Property, Houses and Flats for Sale in St Albans, Hertfordshire

The magnificent Abbey Church dominates the skyline of St Albans on every main approach. This historic and attractive city is situated between the M25, M1 and A1(M) motorways, and is surrounded by countryside. The history and attractiveness of the town, together with good road and rail links has made St Albans a highly popular town to live in. St Albans has continued to develop as a commuter town, whilst still maintaining a distinctive character. Property for sale in St Albans is varied, and includes Victorian terraced cottages, modern family houses and cottages on retirement developments. People who are searching for flats for sale in St Albans will be spoilt for choice; you will discover apartments in brand new purpose built blocks, maisonettes and flats in converted Victorian properties, many of which are in central locations, close to shops and the railway station. Estate agents in St Albans are offering a one bedroom maisonette for £142k+.

Amenities for properties in St Albans

St Albans has a good selection of shops, with a busy High Street and two shopping centres - The Maltings and Christopher Place. Boutiques and specialist shops can be found along Holywell Hill and George Street, as well as a street market on Wednesdays and Saturdays. The selection of restaurants and bars, together with the Alban Arena and two nightclubs attract people from surrounding towns. There are plans to open a multiscreen cinema complex within the next few years. St Albans is a good area for people who play golf - the Verulam Golf Course in St Albans is the original home of the Ryder Cup, where Sam Ryder (a local resident) developed the competition. Other golf courses are situated on the edge of the town and in surrounding villages and towns.

Transport for St Albans

This is an ideal location for anyone who works in London, as by rail the journey is less than 20 minutes into London's King's Cross station, so it would be well worth considering St Albans property. By road the town is close to the M1, A1 and M25. St Albans is well connected on the local bus network, with services from North London, Welwyn Garden City, Hatfield, Luton and Watford. Both Luton airport and Stansted airport are close by.

Surrounding areas

While searching for property to buy or property to rent in St Albans, you may also like to consider extending your search and looking at property for sale in Hatfield, Hemel Hempstead and Harpenden.