Summary - 6 Eleanor House, 232, London Road, ST. ALBANS AL1 1NR
2 bed 2 bath Apartment
Low‑maintenance two‑bed retirement flat with on‑site care and social facilities.
Spacious living room with sheltered patio and underfloor heating
Modern fitted kitchen with integrated Neff appliances and dishwasher
Master bedroom with walk‑in wardrobe; second double usable as office/dining
Level‑access wet room and additional guest cloakroom
Allocated off‑street parking space (Bay Z)
Extensive communal facilities: restaurant, lounge, guest suite, landscaped gardens
24‑hour staffing, estate manager and emergency response system
High annual service charge £14,008.26 and ground rent £510 pa (ongoing costs)
This well-presented two-bedroom Retirement Living PLUS apartment sits on London Road, St Albans, in a modern development designed for low‑maintenance, sociable living. The bright living room opens onto a sheltered patio; the kitchen is fitted with integrated Neff appliances and underfloor heating runs throughout. The master bedroom includes a walk‑in wardrobe and there is a contemporary level‑access wet room. An allocated parking space is included.
Owners benefit from extensive on‑site facilities: a chef‑run restaurant, landscaped gardens, homeowners’ lounge, guest suite and a staffed estate manager presence with 24‑hour emergency response. The development is set up to provide tailored care packages through an on‑site CQC‑registered agency, so extra support can be arranged if needed. The location puts you in St Albans close to shops, parks and good transport links.
Buyers should note this is a leasehold retirement property with an age restriction (70+). The annual service charge is high at £14,008.26 and there is an annual ground rent of £510; prospective purchasers should factor these ongoing costs into affordability calculations. The lease is long (999 years from 2017), and the building benefits from communal heating and CCTV.
Overall this apartment suits someone seeking a low‑maintenance retirement home with on‑site care options and strong social amenities. It offers peace of mind and convenience in an affluent, well‑connected town, provided the buyer is comfortable with substantial service charges and leasehold arrangements.
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