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For saleReduced 24 Mar 2026
£250,000Offers over

Eleanor House, 232 London Road, St. Albans, Hertfordshire, AL1 1NR

1bedroom
1bathroom
Retirement Propertytype
Leaseholdtenure

Listed 18 Nov 2025 · price reduced 24 Mar 2026 · St Albans

How the price compares

This home£250,000
Median 1 bed in AL1£265k54 homes listed · £583 per sq ft
Difference-6%below the area median

Key features

  • Luxury first-floor retirement apartment for residents aged 70+
  • Situated close to the City Centre and a wide range of local amenities
  • Located within Eleanor House, offering an ideal blend of independence and community living
  • Welcoming entrance hall with useful storage room
  • Bright, spacious living room with access to a separate kitchen
  • Generously sized wet room
  • Well-presented double bedroom and spacious walk in wardrobe

About this home

This second floor retirement apartment offers luxurious facilities combined with a spacious and well-presented apartment, that is available for residents over 70 years of age. Located close to the City Centre and local amenities, Eleanor House provides stunning surroundings in an ideal location for those looking to retire, but maintain a strong element of independence and community.

The apartment is located on the second floor and comprises of a welcoming entrance hall with a storage room, sizeable and bright living room with separate kitchen, a spacious wet room and one double bedroom, with a spacious walk in wardrobe.

The development provides lift access to all floors, laundry rooms and numerous facilities to be enjoyed by residents including a stunning communal lounge, dining area with private dining options available and beautifully landscaped communal gardens. Eleanor House also has a guest suite available for owners to use (fee applicable)

Lettings and Property Management

We offer a complete range of services for Landlords, from fully managed lets to advertising only. Each Landlord who chooses full management has a personal Property Manager and all our fees are based on a ‘no let - no fee’ basis.

DISCLAIMER

These particulars are a general guide only. They do not form part of any contract. Services, systems and appliances have not been tested.

BUYERS INFORMATION

To conform with government Money Laundering Regulations 2019, we are required to confirm the identity of all prospective buyers. We use the services of a third party, Lifetime Legal, who will contact you directly at an agreed time to do this. They will need the full name, date of birth and current address of all buyers and ID. There is a nominal charge of £80 inc VAT for this (for the transaction not per person), payable direct to Lifetime Legal. Please note, we are unable to advertise a property or issue a memorandum of sale until the checks are complete.

CONVEYANCING

Through our partners Frost's Conveyancing, we can introduce you to solicitors who specialise in conveyancing. Ask us for further information today.

MORTGAGES

YOUR HOME MAY BE REPOSSESSED IF YOU DO NOT KEEP UP REPAYMENTS ON YOUR MORTGAGE

Exclusive deals are made available to Embrace Financial Services by PRIMIS Mortgage Network, to which Embrace Financial Services are an Appointed Representative

Frosts Estate Agents is an Introducer Appointed Representative of PRIMIS Mortgage Network, a trading name of First Complete Limited which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority for mortgages, protection insurance and general insurance products.

Embrace Financial Services Ltd. is an Appointed Representative of PRIMIS Mortgage Network, a trading name of First Complete Ltd which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority.

REFERRAL FEES

We may refer you to recommended providers of ancillary services such as Conveyancing, Financial Services, Insurance and Surveying. We may receive a commission payment fee or other benefit (known as a referral fee) for recommending their services. You are not under any obligation to use the services of the recommended provider. The ancillary service provider may be an associated company of Frost's.

FCQ250742/1

Seller Quote "We have truly enjoyed living at Eleanor House. The apartment is bright, comfortable, and easy to manage, and the community here is warm and supportive. It’s been the perfect balance of independence and convenience, with fantastic amenities right on the doorstep."

Property details

Property type
Retirement Property
Council tax band
C
Tenure
Leasehold
Lease remaining
991 years left

Floorplan

Floorplan

Location

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  • St. Albans Station0.7 mi
  • St. Albans Abbey Station0.9 mi
  • Park Street Station1.4 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.

AddressTypeSoldPrice
1 Eleanor House, 232, London Road
St Albans AL1 1NR
Flat
Leasehold
1 Dec 2025£260,000
11 Eleanor House, 232, London Road
St Albans AL1 1NR
Flat
Leasehold
31 Mar 2025£535,000
9 Eleanor House, 232, London Road
St Albans AL1 1NR
Flat
Leasehold
28 Mar 2025£250,000
15 Eleanor House, 232, London Road
St Albans AL1 1NR
Flat
Leasehold
26 Mar 2025£275,000
16 Eleanor House, 232, London Road
St Albans AL1 1NR
Flat
Leasehold
28 Feb 2025£300,000
47 Eleanor House, 232, London Road
St Albans AL1 1NR
Flat
Leasehold
3 Dec 2024£270,000

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

Monthly repayment£1,251£25,000 deposit · £225,000 loan
Stamp Duty£2,500England rates

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 Frosts, St. Albans on Rightmove (original listing). First listed 18 Nov 2025; details checked 7 Nov 2026. Latest change: reduced on 24/03/2026.

Agent disclaimer

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