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Paynes Park, Hitchin, SG5 1EJ
For saleReduced 17 Aug 2026
£110,000Guide price

Paynes Park, Hitchin, SG5 1EJ

1bedroom
1bathroom
Flattype
Leaseholdtenure

Listed 6 May 2026 · price reduced 17 Aug 2026 · Hitchin

How the price compares

This home£110,000
Median 1 bed in SG5£180k37 homes listed · £232 per sq ft
Difference-39%below the area median

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

Floorplan 1

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.

AddressTypeSoldPrice
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

Monthly repayment£550£11,000 deposit · £99,000 loan
Stamp Duty£0England 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 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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