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Harpenden is in the City and District of St Albans, Hertfordshire, and lies on the A1081, between Luton and St Albans. It is a charming town that has great parks, good schools and excellent transport links and combines the atmosphere of a rural village where cricket is played on the green and real beer is drunk in historic pubs.
The price of property in Harpenden is high because the density of the housing is low with more detached houses in Harpenden than the national average, and fewer terraced houses and flats. Houses for sale in Harpenden, offering three bedrooms, are from £250,000 for post war, terraced properties. Larger, semi-detached houses, with three bedrooms, are up to and above £400,000. Houses offering four bedrooms, especially semi-detached Victorian and Edwardian properties, are approaching £600,000. In suburban and semi-rural settings, detached family houses are in the region of £750,000 with substantial, executive-style homes up to and beyond £1M.
If you are looking for flats for sale in Harpenden, there are one-bedroom flats in fairly new developments for £180,000. Flats offering two bedrooms are on the market with Harpenden estate agents between £200k and £250k.
Amenities for property in Harpenden
People really enjoy living in Harpenden, houses may be expensive but local schools are considered to be of superior quality. There is also plenty to do, with social activities often involving local rugby, football, and tennis clubs, or going out to one of the many quality restaurants, country pubs and London-style bars. For entertaining at home there is a Marks & Spencer food hall, Waitrose and Sainsbury's. Harpenden has an abundance of parks and commons which give the town a wonderful provincial feel and glorious countryside is right on the doorstep.
Transport in Harpenden
The train station in Harpenden is served by First Capital Connect which provides a 30-minute journey to King's Cross Thameslink and north to Luton and Bedford. By road there is easy access to the M1, A1M and M25 motorways.
Surrounding areas
While searching for property to buy or property to rent in Harpenden, which is covered by postcode AL5, you may also like to consider neighbouring towns such as St Albans, Stevenage, Hemel Hempstead, Hitchin and Hatfield.
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5 bedrooms house in Ashley Gardens, Harpenden,Hertfordshire - Asking price of £650,000
An attractive detached five bedroom family house ideally situated close to a number of excellent schools in a much sought after and quiet residential area. The property has recently been extended...... view full details
3 bedrooms house in The Common, Kinsbourne Green, Harpenden, Hertfordshire - Asking price of £1,100,000
A detached bungalow built to a high specification in this superb location fronting the common.... view full details
5 bedrooms house in Spring Road, Harpenden, Hertfordshire - Asking price of £1,100,000
This attractive detached house is situated on a large plot backing onto open farmland and offers tremendous potential for further improvement... view full details
4 bedrooms house in Falconers Field, Harpenden, Hertfordshire - Asking price of £995,000
A deceptively spacious detached family home immaculately presented and located close to excellent schooling.... view full details
3 bedrooms house in Porters Hill, Harpenden,Hertfordshire - Asking price of £240,000
A fantastic three bedroom mid terrace family home with a large kitchen/dining area, lounge, conservatory and shower room all on the ground floor. There is also a covered side access which leads to...... view full details
3 bedrooms house in Barnfield Road, Harpenden,Hertfordshire - Asking price of £499,995
A splendid traditional style semi detached home with charm and character. The property has 2 attractive reception rooms, the added benefit of a conservatory overlooking the rear garden and a loft...... view full details
5 bedrooms house in Park Rise, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 3AL - Guide Price of £700,000
5 double bedrooms - 3 reception rooms - 2 bathrooms (1 en suite) - Detached studio/home office - Garden & swimming pool... view full details
5 bedrooms house in Oakfield Road, Harpenden, Hertfordshire - Asking price of £1,400,000
A well presented bright and spacious property offering great family accommodation on a large plot in a desirable location... view full details
3 bedrooms house in Haddon Court, Shakespeare Road, Harpenden, Hertfordshire - Asking price of £415,000
An extremely sought after town house in a desirable central location within walking distance of the station, Town Centre and excellent schooling.... view full details
1 bedroom flat in Homedell House Roundwood Lane, Harpenden,Hertfordshire - Asking price of £150,000
This is a first floor, one bedroom apartment with double glazing and economy "7" heating, and forms part of this ever popular, very well managed development of similar properties designed...... view full detailsview All properties for sale in $place$ in Harpenden, Hertfordshire
