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DORCHESTER COURT, DEXTER CLOSE, ST ALBANS, HERTFORDSHIRE AL1 5WD
Property details
Tenure
LEASEHOLD
Floor area
67 m²
Council tax band
D
EPC rating
C
Year built
England and Wales: 1991-1995
Last sold
£323,000 Dec 2025
Price per m²
£4,851/m²
Local average
£347,786 (-6.6%)
Deprivation
Decile 7 (22,740 of 33,755)
Street crime
346 incidents within 1 mile (May 2026)
Key features
- Ground Floor Apartment
- Two Bedrooms
- Ensuite to the Primary Bedroom
- Lift Access
- Allocated Parking
Additional details
- Parking
- Yes
Description
The accommodation includes a good-sized entrance hall, a spacious living/dining room, and a separate kitchen with a practical layout and plenty of storage. There are two double bedrooms, with the main bedroom featuring an en-suite shower room, while the main bathroom has been updated with modern fittings.
Additional benefits include a secure entry phone system, lift access to all floors, allocated parking, visitor bays, and access to a well-maintained communal garden at the rear. This is a comfortable and well-located apartment that would suit a range of buyers.
Lettings and Property Management
We offer a complete range of services for Landlords, from fully managed lets to advertising only. Each Landlord who chooses full management has a personal Property Manager and all our fees are based on a ‘no let - no fee’ basis.
DISCLAIMER
These particulars are a general guide only. They do not form part of any contract. Services, systems and appliances have not been tested.
BUYERS INFORMATION
To conform with government Money Laundering Regulations 2019, we are required to confirm the identity of all prospective buyers. We use the services of a third party, Lifetime Legal, who will contact you directly at an agreed time to do this. They will need the full name, date of birth and current address of all buyers and ID. There is a nominal charge of £80 inc VAT for this (for the transaction not per person), payable direct to Lifetime Legal. Please note, we are unable to advertise a property or issue a memorandum of sale until the checks are complete.
CONVEYANCING
Through our partners Frost's Conveyancing, we can introduce you to solicitors who specialise in conveyancing. Ask us for further information today.
MORTGAGES
YOUR HOME MAY BE REPOSSESSED IF YOU DO NOT KEEP UP REPAYMENTS ON YOUR MORTGAGE
Exclusive deals are made available to Embrace Financial Services by PRIMIS Mortgage Network, to which Embrace Financial Services are an Appointed Representative
Frosts Estate Agents is an Introducer Appointed Representative of PRIMIS Mortgage Network, a trading name of First Complete Limited which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority for mortgages, protection insurance and general insurance products.
Embrace Financial Services Ltd. is an Appointed Representative of PRIMIS Mortgage Network, a trading name of First Complete Ltd which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority.
REFERRAL FEES
We may refer you to recommended providers of ancillary services such as Conveyancing, Financial Services, Insurance and Surveying. We may receive a commission payment fee or other benefit (known as a referral fee) for recommending their services. You are not under any obligation to use the services of the recommended provider. The ancillary service provider may be an associated company of Frost's.
FCQ250191/1
Listed by
St. Albans
AIG (HALO) LTD
Reference: 162288851
EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost
Current rating: C
Potential rating: C
Inspection date: 27/05/2025
Expiry date: 26/05/2035
Current heating cost: £596/year
Potential heating cost: £434/year
Est. upgrade cost to C: £3,600
Recommendations
- Floor insulation (suspended floor) (£800 - £1,200)
- Replace boiler with new condensing boiler (£2,200 - £3,000)
Flood risk
Zone: 1
Risk: Low
Job (default Low)
Price history
21% since 2014
| Event | Date | Price | % change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sold | 19/12/2025 (7 months ago) | £323,000 | +21.4% |
| Sold | 07/01/2014 (12 years ago) | £266,000 | — |
Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. Crown copyright.
Sold Comparables
Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles (last 5 years). Data from Land Registry Price Paid.
| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| GREENWICH COURT FLAT 6 PARK VIEW CLOSE, ST ALBANS, HERTFORDSHIRE, AL1 5TR | £253,000 | 01/12/2025 | Flat |
| GATCOMBE COURT 37 DEXTER CLOSE, ST ALBANS, HERTFORDSHIRE, AL1 5WA | £300,000 | 25/11/2025 | Flat |
| CHELTENHAM COURT 6 DEXTER CLOSE, ST ALBANS, HERTFORDSHIRE, AL1 5WB | £350,000 | 25/03/2024 | Flat |
| WORCESTER COURT FLAT 18 PARK VIEW CLOSE, ST ALBANS, HERTFORDSHIRE, AL1 5TS | £375,000 | 13/10/2023 | Flat |
| WORCESTER COURT FLAT 36 PARK VIEW CLOSE, ST ALBANS, HERTFORDSHIRE, AL1 5TS | £352,500 | 28/09/2023 | Flat |
| WINDSOR COURT FLAT 28 PARK VIEW CLOSE, ST ALBANS, HERTFORDSHIRE, AL1 5TT | £249,999 | 15/09/2023 | Flat |
| MISTRAL COURT FLAT 10 BAKERS CLOSE, ST ALBANS, HERTFORDSHIRE, AL1 5FH | £371,000 | 29/08/2023 | Flat |
| GATCOMBE COURT 44 DEXTER CLOSE, ST ALBANS, HERTFORDSHIRE, AL1 5WA | £320,000 | 25/08/2023 | Flat |
| APEX HOUSE, 81 FLAT 6 CAMP ROAD, ST ALBANS, HERTFORDSHIRE, AL1 5FU | £238,000 | 22/08/2023 | Flat |
| CENTURION COURT, 83 FLAT 6 CAMP ROAD, ST ALBANS, HERTFORDSHIRE, AL1 5JN | £340,000 | 20/06/2023 | Flat |
| GREENWICH COURT FLAT 23 PARK VIEW CLOSE, ST ALBANS, HERTFORDSHIRE, AL1 5TR | £315,000 | 26/05/2023 | Flat |
| APEX HOUSE, 81 FLAT 35 CAMP ROAD, ST ALBANS, HERTFORDSHIRE, AL1 5FU | £310,000 | 20/04/2023 | Flat |
| APEX HOUSE, 81 FLAT 18 CAMP ROAD, ST ALBANS, HERTFORDSHIRE, AL1 5FU | £280,000 | 03/04/2023 | Flat |
| CHELTENHAM COURT 3 DEXTER CLOSE, ST ALBANS, HERTFORDSHIRE, AL1 5WB | £319,000 | 08/12/2022 | Flat |
| 21 HAWKSHILL, ST ALBANS, HERTFORDSHIRE, AL1 5HU | £253,000 | 23/11/2022 | Flat |
| ALBANIAN COURT, 85 FLAT 4 CAMP ROAD, ST ALBANS, HERTFORDSHIRE, AL1 5EA | £252,500 | 28/10/2022 | Flat |
| WORCESTER COURT FLAT 29 PARK VIEW CLOSE, ST ALBANS, HERTFORDSHIRE, AL1 5TS | £275,000 | 24/10/2022 | Flat |
| APEX HOUSE, 81 FLAT 17 CAMP ROAD, ST ALBANS, HERTFORDSHIRE, AL1 5FU | £305,000 | 20/10/2022 | Flat |
| APEX HOUSE, 81 FLAT 46 CAMP ROAD, ST ALBANS, HERTFORDSHIRE, AL1 5FU | £476,000 | 20/10/2022 | Flat |
| APEX HOUSE, 81 FLAT 10 CAMP ROAD, ST ALBANS, HERTFORDSHIRE, AL1 5FU | £325,000 | 19/10/2022 | Flat |
Area average: £313,000 (20 sales)
Capital growth trend
Land Registry outcode average: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago (from sold prices).
House Price Index (HM Land Registry — official index, not sold-price averages): St Albans. Series: Flats and maisonettes. As of April 2026.
Rental Range
Estimated market rent for St Albans. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.
Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → St Albans.
LHA (30th percentile) floor for Bedford: £823/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)
Location
Address
Dexter Close
Nearby
Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).
| Type | Name | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bus stop | Dellfield | 0.1 miles |
| Bus stop | Dexter Close | 0.1 miles |
| Shop | Brewers | 0.1 miles |
| Shop | Woodhead RSR | 0.1 miles |
| Train station | St Albans City | 0.4 miles |
| Train station | St Albans Abbey | 1.1 miles |
| University | Boltons Park Farm | 6.1 miles |
| University | University of Hertfordshire | 6.2 miles |
| Hospital | Watford General Hospital | 7.8 miles |
| Hospital | Priory Hospital | 11.8 miles |
Street-level crime
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 100 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 85 |
| Criminal damage and arson | 29 |
| Vehicle crime | 26 |
| Drugs | 23 |
| Burglary | 19 |
| Other theft | 16 |
| Public order | 13 |
| Shoplifting | 13 |
| Robbery | 6 |
| Other crime | 5 |
| Bicycle theft | 4 |
| Possession of weapons | 4 |
| Theft from the person | 3 |
| Total incidents | 346 |
Within 1 mile during May 2026. Source: data.police.uk (England & Wales).
Schools nearby
Nearest open schools with Ofsted ratings (England). Closed schools are not shown. Data from Get Information about Schools and Ofsted.
| Name | Type | Distance | Ofsted |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Alban & St Stephen Catholic Primary School & Nursery | Primary | 0.1 miles | Good — 10 Dec 2023 |
| Fleetville Junior School | Primary | 0.3 miles | Good — 15 Jan 2024 |
| Cunningham Hill Junior School | Primary | 0.3 miles | Outstanding — 10 Jun 2024 |
| Cunningham Hill Infant School | Primary | 0.3 miles | Outstanding — 10 Mar 2024 |
| Fleetville Infant and Nursery School | Primary | 0.4 miles | Outstanding — 24 Jan 2024 |
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Rent-driven metrics
Based on Area rent estimate.
- Rent ratio — Monthly rent ÷ purchase price (1% rule). 1%+ = strong, 0.8–1% = okay, <0.8% = weak for cashflow.
- Max investor price — Rent ÷ 0.8%; the price at which rent would be 0.8% of price (Stoke-style target).
- Target investor price — Rent ÷ 1%; the price at which rent would be 1% of price (strong cashflow band).
- Gross yield — Annual rent as % of purchase price (no costs).