Summary - 74 THE SHIRES LUTON LU2 7QB
3 bed 1 bath Flat
Conveniently placed for station links, university access and local amenities.
Three bedroom first-floor flat, approximately 1,002 sq ft
Chain-free with long lease (circa 170 years remaining)
Low service charge: £816 per annum
Allocated communal off-street parking
Walking distance to Luton train station and town centre
Electric heating and electric cooker — potentially higher running costs
Split bathroom (separate WC) — functional but not en-suite
Local area records higher crime levels, consider security
This three-bedroom first-floor flat in The Shires offers a spacious living room and practical layout across roughly 1,002 sq ft, ideal for families or professionals needing good transport links. Located within easy walking distance of Luton town centre and Luton train station, the property provides quick access to the university, M1 and Luton Airport.
The apartment is chain-free with a long lease (approx. 170 years remaining) and a low annual service charge of £816. Internally the home includes two double bedrooms, one single bedroom, a fitted kitchen, a split bathroom (bath/shower room plus separate WC) and allocated communal off-street parking.
Practical points to note: heating and cooking are electric, which can affect running costs, and the wider area records higher crime levels. The building is a mid-20th century, utilitarian block with standard ceiling heights and communal stair access. Overall this is a convenient, well-located flat that suits buyers seeking transport convenience, rental potential, or affordable entry to a three-bedroom home.
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