2-bedroom semi-detached house · CT5 1NL
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In need of complete refurbishment and currently unfit for occupation, this semi-detached 1930's bungalow offers an excellent renovation opportunity ideally suited to a cash buyer.
The property occupies a generous plot measuring approximately 32ft widening to 44ft width x 80ft depth and comprises an entrance porch, lounge with fireplace, kitchen/diner, bathroom and a double bedroom.
A second double bedroom has been partitioned to create two single bedrooms. To the side of the property is a detached garage which is also in need of replacement.
Accessed via double gates to the front, a dropped kerb is required.
The bungalow is situated in an excellent lifestyle location just a short walk from the vibrant High Street offering a variety of shops, restaurants, cafés and bars as well as the picturesque pebble beaches and working harbour.
Whitstable mainline railway station is approximately 350 yards away with regular bus services to nearby towns and the Cathedral City of Canterbury (approximately 6.8 miles) easily accessed from Oxford Street, around 525 yards away.
Enclosed Porch Door to lounge. Lounge - 13' 8 into alcoves x 12' 0 (4.17m x 3.66m) Feature brick fireplace with open hearth. Window to front overlooking garden. Radiator.
Kitchen - 10' 10 x 10' 3 (3.31m x 3.13m) Wall and base units. Work surfaces. Partially tiled walls. Gas cooker point. Windows to front and side overlooking garden. Radiator. Door to side lobby.
Side Lobby Doors to front and rear. Personal door to garage. Inner Hall Bedroom 1 - 11' 11 x 11' 5 (3.64m x 3.48m) Window to rear overlooking garden. Radiator.
Bedroom 2 - 10' 1 x 5' 6 (3.08m x 1.68m) Window to rear overlooking garden. Radiator. Bedroom 3 - 13' 4 x 5' 7 (4.07m x 1.76m) Window to rear overlooking garden. Built-in cupboard. Radiator.
Bathroom - 7' 8 x 5' 6 (2.34m x 1.68m) Window to side. Wall mounted combination gas boiler supplying central heating and hot water. Radiator. Access to loft.
Garage - 11' 10 x 8' 5 (3.61m x 2.57m) Front Garden - 19' 0 x 32' 0 (5.8m x 9.76m) Border Hedge to front. Double gates giving access to garage, please note there is no drop kerb.
Rear Garden - 28' 0 x 40' 0 (8.54m x 12.2m) Garden of natural state. Side Garden - 14' 0 x 20' 0 (4.27m x 6.1m) Garden of natural state.
Overall Plot Size - 80' 0 x 32' 0 widening to 44'0 (24.39m x 9.76m) Other Information As the Executors have no knowledge of the property we have been unable to verify certain information.
In particular, none of the services or fittings and equipment have been tested and no warranties of any kind can be given.
Main Services The following mains services are connected to the property electricity, water, gas, drainage and a telephone line.
All services will be subject to the appropriate companies transfer conditions.
Heating Central heating is provided by a gas fired boiler situated in the Bathroom and hot water radiators as indicated in these particulars. It is unknown whether the boiler is functional.
Windows The windows are mainly of UPVC double glazed sealed units with remaining being painted timber frames. Tenure The property is to be sold Freehold with vacant possession.
Council Tax We are advised by the Valuation Office that the property is currently within Council Tax Band C. The amount payable under tax band C for the year 2025/2026 is £2,047.33.
Viewing Please ring us to make an appointment. We are open from 9am to 6pm Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm Saturdays and by appointment only on Sundays.
Agent Notes Kent Estate Agencies gives notice for themselves and for the sellers of the property, whose agents they are that any floor plans, plans or mapping and measurements are approximate quoted in metric with imperial equivalents.
All are for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The measurements are provided in accordance with the R.I.C.S.
Code of Measuring Practice 6th edition.
We have not carried out a structural survey and the services, appliances and specific fittings have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order.
Photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property.
Prospective purchasers or lessees should seek their own professional advice. Kent Estate Agencies retain the copyright in all advertising material used to market this property.
No person in the employment of Kent Estate Agencies has any authority to make any representation or warranty whatever in relation to this property.
Purchase prices, rents or other prices quoted are correct at the date of publication and, unless otherwise stated, exclusive of VAT.
For a free valuation of your property contact the number on this brochure. Printed 13th January 2026
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