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Guide price

£500,000

2 bed flat for sale
London Road, St Albans AL1

    • 2 beds

    • 2 baths

    • 1 reception

  • EPC Rating: B

  • Retirement
  • Leasehold

Ashtons

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About this property

  • Central St Albans

  • Allocated Parking

  • Over 70's

  • Staff on-call 24/7 and dedicated Estate Manager

  • On-site chef-run bistro with changing seasonal menu

  • Pets allowed

We are delighted to present this beautifully appointed two-bedroom ground floor retirement apartment, designed exclusively for the over 70's and offering the perfect combination of comfort, independence, and community living.

Situated within a sought-after McCarthy & Stone development, this stunning home features a spacious living room with doors opening directly onto the delightful communal gardens - ideal for enjoying a morning coffee or relaxing with friends. The modern kitchen is thoughtfully designed, while both bedrooms are generous doubles. The principal bedroom benefits from a convenient walk-in wardrobe, and the property also includes a stylish shower room alongside a separate cloakroom with WC and sink.

Residents enjoy the reassurance of a dedicated Estate Manager who oversees the day-to-day running of the development, along with staff on call 24 hours a day for complete peace of mind. The welcoming communal areas include a contemporary lounge where a range of social events and activities are organised, and an on-site, chef-run bistro serving delicious seasonal dishes.

Additional benefits include a comfortable guest suite for visiting family and friends, beautifully maintained gardens, allocated residents parking and the reassurance that the development is pet-friendly.

This exceptional property offers a wonderful lifestyle opportunity for those seeking a secure, sociable, and independent retirement - all within a warm and welcoming community setting.

Eleanor House, situated on London Road in the heart of St Albans, offers an exclusive collection of contemporary one and two-bedroom retirement apartments, thoughtfully designed for those aged 70 and over. The apartments are positioned close to a bus stop with a regular service into St Albans City Centre.

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  • Tenure

    Leasehold (991 years)

  • Service charge

    £14,008 per year

  • Council tax band

    D

  • Ground rent

    £510

  • Ground rent date of next review

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