St Albans rental market report
A data-led look at the St Albans rental market — rents, yields, demand and the trends shaping Hertfordshire.
St Albans at a glance
The St Albans rental market in Hertfordshire is active and competitive, with average rents around £1,668 pcm and rents up roughly 6.3% over the past year. Strong commuter links and local employment keep demand from tenants consistently ahead of available supply across AL1, AL3, AL4.
Average rent
£1,668 pcm
Average price
£377,000
Gross yield
5.9%
Rent growth (1yr)
+6.3%
Tenant demand
Moderate
Avg. void period
16 days
Average rents by property type
| Property type | Average rent (pcm) | Per year |
|---|---|---|
| Room / HMO | £683 | £8,196 |
| 1-bed flat | £1,300 | £15,600 |
| 2-bed flat | £1,625 | £19,500 |
| 3-bed house | £2,080 | £24,960 |
| 4-bed house | £2,681 | £32,172 |
Demand insights
Tenant demand in St Albans is currently moderate. Well-presented, compliant homes typically let within 16 days, and verified tenants on DR Rent are matched to suitable St Albans properties as soon as they list.
Market trends
- Rents in St Albans are up around 6.3% year on year.
- Average property prices have changed by about 1.8% over 12 months.
- Moderate demand is keeping average void periods near 16 days.
- Compliance standards under the Renters' Rights Act are reshaping the Hertfordshire market.
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