Many Harry Potter fans have fantasized about living in magical Hogwarts houses -- whether it be the abodes in the School of Witchcraft and Wizardry or Hagrid's quaint hut by the forest. Now that dream can become a reality, if you have $1,000,000 to $4,000,000 to spare that is.
The Royal Connaught Park now has luxury apartments for sale in Hertfordshire, with castle-like exteriors and modern chic interiors. The building acted as the Hogwarts dining hall in the first three films, playing host to the sorting hat ceremony and many elaborate meals with magically hanging candles high above.
The all boys school turned Hogwarts neighborhood is set to feature duplex apartments that even include rooftop terraces.
Wizarding Luxury Apartments
Magical Hogwarts Houses from the Harry Potter Series are Now for Sale
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