Key worker accommodation in Stevenage, Hertfordshire, at the Lister Hospital
Introduction
Griffin Homes is dedicated to providing high quality, affordable housing for key workers. We can offer you:
- A track record of providing high quality, yet affordable accommodation to key workers;
- 24 hour repairs services;
At Lister Hospital, Griffin Homes manages 410 residences of which 77 are leased back to the trust, mainly for their on-call staff.
Accommodation
Flats: rooms in 4 bedroom shared flats, 2 bed flats, 1 bed self contained flats
Houses: 1 to 3 bed houses
Availability: Opportunities are available all year round, but the self-contained properties are always in high demand and you may be placed on a waiting list.
Rent: from £384.00 to £903.00 depending on the size of property
At Lister hospital we have a large selection of accommodation available for rent to nurses, doctors and other professionals, and can offer it at below market rents to both students and professionals.
Area
The properties are conveniently located for the hospital itself, as well as easy access to many universities, colleges and nearby employment and shopping centres.
They are based on one site at Lister Hospital, on the north side of Stevenage, close to junction 8 of the A1 (M). London can be reached in 45 minutes by car or in 30 minutes by train to Kings Cross BR. We are within 10 minutes of Hitchin and Letchworth and 15 minutes from Hatfield.
Local facilities include a sports and leisure complex, multiplex cinema, indoor and outdoor shopping centres, pubs and restaurants.
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Train: Nearest station is Stevenage, less than 1.5 miles away
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On-site facilities:
We provide a comprehensive range of services for our residents including:
- Fast, responsive repairs service, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year
- Round the clock security with CCTV, entry-phones and a security guard
- Free controlled parking
- Telephones in each house
- A laundry room
- Well-maintained grounds
- Weekly cleaning of communal facilities
- A Dedicated staff team located on-site
Contacts
Tim Handcock, Daniela Vigar or Nicky Tooley for more details.
Tel: 01438 794 700
Email: Lister.Lettings@griffinhomes.org.uk
Griffin Homes
Lister Hospital
Coreys Mill Lane
Stevenage
Herts
SG1 4TY
Frequently Asked Questions:
1. Where is the site located? The residence is conveniently located next to the Lister hospital site, near Stevenage Old Town. It benefits from good access to local amenities and excellent road and public transport connections to Stevenage, the A1M and surrounding area.
2. What facilities are provided? Each bed sitting room is furnished with a single bed, wardrobe, chest of drawers, desk and chair, plus all rooms are equipped with a hand wash basin, mirror and strip light.
The communal areas within the property comprise a shared kitchen with electric cooker and fridge freezer, bathroom with shower, toilet and depending upon the grade of accommodation, also a shared lounge.
3. Does the site have any self-contained or family accommodation? We have a limited number of self-contained houses, flats and bungalows.
4. Is there any parking for cars? Yes, the site benefits from free permit-controlled parking for all residents in a large central car park, as well as two smaller, barrier controlled car parks.
5. What cleaning, maintenance and security services are provided? In the shared flats and houses, the communal areas are cleaned on a weekly basis by housekeeping staff.
There are maintenance personnel who provide 24-hour site cover throughout the year and they are able to resolve 95% of maintenance problems on the same day.
Site security is provided by CCTV cameras and security guards who are on duty overnight and at weekends. Each property is equipped with a key card door entry system.