BRICK.
Antonine Gate, St Albans
AL38NA
£700,000
Key numbers
Comp median
£540,000
+30% vs asking
Condition
5/10
Average
SDLT
£43,500
Running costs
£456/mo
2yr trend
+1.1%
fast liquidity
AI Summary
This is a dated 4-bedroom link detached house in a well-regarded St Albans location, but the asking price of £700,000 sits approximately 28% above the comp median of £540,000, which is a significant divergence that buyers should scrutinise carefully. The property requires moderate-to-heavy cosmetic refurbishment throughout — kitchen, bathrooms, flooring, and décor — meaning the true cost of ownership is meaningfully higher than the headline price. The location near Verulamium Park and good transport links are genuine positives, but buyers should commission an independent valuation and full survey before proceeding, and negotiate hard on price given the condition and comparable evidence.
Comparable sales - 20 transactions
Median ARV
£540,000
Min
£191,000
Max
£2,925,000
13 RICKYARD MEADOW
£950,000
12 TUDOR ROAD
£290,000
7B PICKFORD ROAD
£580,000
9 ANTONINE GATE
£845,000
96 THE PARK
£755,000
Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) · England & N. Ireland
Purchase price: £700,000 · Effective rate: 6.2%
£43,500
Stamp Duty Land Tax applies in England & Northern Ireland. Higher rates apply to additional properties. First-time buyer relief available on properties up to £500,000.
Due within 14 days of completion. Your solicitor typically handles filing and payment.
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AI photo assessment
Condition
5/10
AverageKerb appeal
6/10
Positives from photos
Concerns from photos
Cavity wall, as built, partial insulation (assumed)
Wall insulation: ~£700.
Crime - 2 incidents (2026-01)
Crime data from Police UK. Covers incidents reported within approximately 1 mile.
Low coal mining risk
Estimated monthly costs
£456/mo
EPC certificate (heating + hot water + lighting)
Estimated Band E from 108m² floor area
Regional average (local provider)
Estimated UK average
Estimated from 108m² (Link Detached House)
These are estimates based on averages and EPC data. Actual costs will vary depending on usage, provider, and local authority rates.
Moderate transaction volume in this area.
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BRICK. Property Intelligence
Report prepared 30 March 2026
Data sources
HM Land Registry, EPC Register, Environment Agency, Police UK, OpenStreetMap, planning.data.gov.uk, Coal Authority, SpareRoom, and portal listing data. Market statistics derived from 30M+ recorded transactions.
Important
This report is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial, legal, or investment advice. Property values, costs, and market data are estimates based on publicly available sources. While we strive for accuracy, we make no warranties about the completeness or reliability of the information. Always conduct your own due diligence and seek independent professional advice before making property decisions. Brickstack Ltd accepts no liability for any loss arising from the use of this report.
BRICK. Property Intelligence
Data: HM Land Registry, EPC Register, Environment Agency, Police UK, OpenStreetMap, planning.data.gov.uk, Coal Authority. Market statistics from 30M+ transactions.
This report is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial, legal, or investment advice. Property values, costs, and market data are estimates based on publicly available sources. Always conduct your own due diligence and seek independent professional advice before making property decisions. Brickstack Ltd accepts no liability for any loss arising from the use of this report.
9 April 2026 | brickstack.co.uk