Paynes Park, Hitchin, SG5 1EJ
Listed 6 May 2026 · price reduced 17 Aug 2026 · Hitchin
How the price compares
Key features
- Must see video tour
- Exclusively for the over 55s
- Spacious ground floor apartment
- Private front door access offering added independence
- Re-fitted modern kitchen
- Contemporary re-fitted shower room
- Generous double bedroom
- Pets considered subject to application
- Allocated parking space
- Located in the heart of Hitchin town centre
About this home
A fantastic opportunity to acquire this well-presented ground floor apartment, exclusively available for the over 55s, ideally positioned in the very heart of Hitchin town centre. Offering independent living with the reassurance and convenience of a professionally managed development, this spacious apartment is perfectly suited for those seeking comfort, security, and a vibrant lifestyle with excellent local amenities right on the doorstep. One of the standout features of this apartment is its own private front door access, offering a greater sense of independence and privacy compared to many similar developments where access is via a communal reception area. Internally, the property has been thoughtfully updated by the current owner and benefits from a re-fitted modern kitchen and contemporary shower room, alongside a generous double bedroom and a bright, well-proportioned living space. The apartment offers excellent practicality and easy accessibility thanks to its desirable ground floor position. Further benefits include allocated parking, access to a beautifully maintained communal garden area to the rear, and a highly convenient central location just moments from Hitchin’s bustling town centre. Residents can enjoy immediate access to a wide range of cafés, restaurants, shops, supermarkets, and leisure facilities, while excellent transport links — including Hitchin’s mainline train station with direct services into London — are also within easy reach. Pets may also be considered subject to application, offering additional flexibility for prospective residents. This is an ideal opportunity for buyers seeking independent later-life living in a superb central location, combining privacy, convenience, and low-maintenance living.
Property details
- Property type
- Flat
- Tenure
- Leasehold
- Lease remaining
- 104 years left
- Ground rent
- £395 per year (Ask agent about the review period)
- Service charge
- £2,956 per year
- Parking
- Yes
Floorplan
Location
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- Hitchin Station0.8 mi
- Letchworth Station3.2 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 Laila Laraman Personal Estate Agent, Powered by eXp UK, Covering Hitchin, Letchworth and surrounding areas on Rightmove (original listing). First listed 6 May 2026; details checked 7 Nov 2026. Latest change: reduced on 17/08/2026.
Agent disclaimer
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