Summary - Leyton Road, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 AL5 2FH
1 bed 1 bath Retirement Property
Light, secure one-bedroom retirement apartment with strong communal facilities and long lease.
Second-floor one-bedroom overlooking landscaped communal gardens
A bright second-floor one-bedroom apartment in an age-exclusive development designed for over-60s, positioned within a level walk of Harpenden town centre and Rothamsted Park. The apartment overlooks the communal gardens, offers generous storage, a walk-in shower with easy access and comes with an allocated parking space and visitor parking.
Residents benefit from strong communal facilities: an elegant owners’ lounge, on-site Brad & Dill café, wellness area, two furnished guest suites, 24-hour emergency call system and lift access to all floors. The development has no exit fees and a long lease (239 years remaining) which supports ownership peace of mind.
Notable running costs and practical points: the service charge is £4,518 per year (reviewed annually) and ground rent is £400 per year. Main heating is provided via a community scheme. On-site staff are available 9am–4pm weekdays; the emergency call system covers out-of-hours support. Pets are allowed subject to approval.
Location strengths include excellent mobile signal, fast broadband, close leisure and shopping amenities, and good rail links to London. Buyers should note the local recorded crime level is very high — consider this alongside the building’s security features when assessing personal safety and insurance needs.
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