaimer Whilst we make every effort to ensure that our sales particulars are accurate and reliable, prospective purchasers are advised to contact our office should any point be of particular importance.
We will be pleased to verify any information upon request, especially before you travel some distance to view a property.
The mention of any appliances and/or services within these particulars does not imply that they are in full working order, and their condition is not known to us.
Unless specifically stated otherwise, fixtures and fittings are not included in the asking price. Certain items may, however, be available by separate negotiation with the Vendor.
Note to Purchasers In order to meet our legal obligations, any purchaser who has an offer accepted on a property marketed by us will be required to complete a digital identification check.
We use a specialist third-party service to carry out this process. There will be a non-refundable charge of £50 (inc. VAT) per person, per purchase, for this service.
Buyers will also be required to provide full proof of funds and the source of those funds. Full details of acceptable documentation will be provided upon receipt of your offer.
We may recommend additional services to our clients, including financial services and solicitors. We may receive a referral fee for these introductions, typically between £0 and £200.
Disclaimer Whilst we make every effort to ensure that our sales particulars are accurate and reliable, prospective purchasers are advised to contact our office should any point be of particular importance.
We will be pleased to verify any information upon request, especially before you travel some distance to view a property.
The mention of any appliances and/or services within these particulars does not imply that they are in full working order, and their condition is not known to us.
Unless specifically stated otherwise, fixtures and fittings are not included in the asking price. Certain items may, however, be available by separate negotiation with the Vendor.
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