£495,000

2 bed flat for sale
Eleanor House, 232, London Road, St. Albans AL1

    • 2 beds

    • 2 baths

    • 1 reception

  • EPC Rating: B

Retirement
Leasehold
Added on 26/04/2026

About this property

  • Two-bedroom retirement apartment exclusively for residents aged 70 and over

  • Located within a sought-after McCarthy & Stone development

  • Spacious living room with direct access to attractive communal gardens

  • Modern, well-designed kitchen

  • Two generous double bedrooms

  • Principal bedroom includes a walk-in wardrobe

  • Stylish shower room plus separate cloakroom with WC and basin

  • 24-hour on-site support and dedicated Estate Manager for peace of mind

  • Excellent communal facilities including residents’ lounge, social activities, guest suite, and chef-run bistro

  • EPC B

We are pleased to offer this beautifully presented two bedroom retirement apartment, exclusively for the over 70s, combining comfort, independence, and a vibrant community lifestyle.

Set within a highly regarded McCarthy & Stone development, the apartment boasts a spacious living room with direct access to well maintained balcony, perfect for enjoying a morning coffee or relaxing outdoors. The modern, well-planned kitchen complements the home, while both bedrooms are generous doubles. The principal bedroom benefits from a walk-in wardrobe, and the property further offers a stylish shower room in addition to a separate cloakroom with WC and basin.

Residents benefit from the reassurance of a dedicated Estate Manager who oversees the day-to-day running of the development, along with 24-hour on-site support for complete peace of mind. The welcoming communal facilities include a contemporary residents’ lounge, where a variety of social events and activities take place, as well as an on-site chef-run bistro serving freshly prepared seasonal meals.

Further advantages include a guest suite for visiting family and friends, beautifully maintained communal gardens, allocated residents’ parking, and a pet-friendly policy.

Eleanor House, located on London Road in the heart of St Albans, offers an exclusive collection of modern one and two-bedroom retirement apartments, thoughtfully designed for residents aged 70 and over. The development is conveniently situated close to a bus stop with regular services into St Albans city centre, providing easy access to local amenities.

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  • Tenure

    Leasehold (990 years)

  • Service charge

    £14,808 per year

  • Council tax band

    D

  • Ground rent

    £510

  • Ground rent date of next review

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