Summary - THE MERCHANT STORE FLAT 7 STATION ROAD WEST CANTERBURY CT2 8AN
2 bed 1 bath Flat
Contemporary two‑bed flat opposite Canterbury West — strong commuter and rental appeal.
Opposite Canterbury West station — excellent commuter location
Open‑plan contemporary living with integrated kitchen appliances
721 sq ft; two bedrooms and one well‑sized bathroom
Leasehold with c.973 years remaining — long lease term
Service charge £2,145pa; yard charge £118.88pa; ground rent £0
Solid brick construction, likely no wall insulation — potential upgrade cost
Broadband speeds reported as slow; mobile signal excellent
Area records higher crime levels — consider security and rental impact
Set directly opposite Canterbury West station, this two‑bed flat in The Merchant Store offers immediate rental and commuter appeal. The open‑plan living/kitchen layout and contemporary finish deliver straightforward, low‑upkeep accommodation suited to students, professionals or buy‑to‑let portfolios. At about 721 sq ft the flat is a comfortable size with two bedrooms and a single, well‑appointed bathroom.
The building is a characterful red‑brick property constructed before 1900; the flat has double glazing (install date unknown), gas‑fired boiler and radiators, and laminate flooring in the living/kitchen area. Annual outgoings include a service charge of £2,145 and a small yard charge of £118.88; there is no ground rent. The 973‑year lease mitigates long‑term leasehold risk.
Notable practical points are plainly stated: the property sits in an area with high recorded crime and broadband speeds are slow, which may affect some tenants or buyers. The building’s solid brick walls are assumed uninsulated, so buyers should budget for any desired thermal upgrades. Council tax is above average.
This flat will suit an investor seeking a turn‑key let close to transport links or a first‑time buyer wanting central, convenient city living. It represents clear rental potential and everyday convenience, but buyers should factor in service charges, local crime levels and possible improvement costs for energy efficiency and broadband.
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