90 ABBOTS AVENUE WEST
ST ALBANS, HERTFORDSHIRE AL1 2LB
Property details
Tenure
LEASEHOLD (88 years remaining on lease)
Floor area
73 m²
Council tax band
C
EPC rating
D
Last sold
£370,000 May 2022
Price per m²
£5,479/m²
Local average
£347,786 (+15%)
Deprivation
Decile 4 (10,691 of 33,755)
Street crime
237 incidents within 1 mile (May 2026)
Key features
- Ground Floor Maisonette
- 1.2 Miles from the City Centre
- 2 Double Bedrooms
- Large, Private Rear Garden
- Beautifully Presented Throughout
Additional details
- Electricity
- Mains supply
- Broadband
- FTTP (fibre to the premises)
- Water
- Mains supply
- Sewerage
- Mains supply
- Heating
- Gas central
- Accessibility
- Level access, No wheelchair access
- Garden
- Back garden
- Listed property
- No
- Restrictions
- No
- Required access
- No
- Rights of way
- No
- Flooded in last 5 years
- No
Description
Set within a popular residential area just 1.2 miles from St Albans city centre, this impressive two double bedroom ground floor maisonette combines modern living with generous outdoor space - ideal for first-time buyers, downsizers, or professionals.
DESCRIPTION
Set within a popular residential area just 1.2 miles from St Albans city centre, this impressive two double bedroom ground floor maisonette combines modern living with generous outdoor space - ideal for first-time buyers, downsizers, or professionals.
The property features a bright and spacious bay-fronted living/dining room, offering an inviting space for relaxation and entertaining. The modern fitted kitchen is well-designed with contemporary finishes and ample storage.
A welcoming entrance hall benefits from generous built-in storage cupboards, adding to the property's practicality and sense of space. Both double bedrooms are well-proportioned, providing comfortable accommodation throughout.
One of the home's standout features is the large private rear garden, perfect for outdoor dining, gardening, or family activities. The garden also includes a versatile garden room, currently used as a home office, offering an ideal space for remote working or hobbies.
Located within easy reach of St Albans city centre, mainline station, and local amenities, this attractive property offers the perfect balance of convenience and comfort in a sought-after location.
Reception Room 12' 5" to bay x 12' 5" max ( 3.78m to bay x 3.78m max )
Kitchen 12' 2" max x 11' 4" max ( 3.71m max x 3.45m max )
Bedroom 1 12' 11" x 10' 1" ( 3.94m x 3.07m )
Bedroom 2 10' 10" x 10' 4" ( 3.30m x 3.15m )
Bathroom
We currently hold lease details as displayed above, should you require further information please contact the branch. Please note additional fees could be incurred for items such as leasehold packs.
1. MONEY LAUNDERING REGULATIONS: Intending purchasers will be asked to produce identification documentation at a later stage and we would ask for your co-operation in order that there will be no delay in agreeing the sale.
2. General: While we endeavour to make our sales particulars fair, accurate and reliable, they are only a general guide to the property and, accordingly, if there is any point which is of particular importance to you, please contact the office and we will be pleased to check the position for you, especially if you are contemplating travelling some distance to view the property.
3. The measurements indicated are supplied for guidance only and as such must be considered incorrect.
4. Services: Please note we have not tested the services or any of the equipment or appliances in this property, accordingly we strongly advise prospective buyers to commission their own survey or service reports before finalising their offer to purchase.
5. THESE PARTICULARS ARE ISSUED IN GOOD FAITH BUT DO NOT CONSTITUTE REPRESENTATIONS OF FACT OR FORM PART OF ANY OFFER OR CONTRACT. THE MATTERS REFERRED TO IN THESE PARTICULARS SHOULD BE INDEPENDENTLY VERIFIED BY PROSPECTIVE BUYERS OR TENANTS. NEITHER SEQUENCE (UK) LIMITED NOR ANY OF ITS EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS HAS ANY AUTHORITY TO MAKE OR GIVE ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY WHATEVER IN RELATION TO THIS PROPERTY.
Listed by
St. Albans
Sequence (UK) Limited - Connells
Reference: 168388169
EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost
Current rating: D
Potential rating: C
Inspection date: 07/10/2022
Expiry date: 06/10/2032
Current heating cost: £496/year
Potential heating cost: £332/year
Est. upgrade cost to C: £8,600
Recommendations
- Cavity wall insulation (£500 - £1,500)
- Floor insulation (solid floor) (£4,000 - £6,000)
- Replace boiler with new condensing boiler (£2,200 - £3,000)
Flood risk
Zone: 1
Risk: Low
Job (default Low)
FENSA Certificates
This property has 2 FENSA certificate(s) on record, indicating window/door installations by FENSA-approved installers.
FENSA Certificate #14381208
Property Details
Street: 90 Abbots Avenue West
Town: ST. ALBANS
Postcode: AL1 2LB
Installation Details
Items: 5 windows
Certificate Issued: 03/01/2021
Work Completed: 09/12/2020
This certificate data was retrieved from FENSA's database
FENSA Certificate #14423862
Property Details
Street: 90 Abbots Avenue West
Town: ST. ALBANS
Postcode: AL1 2LB
Installation Details
Items: 1 door
Certificate Issued: 31/01/2021
Work Completed: 18/01/2021
This certificate data was retrieved from FENSA's database
What is FENSA? FENSA (Fenestration Self-Assessment Scheme) is a government-authorised scheme that monitors building regulation compliance for replacement windows and doors. Certificates indicate that work was completed by FENSA-approved installers.
Price history
124% since 2009
| Event | Date | Price | % change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed for sale | — | £400,000 | +8.1% |
| Sold | 04/05/2022 (4 years ago) | £370,000 | +19.4% |
| Sold | 05/04/2017 (9 years ago) | £310,000 | +87.3% |
| Sold | 20/04/2009 (17 years ago) | £165,500 | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 50 CREIGHTON AVENUE, ST ALBANS, HERTFORDSHIRE, AL1 2LH | £314,200 | 03/10/2025 | Flat |
| 75 TAVISTOCK AVENUE, ST ALBANS, HERTFORDSHIRE, AL1 2NL | £370,000 | 25/10/2023 | Flat |
| 7 MANDEVILLE DRIVE, ST ALBANS, HERTFORDSHIRE, AL1 2LD | £315,000 | 25/10/2023 | Flat |
| 89 TAVISTOCK AVENUE, ST ALBANS, HERTFORDSHIRE, AL1 2NL | £365,000 | 28/11/2022 | Flat |
| 3 MARTYR CLOSE, ST ALBANS, HERTFORDSHIRE, AL1 2LL | £355,000 | 18/11/2022 | Flat |
| 26 CREIGHTON AVENUE, ST ALBANS, HERTFORDSHIRE, AL1 2LH | £353,000 | 12/09/2022 | Flat |
| 22C ABBOTS AVENUE WEST, ST ALBANS, HERTFORDSHIRE, AL1 2JZ | £245,000 | 24/08/2022 | Flat |
| Same street 64 ABBOTS AVENUE WEST, ST ALBANS, HERTFORDSHIRE, AL1 2LB | £350,000 | 29/04/2022 | Flat |
| 9 LECTERN LANE, ST ALBANS, HERTFORDSHIRE, AL1 2LZ | £300,000 | 19/04/2022 | Flat |
| 46 CREIGHTON AVENUE, ST ALBANS, HERTFORDSHIRE, AL1 2LH | £346,000 | 13/12/2021 | Flat |
| 117 TAVISTOCK AVENUE, ST ALBANS, HERTFORDSHIRE, AL1 2NL | £350,000 | 06/12/2021 | Flat |
| 80 TAVISTOCK AVENUE, ST ALBANS, HERTFORDSHIRE, AL1 2NN | £332,500 | 24/09/2021 | Flat |
| 99 TAVISTOCK AVENUE, ST ALBANS, HERTFORDSHIRE, AL1 2NL | £325,000 | 06/08/2021 | Flat |
| 105 TAVISTOCK AVENUE, ST ALBANS, HERTFORDSHIRE, AL1 2NL | £338,000 | 30/07/2021 | Flat |
Street average: £350,000 (1 sale)
Area average: £331,438 (13 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
Nearby
Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).
| Type | Name | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bus stop | Trumpington Drive | 0.1 miles |
| Bus stop | Pemberton Close | 0.1 miles |
| Shop | S M & Sons | 0.1 miles |
| Shop | Iceland | 0.2 miles |
| Train station | St Albans Abbey | 0.5 miles |
| Train station | Park Street | 0.9 miles |
| Hospital | Watford General Hospital | 6.8 miles |
| University | University of Hertfordshire | 7.2 miles |
| University | University Of Bedfordshire | 10.0 miles |
| Hospital | Priory Hospital | 12.0 miles |
Street-level crime
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Anti-social behaviour | 81 |
| Violence and sexual offences | 52 |
| Other theft | 28 |
| Shoplifting | 21 |
| Burglary | 11 |
| Public order | 10 |
| Vehicle crime | 9 |
| Drugs | 8 |
| Criminal damage and arson | 6 |
| Robbery | 4 |
| Bicycle theft | 3 |
| Theft from the person | 3 |
| Possession of weapons | 1 |
| Total incidents | 237 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mandeville Primary School | Primary | 0.1 miles | Good — 4 Jul 2016 |
| St Adrian Roman Catholic Primary School | Primary | 0.2 miles | Good — 18 Nov 2016 |
| Watling View School | Other | 0.2 miles | Good — 6 Sep 2016 |
| The Marlborough Science Academy | Secondary | 0.4 miles | Good — 28 Jan 2024 |
| St Peter's School | Primary | 0.6 miles | Good — 5 Sep 2014 |
Rental Comparables
Residential lets from OpenRent and Rightmove for the area (same bedroom count). Use to validate rent estimates. Student lets are excluded.
| Title | Rent | Beds | Distance | As seen on |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bed Flat, St. Peters Mews, AL1 | £3,650/mo | 2 | 1.2 miles | OpenRent |
Average rent: £3,650/mo (1 listing)
Rent-driven metrics
Based on OpenRent comparables.
- 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).
- Cost-to-rent — Price ÷ annual rent (from OpenRent comparables). Under 14× = strong, 14–16× = acceptable, 17×+ = compressed.
- Cashflow — Rent minus mortgage, 10% maintenance, £25/mo compliance. Assumes 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term.
- ROI — Annual profit ÷ cash in (deposit + 4% purchase costs).