Summary - Kings Road, Stevenage, Hertfordshire SG1 1AU
2 bed 1 bath Apartment
Modern penthouse apartment with balcony and easy train links to London.
Penthouse apartment with private front door and balcony
Two double bedrooms; compact 590 sq ft footprint
Bright open-plan kitchen/living with high ceilings
Allocated off-street parking plus visitor spaces
Shared ownership option: 70% from £164,500 (rent ~£211 pcm)
Service charge approx £206.86 pcm; lease ~192 years remaining
Heating by electric room heaters; electricity tariff applies
Local crime level reported as very high — check local data
This top-floor two-bedroom penthouse offers an affordable route into Stevenage with a private front door, balcony and allocated parking. The open-plan living/kitchen with high ceilings and large windows feels bright and contemporary, making the most of a compact 590 sq ft layout. Its location is a strong commuter asset: Stevenage train station and town centre are under a five-minute walk, with fast trains to London Kings Cross (around 21 minutes).
Available as shared ownership (70% share at £164,500) or to buy outright, the home suits first-time buyers wanting low-entry costs and low-maintenance modern living. Practical details to note: the home uses electric room heaters, runs on an electricity tariff, and the lease is long (around 192 years remaining). Service charges are estimated at about £206.86 pcm and rent on the unsold share is approximately £211.17 pcm for a 70% purchase.
There are clear improvement and cost considerations. The apartment is compact, so storage and circulation are limited compared with larger flats. Heating is by electric room heaters rather than gas central heating, which may mean higher running costs. Local crime levels are reported as very high — buyers should factor neighbourhood safety into their decision and check local data.
In short: a modern, well-presented penthouse that delivers commuter convenience and an affordable entry price through shared ownership. It’s best suited to first-time buyers or buy-to-let investors who prioritise location and low-maintenance living, and who are comfortable with electric heating, shared ownership costs, and local area considerations.
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