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Galleywood, Ickleford, Hitchin, SG5
For saleReduced 26 Aug 2026
£140,000Guide price

Galleywood, Ickleford, Hitchin, SG5 3XW

1bedroom
1bathroom
Apartmenttype
Leaseholdtenure

Listed 24 Jun 2026 · price reduced 26 Aug 2026 · Hitchin

How the price compares

This home£140,000
Median 1 bed in SG5£180k37 homes listed · £232 per sq ft
Difference-22%below the area median

Key features

  • One bedroom apartment
  • First floor
  • Communal parking directly to front
  • Internal alteration potential
  • Security entry phone system
  • Close by to shop, school and countryside walks
  • Ground Rent: £10 p/annum
  • Service charge: £651.32 p/annum
  • Leasehold – 102 years remaining
  • EPC rating C. Council tax band A

About this home

Guide Price £120,000 to £140,000 - For sale by online auction on 26th November, 2026 with bidding closing at 3:00pm An excellent opportunity to acquire this one-bedroom first floor apartment, ideally suited for first time buyers, downsizers, or buy-to-let investors. The property benefits from communal parking to the front and a quiet position within the sought after Ickleford village which borders with Letchworth and Hitchin. The village enjoys local shops, a village hall (hosting classes and events), as well as sports and recreation at the sports and recreation club. The Old George (17th Century) with its inglenook fireplace, The Plume and Feathers and The Cricketers Public Houses and St Katherine's Church. Attractions include the famous Hitchin Lavender Farm. Hitchin Railway station is roughly 3 miles away offering fast direct trains to London's Kings Cross (under35 minutes) and to Cambridge (under 40 minutes) Easy access to the A600, A507 and the A1 (M) for driving and commuting. Local bus services connect the village directly to Hitchin and Bedford. Buyer's Premium of £4000+ vat payable on the purchase price. Please visit The Property Auction Group to register and to download a legal pack

Mobile Signal Ok

Step Inside: Accessed through a communal entrance hall, the accommodation comprises an entrance hall, a bright living room, a separate kitchen, a double bedroom, and a bathroom. The property offers well-proportioned accommodation throughout and provides a practical layout that can be enjoyed immediately or enhanced to suit modern living requirements.

A particular feature of the apartment is the potential to reconfigure the internal layout, subject to any necessary consents, creating a more open-plan kitchen and living space that would appeal to today's buyers and tenants. This offers an exciting opportunity for purchasers looking to add value and personalise the property to their own taste.

Offering excellent potential and broad market appeal, this apartment represents an ideal first home or a smart investment purchase with strong rental prospects.

Step Outside: The property benefits from well-maintained communal grounds, including an attractive lawned area to the side of the building, providing a pleasant open aspect for residents to enjoy. Mature planting and established shrubs enhance the setting and contribute to the development's attractive appearance.

Parking is provided via a communal residents' car park, offering convenient off-road parking within the development. Pedestrian pathways provide access to the communal entrance and surrounding grounds.

About the Area: Ickleford is a popular village situated on the northern edge of Hitchin in North Hertfordshire, offering a range of local amenities including a primary school, village shop, public houses, and a village hall. The village enjoys a semi-rural setting with access to attractive countryside walks whilst remaining conveniently positioned for everyday services.

The nearby market town of Hitchin provides a wider selection of shopping, dining, and leisure facilities, together with a mainline railway station offering regular services to London King's Cross, St Pancras International and Cambridge. The A1(M) is easily accessible via nearby junctions, providing convenient road links to London, the M25, Stevenage, Peterborough and the wider motorway network, making the area well placed for both commuters and travellers.

Agents Notes: Draft particulars yet to be approved by the vendor and may be subject to change.

Certain photographs in this listing have been enhanced using AI technology to showcase the property's potential and may not represent the exact current condition.

Anti-Money Laundering (AML): It is a legal requirement that all applicants comply with Anti-Money Laundering regulations. As such, once a purchase or tenancy has been agreed subject to contract, the applicant(s) will be required to undertake an AML and financial sanctions check carried out by our third party provider at a cost of £66 inclusive of VAT per property, payable by the applicant(s).

Material Information: We are advised by the seller/landlord/tenant of the following information in good faith but its accuracy is not guaranteed and you should make your own investigations before committing to a sale or letting.

Please note in terms of mobile/phone reception, this is the view of the seller/landlord/tenant based on their current provider.

Water: Mains supply Electric: Mains supply Drainage: Mains supply Flood risk: No Mobile/Phone: Ok Tenure: Leasehold Council Tax Band: A Council tax payable: TBC Length of lease: 102 years Ground Rent details: £10 p/annum Service charge Details: £651.32 p/annum

For further material information please contact the office marketing this property.

Property details

Property type
Apartment
Council tax band
A
Tenure
Leasehold
Lease remaining
102 years left
Ground rent
£10 per year (Ask agent about the review period)
Service charge
£714.12 per year
Parking
Communal
Heating
Gas central
Electricity
Mains supply
Water
Mains supply

Floorplan

Floorplan 1

Location

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  • Hitchin Station1.5 mi
  • Letchworth Station2.5 mi
  • Arlesey Station3.9 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
4 Galleywood
Hitchin SG5 3XW
Flat
Leasehold
3 Nov 2025£160,000
6 Galleywood
Hitchin SG5 3XW
Flat
Leasehold
12 Aug 2024£140,000

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£700£14,000 deposit · £126,000 loan
Stamp Duty£300England 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 Satchells Estate Agents, Letchworth on Rightmove (original listing). First listed 24 Jun 2026; details checked 7 Nov 2026. Latest change: reduced on 26/08/2026.

Agent disclaimer

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