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See how verdicts work2-bedroom flat · CT1 2QD
For saleReduced £20k (−7.8%) on 20 JunListed 329 days
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About
Set within Canterbury’s Castle Quarter and inside the historic city walls, the property forms part of an attractive three-storey block accessed via a secure private entrance from Castle Street. St.
James House is a development of 12 apartments arranged across the first and second floors of a building converted in 2017.
This first-floor apartment offers bright, generous accommodation, including two bedrooms and two bathrooms, right in the centre of Canterbury.
Both Canterbury East and Canterbury West stations are within easy walking distance, providing quick connections to London.
Inside, the layout features an entrance hall leading to a modern kitchen fitted with white gloss units, integrated appliances, and enough space for a dining table.
A separate sitting room provides additional living space.
The two bedrooms include a main bedroom with its own en suite shower room, while the family bathroom contains a contemporary white suite with a bath and shower over, WC, and washbasin.
Additional benefits include full double glazing, gas-fired heating via a combination boiler, a video entry system, and lift access. The property is being offered for sale with no onward chain.
Lease: 125 years from December 2017.
117 Years remaining Ground Rent: £250 per year Service Charge: £2,531.01 per year We have been given the above information and suggest the purchaser and their solicitor checks the information before exchange of contracts.
Value & comps
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