House Prices in St Albans
£550,000
Average
£950,000
Detached
£600,000
Semi-Detached
£480,000
Terraced
£340,000
Flat
Based on recent Land Registry sold price data. Actual prices vary by street and condition.
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About St Albans
St Albans is one of the most desirable commuter towns in the UK. The 20-minute train to St Pancras, excellent schools, Roman history, cathedral, and vibrant community create intense demand. Property is accordingly expensive, particularly for detached family homes. The local economy benefits from London proximity and a strong professional resident base.
Lifestyle & Things to Do
St Albans is a prosperous cathedral city with Roman heritage (Verulamium), a magnificent Norman cathedral, and a thriving modern centre. The twice-weekly market is one of the oldest in England. The city has an exceptional food and drink scene with numerous independent restaurants and the CAMRA-awarded real ale trail. Verulamium Park and the Ver Valley provide green corridors.
Transport & Commuting
St Albans City Station connects to London St Pancras in just 20 minutes — one of the fastest commutes of any Home Counties town. The M25 and M1 are close. Luton Airport is 15 minutes away. The Thameslink service also reaches London Bridge and Gatwick.
Train to London
0h 20m to London St Pancras
Nearest Motorway
M25, M1, A1(M)
Schools & Education
Top Schools
- St Albans School
- Beaumont School
- Verulam School
Healthcare
Best Areas to Live in St Albans
Marshalswick
Bernards Heath
Clarence Park
Sopwell
Fleetville
Verulam
Property Buying Tips for St Albans
Marshalswick and Jersey Farm are popular family areas with good schools. The city centre has Georgian and Victorian character properties. Clarence Park is a leafy residential area. Bernards Heath is premium. For more affordable options, look at Cottonmill and Sopwell. London Colney and Harpenden are nearby alternatives.
Local Authority
Council
St Albans City and District Council
Council Tax
£1,700 (Band D)
View Recent Sold Prices in St Albans
See Sold Prices →Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright 2026. Licensed under OGL v3.0. Price data is indicative and based on recent transactions.