Albeny Gate, Belmont Hill, St. Albans, AL1 1BH
Listed 7 Jun 2026 · price reduced 9 Sept 2026 · St Albans
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Key features
- Ground floor one-bedroom apartment for the over 55s
- Spacious living room with double doors opening onto a patio area
- Direct access to beautifully maintained communal gardens
- Well-equipped fitted kitchen and modern bathroom
- Double bedroom
- Aspire, for a small fee provide a 24/7 emergency call system for additional reassurance
- Friendly retirement community with communal facilities
- Residents' parking available on site
- Easy access to St Albans city centre, shops and cafés
- EPC Grade C
About this home
Enjoying a ground floor position within the sought-after Albeny Gate development, this well-presented one-bedroom apartment offers an excellent opportunity to enjoy independent living within a welcoming community for the over 55s, just moments from the heart of St Albans. Life here is all about convenience and connection. A short stroll leads into the city centre where you'll find an excellent choice of cafés, restaurants, independent shops and everyday amenities, while nearby green spaces such as Verulam Park provide the perfect setting for a leisurely walk or time spent outdoors with family and friends. The apartment itself is bright, comfortable and thoughtfully designed for easy day-to-day living. The spacious living room is a wonderful place to relax and unwind, with double doors opening directly onto a patio area and the beautifully maintained communal gardens beyond. This seamless connection to the outdoors creates an attractive extension of the living space and provides a lovely spot to enjoy a morning coffee or some fresh air throughout the day. The fitted kitchen is practical and well arranged, while the double bedroom, modern bathroom and useful storage add to the apartment's appeal. Aspire, for a small fee provide a 24/7 emergency call system for additional reassurance, helping residents maintain their independence with confidence. Albeny Gate has a friendly and sociable atmosphere, with residents benefiting from organised activities that encourage interaction and community spirit. Whether taking part, catching up with neighbours or simply enjoying the peaceful surroundings, there is a genuine sense of belonging. Beautifully maintained communal gardens, residents' parking and a highly convenient location all contribute to the appeal. Combining comfort, independence and community living, this apartment offers a relaxed lifestyle in one of St Albans' most desirable settings.
Property details
- Property type
- Retirement Property
- Size
- 486 sq ft / 45 sq m
- Council tax band
- C
- Tenure
- Leasehold
- Lease remaining
- 86 years left
- Ground rent
- £0 per year
- Service charge
- £1,704 per year
- Parking
- Communal
- Garden
- Communal garden
- Heating
- Electric, Double glazing
- Broadband
- FTTP (fibre to the premises)
- Electricity
- Mains supply
- Water
- Mains supply
- Accessibility
- Level access
Floorplan
Location
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- St. Albans Abbey Station0.3 mi
- St. Albans Station0.4 mi
- Park Street Station1.5 mi
What nearby homes sold for
Median sold prices in AL1 over the last 12 months: flat £323k · terraced £610k · semi-detached £835k · detached £1.35m.
| Address | Type | Sold | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 43, Albeny Gate, Belmont Hill St Albans AL1 1BH | Flat Leasehold | 13 Jul 2026 | £225,000 |
| Flat 22, Albeny Gate, Belmont Hill St Albans AL1 1BH | Flat Leasehold | 21 Jul 2025 | £240,000 |
| Flat 21, Albeny Gate, Belmont Hill St Albans AL1 1BH | Flat Leasehold | 10 Jan 2025 | £245,000 |
| Flat 29, Albeny Gate, Belmont Hill St Albans AL1 1BH | Flat Leasehold | 8 Oct 2024 | £260,000 |
| Flat 10, Albeny Gate, Belmont Hill St Albans AL1 1BH | Flat Leasehold | 27 Sept 2024 | £250,000 |
Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2026. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. All sales in AL1
Buying costs
Estimates only, using rates in force from April 2025. Check GOV.UK, Revenue Scotland or the Welsh Revenue Authority and speak to a mortgage adviser before you offer.
Listed by Heartwood Homes, St Albans on Rightmove (original listing). First listed 7 Jun 2026; details checked 7 Nov 2026. Latest change: reduced on 09/09/2026.
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