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See how verdicts work2-bedroom terraced house · CT1 3YE
Sold STCListed 179 days
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Property Description: This two bedroom end terrace house is situated on a quiet residential road in popular South Canterbury, presenting an excellent opportunity for first-time buyers or investors.
The property has a practical layout and is well maintained throughout, providing a comfortable living environment within easy reach of local amenities and transport connections.
The ground floor features a bright and spacious living room, creating a versatile area for relaxation and entertaining. This layout maximises natural light and provides a seamless flow between spaces.
The kitchen/breakfast room is well appointed with ample space for a breakfast table and chairs and room for white goods, providing a functional space for daily meal preparation.
The design prioritises usability and efficiency, ensuring a practical home environment. On the first floor, the property comprises two double bedrooms, each providing comfortable proportions.
These rooms provide flexible accommodation options, suitable for a small family, couples, or as a guest room and home office. A family bathroom serves both bedrooms.
Outside: Externally, the property has well maintained front and rear gardens, providing pleasant outdoor spaces for leisure and gardening.
The rear garden has a private area for outdoor dining or relaxation.
There is a garage en bloc and permit on street parking is available through Canterbury City Council, ensuring convenient parking for residents.
The property's location is highly advantageous, being just 0.8 miles from Canterbury City Centre, with access to a wide array of shops, restaurants, and cultural attractions.
For commuters, Canterbury East station is 1.1 miles away, and Canterbury West Station, with its fast links to St Pancras, is 1.5 miles distant.
Easy access onto the A2/M2 and A28 further enhances connectivity.
Location: Rochester Avenue is located on New Dover Road just 0.8 miles to the high street that leads to the heart of Canterbury's vibrant city centre.
Canterbury has a wealth of cultural and leisure amenities, excellent schools, a wide range of shops, bars and restaurants and good road and rail links.
These include the UNESCO World Heritage Site Canterbury Cathedral, The King's Mile, Whitefriars Shopping Centre, University of Kent, Canterbury Christ Church University and The Marlowe Theatre.
There are good road links with the A2 providing access to the channel port of Dover, Canterbury and the M2.
The two mainline railway stations offer fast and frequent services with the high speed link from Canterbury West to London St Pancras (approximately 56 mins).
'The Riverside' which is situated on the other side of the Great Stour River boasts Curzon's 5 screen cinema as well as restaurants and bars that wrap around the new public square that overlook the river.
The Spitfire Ground is home to Kent County Cricket in the South Canterbury area (just 0.2 miles away) with regular cricket games.
Summer concerts are hosted here with big names which have included Sir Elton John and Michael Bublé. Canterbury is also the home to Kent & Canterbury Hospital and The BMI Chaucer Hospital.
Directions: SatNav = CT1 3YE / What3Words = terms.sticky.season Council Tax: Band C (correct at time of marketing). To check council tax for this property, please refer to the local authority website.
Local Authority: Canterbury City Council . Kent County Council . Services: Gas central heating, mains water, drainage and electricity.
For broadband and mobile coverage, we advise you check your providers website or refer to an online checker. Tenure: This property is freehold and is sold with vacant possession upon completion.
Disclaimer: Sandersons and their clients state that these details are for general guidance only and accuracy cannot be guaranteed. They do not form any part of any contract.
All measurements are approximate, and floor plans are for general indication only and are not measured accurate drawings.
No guarantees are given with any mentioned planning permission or fitness for purpose.
No appliances, equipment, fixture or fitting has been tested by us and items shown in photographs are not necessarily included.
Buyers must satisfy themselves on all matters by inspection or through the conveyancing process.
Identity verification: Please note, Sandersons UK are obligated by law to undertake Anti Money Laundering (AML) Regulations checks on any purchaser who has an offer accepted on a property.
We are required to use a specialist third party service to verify your identity. The cost of these checks is £60 inc.VAT per property and accepted offer.
This is payable at the point an offer is accepted and our purchaser information form is completed, prior to issuing Memorandum of Sales to both parties respective conveyancing solicitors.
This is a legal requirement and the charge is non-refundable. Additional Property Notes: This property is of traditional construction and has had no adaptions for accessibility.
Permit on street parking available through Canterbury City Centre, please contact the council for more information on cost and availability of permits.
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