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Barnet Road, London Colney, AL2

East of England

£695,000

Listed on 23/09/2026

The listing

Property details

Bedrooms
3
Type
Semi Detached
Area
1495 sqft

Description

Briar Cottage is a delightful listed property that perfectly combines character and practicality, featuring a spacious rear garden and ample off-street parking. The ground floor boasts a versatile layout, with a welcoming entrance leading into a well-sized living room, a separate dining room, and an additional family room, making it ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. The kitchen, located at the rear, offers excellent access to the garden, complemented by a convenient utility area and cloakroom. Upstairs, the property includes three generously sized bedrooms, catering well to families or those needing flexible accommodation. A family bathroom completes this level. Externally, the substantial rear garden presents an excellent opportunity for creating a relaxing outdoor retreat or play area for children. The front of the property features plentiful off-street parking, a valuable asset for a home of this nature. Situated on Barnet Road in London Colney, this charming period home is well-connected and close to local shops, amenities, and leisure facilities. It provides easy access to St Albans and boasts excellent road links to the A1(M), M25, and A414, making it a great choice for commuters. The nearby Colney Fields Shopping Park offers a variety of shops, supermarkets, and restaurants, with further amenities available in St Albans.

WHOTS analysis

Our WHOTS verdict

An internal assessment of the opportunity to acquire, improve and create value.

43out of 100
Grade ELow opportunity

Confidence: LOW

Briar Cottage is a charming semi-detached house that seamlessly blends character with practicality, offering a spacious retreat in a desirable London Colney location. With an asking price of £695,000 translating to £465/sqf, this property stands out as a strong opportunity given that it is below the local average of £515/sqf. This affordability hints at potential for future value growth, making it an appealing option for buyers looking to invest in a family-friendly home.

The property boasts a versatile layout, featuring a welcoming entrance, a well-proportioned living room, a separate dining room, and a family room, perfect for everyday living and entertaining. The kitchen, positioned at the rear, provides easy access to a generous garden, which could serve as an excellent outdoor retreat or play area. With character features throughout and ample off-street parking, this well-maintained home has much to offer without requiring extensive renovation, making it suitable for light improvements to truly make it your own.

Key opportunities

  • Generous rear garden ideal for outdoor entertaining or children's play area
  • Well-maintained character features throughout the property
  • Versatile living space suitable for families or flexible accommodation

Key risks

None recorded.

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Barnet Road, London Colney, AL2
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Current average variable rate is 6.60%

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£2,626
Based on a loan of £521,250 over 30 years at 4.45% interest

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