Summary - 4 Hertfordshire House, Civic Close AL1 3JZ
1 bed 1 bath Apartment
Modern, chain-free one-bedroom apartment steps from St Albans City Station..
Chain-free one-bedroom first-floor apartment, 432 sq ft
244 years remaining on lease — long, secure tenure
High-quality kitchen and bathroom finishes, Bosch appliances
Underfloor heating throughout; video entry and lift access
No allocated parking; on-street and permit options nearby
Service charge £1,946.89pa; ground rent £325pa
Small overall size — best for single/couple or investment
Local area recorded as very high crime — consider security
Set within a contemporary building in the heart of St Albans, this chain-free one-bedroom apartment offers compact, low-maintenance city living. The open-plan living, dining and kitchen benefits from double-aspect light and a Juliet balcony, making the most of 432 sq ft with a modern finish throughout.
The kitchen and bathroom are fitted to a high standard with Quartzstone worktops, Bosch integrated appliances and Porcelanosa tiling; underfloor heating provides efficient year-round comfort. A useful hallway utility cupboard houses the washing machine, and the property includes lift access, secure video entry and communal bike storage. With 244 years remaining on the lease the tenure is long and secure.
Practical costs and town-centre trade-offs are clear: the service charge is £1,946.89 pa and ground rent £325 pa. There is no allocated parking (on-street and permit options nearby), and the apartment is small — best suited to a single occupant or couple. Local crime levels are recorded as very high, which should be factored into security and lifestyle considerations.
This home will suit a first-time buyer or investor seeking a turn-key central location close to St Albans City Station. It offers strong rental and commuter appeal but requires buyers to accept higher communal costs and limited parking space in exchange for convenience and low-maintenance modern living.
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