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Elmside Walk, Hitchin
For saleReduced 13 Mar 2026
£199,950Guide price

Elmside Walk, Hitchin, SG5 1HB

1bedroom
1bathroom
Retirement Propertytype
Leaseholdtenure

Listed 24 Sept 2025 · price reduced 13 Mar 2026 · Hitchin

How the price compares

This home£199,950
Median 1 bed in SG5£180k37 homes listed · £232 per sq ft
Difference+11%above the area median

Key features

  • FIRST FIVE YEARS' MHA SERVICE & WELLBEING CHARGES PAID BY THE SELLER SUBJECT TO AN AGREED SALE PRICE AND CONTRACT PLUS £1,000 TOWARDS ADDITIONAL STORAGE OF PURCHASER'S CHOICE
  • Desirable corner position ground floor apartment with direct access to the communal garden
  • Spacious double bedroom
  • Town Centre location conveniently located opposite Waitrose
  • VACANT & CHAIN FREE - no onward chain
  • Residents and visitors parking
  • Lovely communal grounds and situated close to open parkland and outdoor pool
  • Independent living with on-site support available if required

About this home

SUMMARY A one bedroom retirement property that benefits from an open plan kitchen/reception, spacious double bedroom, modern wet room and is situated on the corner plot of the development providing direct access to the communal gardens. Offers a fantastic community and range of facilities for the over 60s.

DESCRIPTION ** GROUND FLOOR CORNER APARTMENT WITH DIRECT ACCESS TO A SECLUDED GARDEN AREA - NO STAIRS, EASY LIVING ** Offered to the market is this delightful one bedroom ground floor apartment in the popular Archers Court assisted living development, offering a tranquil lifestyle and vibrant community for retired people aged 60 and over. This lovely development provides an ideal option for those seeking secure, low-maintenance living with support available if required, while still enjoying independence and easy access to local amenities.

This one bedroom apartment benefits from direct access to the garden, with open parkland and an outdoor pool situated behind the development. Hitchin's market square with many shops, cafes and restaurants is just a short walk away. The apartment is conveniently located opposite Waitrose for easy, everyday shopping. The property has a large double bedroom, modern walk-in wet room designed for accessibility and ease of use. There is an open plan kitchen/reception with doors out to the communal gardens. The property has been well presented throughout, benefiting from integrated appliances in the kitchen, electric storage heaters and new carpets throughout.

The Archers Court development itself has on site staff, emergency cords in each room, a communal entertainment room and stunning communal gardens. The service charge includes on-site staff presence, emergency call system, buildings insurance and maintenance of the communal areas and gardens.

Ground Floor

Entrance Hall  Door to front and storage area.

Open Plan Living Space 19' 1" x 14' 5" ( 5.82m x 4.39m )

Lounge Area  Open to kitchen. Double glazed door leading to communal grounds and two storage heaters.

Kitchen Area  Fully fitted kitchen with double glazed window to rear aspect, a range of wall and base units, work surfaces with tiled splashbacks, double electric oven, electric hob with cooker hood over, space for fridge/freezer and dishwasher.

Bedroom 12' 5" x 11' 10" ( 3.78m x 3.61m ) Double glazed window to rear aspect and storage heater.

Modern Wet Room  Modern walk-in wet room designed for accessibility and ease of use. Wash hand basin, shower, WC, partly tiled and shaver point.

Communal Grounds  Lovely well kept communal grounds.

Parking  Residents parking.

Agent's Note  Please note that an AML fee is chargeable to the buyer once an offer is accepted to cover the cost of carrying out the required identity and anti-money laundering checks. Once these checks have been completed, the fee cannot be refunded, even if the property purchase does not go ahead.

We currently hold lease details as displayed above, should you require further information please contact the branch. Please note additional fees could be incurred for items such as leasehold packs.

1. MONEY LAUNDERING REGULATIONS - Intending purchasers will be asked to produce identification documentation at a later stage and we would ask for your co-operation in order that there will be no delay in agreeing the sale. 2: These particulars do not constitute part or all of an offer or contract. 3: The measurements indicated are supplied for guidance only and as such must be considered incorrect. 4: Potential buyers are advised to recheck the measurements before committing to any expense. 5: Connells has not tested any apparatus, equipment, fixtures, fittings or services and it is the buyers interests to check the working condition of any appliances. 6: Connells has not sought to verify the legal title of the property and the buyers must obtain verification from their solicitor.

Property details

Property type
Retirement Property
Council tax band
B
Tenure
Leasehold
Lease remaining
107 years left
Ground rent
£449.82 per year (Ask agent about the review period)
Service charge
£8,903.16 per year
Parking
Communal

Floorplan

Floorplan 1

Location

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  • Hitchin Station0.8 mi
  • Letchworth Station3.1 mi
  • Stevenage Station4.6 mi

What nearby homes sold for

Median sold prices in SG5 over the last 12 months: semi-detached £480k · detached £640k · terraced £415k · flat £245k.

AddressTypeSoldPrice
Elmside, Elmside Walk
Hitchin SG5 1HB
Other
Freehold
3 Dec 2024£10,750,000
22 Archers Court, Elmside Walk
Hitchin SG5 1HB
Flat
Leasehold
11 Oct 2024£349,950
18 Archers Court, Elmside Walk
Hitchin SG5 1HB
Flat
Leasehold
14 Aug 2024£315,000

Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2026. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. All sales in SG5

Buying costs

Monthly repayment£1,000£19,995 deposit · £179,955 loan
Stamp Duty£1,499England 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 Connells, Hitchin on Rightmove (original listing). First listed 24 Sept 2025; details checked 7 Nov 2026. Latest change: reduced on 13/03/2026.

Agent disclaimer

Disclaimer - Property reference HIT308285. The information displayed about this property comprises a property advertisement. Rightmove.co.uk makes no warranty as to the accuracy or completeness of the advertisement or any linked or associated information, and Rightmove has no control over the content. This property advertisement does not constitute property particulars. The information is provided and maintained by Connells, Hitchin. Please contact the selling agent or developer directly to obtain any information which may be available under the terms of The Energy Performance of Buildings (Certificates and Inspections) (England and Wales) Regulations 2007 or the Home Report if in relation to a residential property in Scotland.

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