Summary - ARCADIAN COURT 11 SUN LANE HARPENDEN AL5 4EG
2 bed 2 bath Flat
Central retirement apartment with on-site support and private garden access.
South-westerly direct access to communal gardens from living room
Principal bedroom with fitted wardrobes and en-suite shower room
Modern fitted kitchen, double glazing and gas central heating
Residents’ facilities: house manager, lounge, emergency pull cords
Lease only 64 years remaining — many lenders may refuse to lend
Service charge high at c. £4,056 per year (above average)
Off-street residents and visitor parking; private gated access to High Street
Local crime level reported as very high — consider safety concerns
This two-bedroom ground-floor apartment sits within a well-regarded retirement development in central Harpenden, a short walk from the High Street and Lydekker Park. It offers direct access to south-westerly communal gardens from the living room and benefits from gas central heating and double glazing. Resident amenities include a house manager, residents’ lounge, emergency pull cords and on-site parking.
The principal bedroom has fitted wardrobes and an en-suite shower room; a second bedroom and separate shower room complete the layout. The modern fitted kitchen and neutral living space make the apartment ready to occupy without immediate works. Chain free sale offers a straightforward purchase route for a buyer able to accept leasehold constraints.
Important lease and cost considerations are plain: the lease has 64 years remaining, which many mortgage lenders may refuse to accept. Annual service charges are high (currently c. £4,056) and council tax is above average. Prospective buyers should seek mortgage and legal advice about lease-extension options and lending availability before committing.
This property suits a retiree seeking central convenience, on-site support and garden access, provided they are comfortable with a shorter lease and the associated running costs. Fast broadband, excellent mobile signal and close local amenities add everyday convenience, while the reported very high local crime rate should be weighed when deciding to view.
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