Paynes Park, Hitchin, SG5 1EZ
Listed 26 Feb 2026 · price reduced 18 Jun 2026 · Hitchin
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Key features
- Second floor apartment
- Two double bedrooms
- Private balcony
- Modern finish throughout
- Town centre location
- 0.1 mile, 2 min walk to Hitchin town centre (as per Google Maps)
- 1.0 mile, 23 mins walk to Hitchin train station (as per Google Maps)
About this home
Positioned in the heart of Hitchin’s vibrant town centre, this contemporary two bedroom apartment offers stylish, low maintenance living with every convenience on your doorstep. Designed with modern lifestyles in mind, the property combines bright, open spaces with quality finishes throughout. The welcoming open plan living area is flooded with natural light, creating an inviting space for relaxing or entertaining. A sleek, modern kitchen sits neatly to one side, complete with integrated appliances and ample storage. Both bedrooms are generous doubles. The principal bedroom features fitted wardrobes, providing excellent built in storage, while the second double bedroom offers flexibility for guests, home working or additional living space. A beautifully presented, modern bathroom suite completes the accommodation. A particular highlight is the private balcony, offering a pleasant outdoor retreat ideal for morning coffee or unwinding at the end of the day. We have been advised by the vendor that the remaining lease on the property is 120 years with a Service Charge of £2307.55 per annum and a Ground Rent of £250 also paid per annum. Hitchin is a charming medieval market town and has many fine Tudor and Georgian buildings, particularly around the market square. Near to the market square stands the large medieval parish church of St Mary. The town provides good shopping as well as a swimming pool, football team, two theatres, a wide variety of restaurants and pubs and highly regarded girls’ and boys’ schools. There is also a mainline railway station providing direct access to Kings Cross and Cambridge.
Property details
- Property type
- Apartment
- Council tax band
- C
- Tenure
- Leasehold
- Lease remaining
- 120 years left
- Ground rent
- £250 per year (Ask agent about the review period)
- Service charge
- £2,307.55 per year
- Parking
- No parking, Allocated
- Heating
- Electric, Central
- Electricity
- Mains supply
- Water
- Mains supply
- Accessibility
- No wheelchair access
Floorplan
Location
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- Hitchin Station0.8 mi
- Letchworth Station3.1 mi
- Stevenage Station4.5 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.
| Address | Type | Sold | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Poppy House, Paynes Park Hitchin SG5 1EZ | Flat Leasehold | 13 Jul 2026 | £187,500 |
| 37 Whitings Court, Paynes Park Hitchin SG5 1EJ | Flat Leasehold | 10 Jul 2026 | £166,000 |
| 9 Whitings Court, Paynes Park Hitchin SG5 1EJ | Flat Leasehold | 29 Apr 2026 | £180,000 |
| 8 Poppy House, Paynes Park Hitchin SG5 1EZ | Flat Leasehold | 6 Jan 2026 | £285,000 |
| 11 Whitings Court, Paynes Park Hitchin SG5 1EJ | Flat Leasehold | 4 Dec 2025 | £187,500 |
| 40 Whitings Court, Paynes Park Hitchin SG5 1EJ | Flat Leasehold | 7 Nov 2025 | £145,000 |
| 18 Whitings Court, Paynes Park Hitchin SG5 1EJ | Flat Leasehold | 3 Nov 2025 | £160,000 |
| 2 Whitings Court, Paynes Park Hitchin SG5 1EJ | Flat Leasehold | 3 Oct 2025 | £197,000 |
| Stapleton'S Tyre Services Limited, Paynes Park Hitchin SG5 1EH | Other Freehold | 31 Mar 2025 | £88,875 |
| 4 Whitings Court, Paynes Park Hitchin SG5 1EJ | Flat Leasehold | 13 Mar 2025 | £155,000 |
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
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 Country Properties, Hitchin on Rightmove (original listing). First listed 26 Feb 2026; details checked 7 Nov 2026. Latest change: reduced on 18/06/2026.
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